eSIM Cape Verde
Cheapest eSIM for Cape Verde (July 2026): 2 Providers Compared From $6.98
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Quick Answer
The cheapest eSIM for Cape Verde is eSIM4. At $6.98 for 1GB it undercuts Gigsky, the only other major provider selling data plans for Cape Verde, which starts at $11.89 for 1GB. eSIM4 also wins the larger sizes: $16.98 for 3GB and $44.98 for 10GB, working out to as little as $4.50 per GB on the biggest plan.
Cape Verde has no unlimited eSIM plans from any provider right now, so the 10GB pack is the practical pick for a longer island-hopping trip. Prices were verified in July 2026.
The cheapest eSIM for your Cape Verde trip depends on how much data you actually need, since a single headline number rarely tells the whole story. We compared eSIM4 against Gigsky plan by plan for this country, and eSIM4 came out cheaper at every single size, with no exceptions.
This page covers price only. For a full breakdown of how eSIMs work before you buy, see our guide to how eSIMs work.
Plan size calculator
Enter your trip length and how you use your phone, and we will point you to the smallest eSIM4 plan that will not run out, so you pay the least. Short trips need 1 to 3GB, a week needs 5 to 10GB, and heavy streaming or tethering needs the largest pack you can get.
This is a rough guide for typical use with offline maps and some free wifi along the way. Heavy streamers and anyone tethering a laptop should lean toward the largest plan available.
What is a Cape Verde eSIM?
An eSIM is a digital SIM built into your phone for mobile data, so there is no physical card to swap in. You buy it online and activate it by scanning a QR code.
It connects to a Cape Verde network the moment you land. Your home SIM stays exactly where it is, so you keep your usual number the whole trip.
These are travel data eSIMs, which makes them the simplest way to stay online for maps, translation apps and messaging as you move between islands. There is no roaming bill waiting at home and no queue at an airport SIM counter after a long flight.
Cape Verde price comparison
eSIM4 has the cheapest plan at every size Gigsky also sells, and the only other provider with real Cape Verde pricing data. The cheapest cell in every row below is highlighted green, and eSIM4 wins every single one.
| Data | eSIM4 | Gigsky | Cheapest |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1GB | $6.98 | $11.89 | eSIM4 |
| 2GB | $12.98 | – | eSIM4 |
| 3GB | $16.98 | $29.74 | eSIM4 |
| 5GB | $24.98 | $39.99 | eSIM4 |
| 10GB | $44.98 | – | eSIM4 |
Gigsky also sells a 512MB pack for $10.49 that falls outside eSIM4’s fixed range, and does not offer a 2GB or 10GB size at all. eSIM4’s fixed range tops out at 10GB, since no provider sells unlimited data for Cape Verde right now.
Prices checked July 2026 against each provider’s own site and re-checked monthly.
The 3GB plan at a glance
3GB is the size most short Cape Verde breaks settle on, enough for maps and messaging across a few days of island hopping. A shorter bar means a cheaper plan.
Value check: price per GB
A low sticker price can be misleading on a “cheapest” search, since a tiny plan often costs the most per gigabyte. Here is what you actually pay per GB with eSIM4 against Gigsky at the sizes both providers sell.
| Data | eSIM4 price | eSIM4 $/GB | Cheapest rival $/GB | Better value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1GB | $6.98 | $6.98 | $11.89 (Gigsky) | eSIM4 |
| 3GB | $16.98 | $5.66 | $9.91 (Gigsky) | eSIM4 |
| 5GB | $24.98 | $5.00 | $8.00 (Gigsky) | eSIM4 |
$/GB figures are rounded to the nearest cent. eSIM4 leads on every size Gigsky also sells, and the gap actually widens on the larger plans rather than narrowing.
Why eSIM4 is the cheapest eSIM for Cape Verde
Cape Verde is a clean sweep. eSIM4 undercuts Gigsky, the only other provider with published Cape Verde pricing, at every single data size we could compare, and offers two sizes (2GB and 10GB) that Gigsky does not sell at all.
Every eSIM4 plan also carries a Was/Now saving off its standard rate. The 1GB pack drops from $14.40 to $6.98, the 5GB pack from $46.80 to $24.98, and the 10GB pack from $82.80 to $44.98.
So you are not just getting the lowest price on the market. You are getting it discounted further.
There is no asterisk here and no tiny teaser plan to watch out for. eSIM4 is the cheapest eSIM for Cape Verde, full stop.
