How Do eSIM Plans Work?
Step 1: Purchase Your eSIM Data Pack
You'll receive an email with your eSIM after purchase, no matter where you are in the world.
Step 2: Receive Activation Details
You'll get a QR code or manual installation instructions via email and WhatsApp to activate your eSIM.
Step 3: Install And Activate Your New eSIM
Set up your eSIM before your trip, and once you reach your destination, enable the data plan to start using the internet.
Is My Mobile Phone eSIM Compatible?
- iPhone 17, 17 Pro, 17 Pro Max
- iPhone 14, 15 and 16 (inc. Plus, Pro and Pro Max versions)
- iPhone 13, 13 Mini, 13 Pro, 13 Pro Max
- iPhone 12, 12 Mini, 12 Pro, 12 Pro Max
- iPhone 11, 11 Pro, 11 Pro Max
- iPhone XS, XS Max, XR
- iPhone SE (2020, 2022)
- Apple watch SE
- Apple watch series 3, 4, 5 and 6
- iPad Pro 11" (model A2068, from 2020)
- iPad Pro 12.9" (model A2069, from 2020)
- iPad Air (model A2123, from 2019)
- iPad (model A2198, from 2019)
- iPad Mini (model A2124, from 2019)
- iPad 10th generation (2022)
*On iPhone 13, 14 & 15 models, you can have two eSIMs activated at the same time. *iPhones from mainland China and iPhone devices from Hong Kong and Macao (except for iPhone 13 mini, iPhone 12 mini, iPhone SE 2020, and iPhone XS) don't have eSIM capability. *iPhone 14, iPhone 14 Plus, iPhone 14 Pro, iPhone 14 Pro Max, iPhone 15, iPhone 15 Plus, iPhone 15 Pro, and iPhone 15 Pro Max are not compatible with physical SIM cards in the USA.
Explore Fiji
Will a Fiji eSIM work at your resort? Island by island
Anyone who has been to Fiji knows the signal is patchy once you leave the main island, so the honest place to start is where this eSIM does and does not reach. The eSIM4 Fiji eSIM uses the Digicel network. On Viti Levu that means 4G at Nadi and the airport, Denarau, the Coral Coast, Pacific Harbour and Suva, and on the boat out to the Mamanucas. Savusavu and Labasa on Vanua Levu are covered too. The Yasawas and the smaller outer islands are the ones to check: some resorts sit under a tower and some rely on their own Wi-Fi, and the resort will tell you which in one email. Plan on the eSIM for the mainland days and the transfers, and treat outer-island signal as a bonus.
What you are buying. A data-only plan from USD 6.98 that arrives by email a few minutes after you pay, installs with a QR code or a one-tap link, and needs no ID check. There is no Fijian phone number with it; calls go over WhatsApp or FaceTime on the data, which is how most visitors call home anyway.
How much data a Fiji holiday uses. A week at one resort, checking the boat times, sharing photos and messaging home, comes in under 1 GB (USD 6.98 for 7 days); two weeks doing the same is 2 GB over 15 days for USD 11.98. Moving between Nadi, the Coral Coast and Suva with video calls in the evening, take 5 GB or 10 GB over 30 days, USD 28.98 and 47.98. If you would rather stream by the pool without watching a counter, the unlimited plans run 3 to 15 days from USD 26.98. Run short and a top-up takes a minute online, no new eSIM needed.
When the days begin. The plan sits dormant until the first time it connects in Fiji, so you can buy and install it weeks ahead and nothing counts down while you are still at home.
Island-hopping beyond Fiji. If Fiji is one leg of a Pacific trip, the Oceania eSIM covers Fiji, Australia, New Zealand, Samoa, Tonga, Vanuatu, Papua New Guinea and Nauru on a single plan from USD 2.98 for 1 GB over 7 days, and there is nothing to swap between flights. Fiji only, buy the Fiji plan above; Fiji plus neighbours, buy the Oceania plan.
Pick a plan above, pay in USD by card, and check your inbox. Bula.
Frequently Asked Questions
An eSIM (embedded SIM) is a digital SIM card built into your device. Unlike physical SIM cards, eSIMs are programmable, allowing you to activate cellular plans digitally without needing to insert or swap physical cards. This technology offers greater flexibility for managing multiple mobile plans and switching between carriers.
