🇿🇦eSIM for South Africa
Mobile data in South Africa from the moment you land
Secure payment by card, Apple Pay or Google Pay. · Data only · no local number
- ✓Instant delivery by email
- ✓Refund if you can’t connect
- ✓Real human support by email
- ✓Install before you fly
Networks
Regional and global plans
Guides for your trip
Addo Elephant Park: Best eSIM for South Africa Safari
Heading to the Eastern Cape? Get the best Addo Elephant Park coverage with a SafariSim eSIM. Reliable 5G/4G data for wildlife tracking and photography.
Read guide →Best eSIM for Pretoria and Gauteng Business Travel
Stay connected in Pretoria with a high-speed South Africa eSIM. Enjoy 5G coverage on MTN and Vodacom for business in Gauteng or safaris in Dinokeng.
Read guide →Best eSIM for the Durban to Cape Town Road Trip
Drive the Wild Coast and Garden Route with confidence. Get the best South Africa eSIM for reliable data on your Durban to Cape Town road trip.
Read guide →Blyde River Canyon: Best eSIM for Hiking South Africa
Planning a hike in Blyde River Canyon? Get the facts on mobile signal coverage, local carriers, and why a SafariSim eSIM is the best choice for the Panorama Route.
Read guide →Cape Town Digital Nomad Guide: Best South Africa eSIM
Planning a remote work trip to the Mother City? Find the best Cape Town eSIM for travelers with 5G coverage, loadshedding tips, and data for the Western Cape.
Read guide →Cape Winelands Mobile Data for Wine Tours
Visiting Stellenbosch or Franschhoek? Get reliable Cape Winelands mobile data for tourists. Stay connected on South Africa's best 5G networks with SafariSim.
Read guide →Frequently asked questions
Which networks does the South Africa eSIM use?+
Cell C (4G), MTN (5G), Telkom (3G), Vodacom (5G)
Is my phone compatible?+
Most phones since 2019 (iPhone XS or newer, Galaxy S20 or newer, Pixel 3 or newer) support eSIM. Your phone must be carrier-unlocked.
When does the validity start?+
When the eSIM first connects to a network at your destination, not when you buy it. You can install it days before you leave.
Do I get a phone number?+
No. Plans are data only. You can still use WhatsApp, FaceTime and internet calls with your usual number.
What if it doesn’t work?+
Email us. If you can’t connect and we can’t fix it, we refund you.