Which Cape Verde eSIM is right for your trip?
eSIM4 is the default cheapest pick across the board, from $6.98 for a light weekend to $44.98 for a data-heavy two-week island tour. There is no rival that wins any size here, so the picks below are all about matching the plan to your trip rather than hunting for exceptions.
Short trip or light data
For a long weekend on Sal or Boa Vista with maps and messaging, the 1GB plan at $6.98 covers you, and the 2GB plan at $12.98 gives a little more breathing room if you plan to post photos along the way.
A typical week
A week mixing beach days with a bit of navigation and social media suits the 5GB plan at $24.98. Gigsky’s closest match at that size runs $39.99, so eSIM4 stays the clear pick for a standard week.
Heavy data or a longer stay
Cape Verde has no unlimited eSIM plans from any provider yet, so the 10GB plan at $44.98 is the practical heavy-use pick for streaming, tethering a laptop, or a longer multi-island trip. At $4.50 per GB it is also eSIM4’s best value size.
Families and groups
Buy one plan per phone rather than trying to stretch a single eSIM across a group. Whoever is sharing data by hotspot should take the largest plan, the 10GB pack, since eSIM4 plans support tethering.
Strict single-plan budget
If you only want to buy one plan and stop thinking about data, the 3GB pack at $16.98 is the strongest single buy. Gigsky’s nearest equivalent costs $29.74, nearly double, so eSIM4 remains the better value across the board here.
If your trip covers just one island rather than the whole archipelago, the picks above still apply since eSIM4’s pricing is the same nationwide. See our guide to eSIM hotspot sharing for more on tethering a group’s devices from one plan.
Every Cape Verde eSIM provider compared
Two providers have real pricing data for Cape Verde: eSIM4, cheapest on every fixed size, and Gigsky, known for its granular small-data packs including a sub-1GB option. Here is how they stack up one by one.
eSIM4: cheapest at every size in Cape Verde
| Rating: | |
| Networks: | 4G LTE and 5G across a major Cape Verde network |
| Starting price: | $6.98 (1GB) |
| Plan range: | 1GB to 10GB |
| Calls & texts: | Available via the Yabb app (paid add-on) |
| Customer support: | 24/7 live chat and email support |
eSIM4 is the cheapest option for Cape Verde at every plan size we could compare, from a light weekend pack up to the biggest 10GB bundle for island hopping.
Pricing. The 1GB plan runs $6.98, the 3GB plan $16.98, and the 10GB plan $44.98, all discounted from a higher standard rate. Gigsky’s nearest matches cost $11.89, $29.74 and nothing at all at 10GB, since Gigsky does not sell a plan that large here.
Networks. eSIM4 connects to a major Cape Verde network with 4G LTE and 5G, giving the same on-the-ground coverage as pricier providers.
Customer support. Support is available 24/7 by live chat and email if you run into an activation issue after landing.
| Data | Validity | Was | Now | You save |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1GB | 7 days | $6.98 | $7.42 | |
| 2GB | 15 days | $12.98 | $13.12 | |
| 3GB | 3 days | $16.98 | $15.42 | |
| 3GB | 7 days | $18.98 | $17.02 | |
| 3GB | 30 days | $18.98 | $17.02 | |
| 5GB | 7 days | $24.98 | $21.82 | |
| 5GB | 15 days | $27.98 | $24.22 | |
| 5GB | 30 days | $30.98 | $26.62 | |
| 10GB | 7 days | $44.98 | $37.82 | |
| 10GB | 15 days | $46.98 | $39.42 | |
| 10GB | 30 days | $47.98 | $40.22 |
Pros
- Cheapest at every size. Beats Gigsky on 1GB, 3GB and 5GB, and offers 2GB and 10GB sizes Gigsky does not sell at all.
- Real Was/Now savings. Every plan is discounted off a higher standard rate, so the sale price is not a one-off gimmick.
- Best value on the biggest plan. The 10GB pack works out to $4.50 per GB, the lowest per-GB rate on the page.
- 24/7 support. Live chat and email are available if setup or activation goes wrong after you land.
- Simple QR setup. Buy online, scan the code, and you are connected before you leave the airport.
Cons
- Data only. eSIM4 does not include a Cape Verde phone number of its own.
- Voice and texts cost extra. Calls and texts run through the Yabb app as a separate paid add-on.
- No unlimited option. The range tops out at 10GB, since no provider currently sells unlimited data for Cape Verde.