Perfect for globetrotters, remote workers, and professionals needing reliable internet abroad. Avoid roaming fees, physical SIM swaps, and unstable Wi-Fi by using eSIMs to stay connected on local networks.
eSIMs offer convenience, cost savings, and adaptability. Enjoy hassle-free travel with instant access to maps, apps, and bookings.
• Light usage (navigation, messaging): 1–10GB/month
• Moderate usage (social media, browsing): 10GB+/month
• Heavy usage (streaming, downloads): 20GB+/month
Try our data calculator to get specific data numbers based on your specific online activities.
Alternatively, you can purchase a low data pack and recharge if you run out of data.
Regional eSIMs (e.g., "Asia " or "Europe") cover multiple destinations. For complex itineraries, combine regional and country-specific plans. Confirm coverage details on the product page.
No—setup is straightforward with step-by-step guides.
If you're using iOS 17 or higher you can click the link in the setup email that we send you and that will set up your eSIM - no need to scan the QR code.
Support teams are available for assistance, and a refund guarantee ensures peace of mind if issues arise.
Setup for iPhone
Setup for Android
We recommend purchasing your eSIM before you leave and activating just before you leave also. You can activate once you arrvie at your destination but you will need an internet connection to complete the activation.
You can purchase your eSIM and it will not expire. Once you activate your eSIM that's when your expiration date begins.
This excludes eSIM's for Israel. The expiration begins as soon as you purchase.
Use our compatibility guide here to check whether or not your device is eSIM-compatible. Carrier-locked devices may require unlocking so contact your provider.
1. Install via QR code (included in your eSIM’s activation email) or manually enter details.
2. For iOS: Navigate to Settings > Cellular > Add eSIM. For Android: Go to Settings > Connections > SIM Manager.
3. Activate before you leave or upon arrival by enabling the eSIM and data roaming.
Please see our setup guides here:
- eSIM set up for iPhone
- eSIM set up for Android
Please note that most mobile phones have a feature to scan a QR code without having to print out the QR code. Depending on your mobile phone you should be able to take a screen shot of the eSIM QR code that we emailed you and scan the QR code directly from your photo gallery without the need for a second phone. If you have an iPhone with IOS 17.4 you do not have to scan the QR to install the eSIM. Simply, click on “Direct Installation” link in the email that we send you which is included in the same email as the eSIM’s QR activation code and the eSIM will automatically install on your iPhone.
After installation, check your device's cellular settings—if the eSIM appears, it's installed. Test activation steps beforehand or contact support for verification.
You activate your eSIM before you leave or upon arrival at your destination but keep in mind that you will need a reliable internet connection to activate it.
The countdown begins when the eSIM connects to a local network abroad, not at purchase.
Yes, but only one can be active for data. If your device can handle more than one eSIM you can store multiple eSIMs and switch between them for different countries.
Yes, you can tether using our plans.
Once your data is finished your connection will stop. If you do run out of data, you can easily recharge online or by using the Yabb app to add more data to your eSIM at any time. Install Yabb with this link.
There is a link in the email that we send you that you can click to view and monitor your data usage.This link is on the same email with the QR code for the activation of the eSIM. You can also monitor your data usage by downloading the Yabb app and logging into your account where you have a dashboard to monitor your data as well as other great features like international calling and texting. Install Yabb with this link.
Buy multiple plans or our 90-day plans.
Your eSIM connects to top local carriers at up to 5G speeds. Coverage varies by region—review the "Network Info" tab for specifics.
Generally, all Travel eSIMs are data only and do not come with a mobile number for calls and SMS. This is why no identity and address verification documents are required to purchase travel eSIMs. If you need SMS and calls while overseas, you can install our optional app which will allow you to make and receive calls to mobile and landline numbers without incurring any international roaming charges. This app also allows you to send and receive SMS while aboard without incurring global roaming charges and allows you to buy a temporary mobile number in the country you are traveling to. You can install Yabb on your mobile with this link.
Yes—your Whatsapp number and chats remain unchanged without action.
Use messaging apps (WhatsApp, Signal) or video calls via your eSIM's data connection. You can also use our Yabb app that gives you calling and texting. You can install Yabb with this link.
Use VoIP apps (Skype, Viber) with credit, email, or ask your accommodation for assistance. Or you can use Yabb to purchase calling minutes and texting credits. Install Yabb here.
You can use our Yabb app to make cheap international calls.