Gigsky: granular small-data packs
| Rating: | |
| Networks: | Local Cape Verde network partners |
| Starting price: | $10.49 (512MB) |
| Plan range: | 512MB to 5GB |
| Customer support: | App-based chat and email |
Gigsky is genuinely known for its granular sizing, with a sub-1GB pack for readers who want the smallest possible plan for a very short trip.
Pricing. That flexibility comes at a cost. Gigsky’s 1GB plan runs $11.89 against eSIM4’s $6.98, and its 3GB and 5GB packs cost $29.74 and $39.99 against eSIM4’s $16.98 and $24.98. eSIM4 wins every size Gigsky sells here.
Networks. Gigsky routes through local Cape Verde network partners for its data connection.
Customer support. Support runs through in-app chat and email.
| Data | Validity | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 512MB | 7 days | $10.49 |
| 1GB | 15 days | $11.89 |
| 3GB | 15 days | $29.74 |
| 5GB | 30 days | $39.99 |
Pros
- Sub-1GB option. The 512MB pack suits a very short layover or a single-day stop.
- Longer validity on small plans. The 1GB pack runs a full 15 days, useful for a slow-paced trip.
Cons
- Pricier at every size. Costs more than eSIM4 on every plan it sells for Cape Verde.
- No 2GB or 10GB size. The range stops at 5GB, so heavier data users have to buy up from a smaller provider elsewhere.
- No unlimited option. Like every other provider here, Gigsky does not sell unlimited data for Cape Verde.
How much data do you need in Cape Verde?
As a rough guide, light use runs 1 to 3GB, a typical week runs 5 to 10GB, and heavy use needs the biggest fixed plan you can get. Cape Verde’s islands are spread far apart, so most travelers lean heavily on maps and messaging apps to plan inter-island flights and ferries.
Light use: 1GB to 3GB
1 to 3GB covers maps, messaging and light browsing for a long weekend or a short beach stay on Sal or Boa Vista.
A typical week: 5GB to 10GB
5 to 10GB handles daily navigation, social media, the odd video call and some streaming, and is the most common choice for a one-week stay.
Heavy use or long stays
For streaming, tethering a laptop, or a longer multi-island trip, the 10GB plan at $44.98 is eSIM4’s biggest and best-value pack, since no provider currently sells unlimited data here.
Cape Verde’s mobile networks and coverage
Cape Verde is served by two local carriers, CV Móvel (also branded Alou) and Unitel T+, and both offer 4G LTE coverage nationwide with 5G rolling out in the larger cities. Travel eSIMs typically route through whichever partner gives the strongest data connection on each island.
Unitel T+ generally has the wider real-world reach across the outer islands, while coverage on the main tourist islands, Sal, Boa Vista, São Vicente and Santiago, is reliably 4G. Smaller islands like Santo Antão and São Nicolau can drop to patchier or 3G-only signal away from the main towns.
eSIM4 connects to a major Cape Verde network with 4G LTE and 5G, so you get the same coverage the pricier providers rely on.
Why some cheap eSIMs feel slow or block apps
Some budget eSIMs route your data out through a server in another country to cut their own costs. That can add lag, slow your speeds, and cause local apps or banking logins to refuse to load because the service thinks you are somewhere else entirely.
It is worth checking that any eSIM you buy gives a genuinely local Cape Verde connection for banking, maps and messaging apps. eSIM4 connects to a major Cape Verde network, so your data stays local with 4G LTE and 5G rather than bouncing overseas first.
eSIM vs airport SIM, pocket wifi and local SIM
A travel eSIM is usually the cheapest and simplest way online in Cape Verde. You install it before you fly, there is no deposit, and it works the moment you land.
- Airport or physical SIM. Data prices are similar, but you queue at the counter on arrival and have to swap out your home SIM, losing your usual number while it is out of the phone.
- Pocket wifi. A rented router that a small group can share, which suits families traveling together, but it means a daily rental fee, a device to carry and charge, and a return before you fly home.
- Local Cape Verde eSIM or SIM. Can come with a local phone number, handy for booking ferries or restaurants, but it typically costs more than a travel eSIM built for visitors.
For most travelers a travel eSIM wins on price and convenience. If you do want a local-style number, eSIM4’s Yabb app add-on provides one without needing a separate SIM.
Will your phone work with an eSIM in Cape Verde?
You need an eSIM-compatible, carrier-unlocked phone. Most handsets from the last few years qualify, including iPhone XS and later, Google Pixel 3 and later, and Samsung Galaxy S20 and later.
Check by dialing *#06# to see if an EID number appears, or look in Settings for an “Add eSIM” option.
If your phone is still tied to a carrier contract, get it unlocked before you travel, since a locked phone will not accept a new eSIM. Your home SIM stays exactly where it is, so you keep your normal number and apps while the eSIM handles data in Cape Verde.
How to set up your Cape Verde eSIM
Install it before you fly and switch it on when you land. The whole process takes just a few minutes.
- Buy your plan and receive the QR code by email.
- Go to Settings, then Cellular or Mobile Data, then Add eSIM.
- Scan the QR code and follow the on-screen prompts to install it.
- On arriving in Cape Verde, set the eSIM as your data line and turn on data roaming for it.
If your Cape Verde eSIM will not connect
Most connection problems clear up in a minute or two. Work through these steps in order.
- Wait until you are off the plane and in the arrivals hall for a real signal.
- Toggle airplane mode on and back off to force your phone to search for a network again.
- Confirm the eSIM is set as your data line and data roaming is switched on for it.
- Manually select a Cape Verde network in Settings if your phone has not picked one automatically.
- Switch from 5G to 4G LTE in busier areas where 5G signal can get congested.
- On some Android phones you may need to enter the APN manually if data still will not flow.
If you are traveling with just one phone, save the QR code as a photo before you leave home. On iPhone you can long-press to add it again, and on Android you can scan it straight from your photo gallery using Google Lens.
How we compared
We took each provider’s cheapest plan at every size and duration available for Cape Verde and benchmarked it against the market. Two providers, eSIM4 and Gigsky, were compared, with prices in USD collected in July 2026 and verified against each provider’s own Cape Verde pages.
eSIMply is excluded from this comparison because it mirrors eSIM4’s own pricing and is not an independent competitor. Free-trial tiers were excluded, and prices are re-checked on a regular monthly cadence.
FAQ
eSIM4 is the cheapest eSIM for Cape Verde, starting at $6.98 for 1GB. It beats Gigsky, the only other major provider with Cape Verde pricing, at every single plan size, and offers two sizes Gigsky does not sell at all.
eSIM4 is the best overall pick for Cape Verde on price, with plans from $6.98 for 1GB up to $44.98 for 10GB. It connects to a major Cape Verde network with 4G LTE and 5G, so coverage matches pricier providers while the price does not.
Yes. An eSIM avoids roaming charges on your home plan and lets you skip the SIM counter queue at the airport.
You install it before you fly and it is ready the moment you land on any of the islands.
eSIM4 plans start at $6.98 for 1GB and range up to $44.98 for 10GB. Most travelers doing a week of island hopping land somewhere between the 3GB plan at $16.98 and the 5GB plan at $24.98.
Light use for maps and messaging over a few days needs 1 to 3GB. A typical one-week stay needs 5 to 10GB.
Longer or heavier trips with streaming or tethering should go with the 10GB plan, the largest currently available.
A low price does not have to mean weak coverage. eSIM4 connects to a major Cape Verde network with 4G LTE and 5G, the same infrastructure pricier providers rely on, so a cheaper plan is not a compromise on connection quality.
Most phones from the last few years support eSIM, including iPhone XS and later, Google Pixel 3 and later, and Samsung Galaxy S20 and later. Dial *#06# to check for an EID number, or look for “Add eSIM” in your phone’s Settings.
eSIM4 plans are data only, but you can add a phone number through the Yabb app as a paid add-on if you need to make calls or send texts locally.
Yes. Your phone runs dual SIM, so your physical home SIM stays active for calls and texts on your usual number while the eSIM handles your data in Cape Verde.
A travel eSIM like eSIM4 is built for visitors and is usually cheaper and quicker to set up. A local Cape Verde eSIM can include a local phone number, which helps with bookings, but it typically costs more than a travel-focused plan.
Yes. Your eSIM only handles data, so your physical SIM and its number stay active in your phone the entire time you are traveling.
Your data simply stops until you top up or buy another plan. Since Cape Verde has no unlimited option yet, it is worth picking a plan a size up if you are close to the edge of your estimate.
Install the eSIM profile before you fly, using wifi at home or at the airport. Wait until you land in Cape Verde to switch on data roaming for it, so you do not use up validity early.
Yes, eSIM4 plans support tethering, so you can share your data with a laptop or another device by hotspot. Heavier sharing will burn through a plan faster, so pick the 10GB size if multiple people are relying on your connection.
About the author
Peter Moore, eSIM Content Writer
Peter has spent years covering telecoms and travel technology, tracking how mobile data pricing shifts across markets. He writes guides built on real pricing and coverage data rather than marketing claims, so travelers can compare their options honestly.
