South Africa eSIM for travel
Prepaid mobile data for South Africa: 4 plans, from 1 GB up to unlimited data, valid for up to 30 days. Buy it in a minute, get your QR code by email, and you're online the moment you land — no airport SIM queue, no roaming bill.
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What it costs in your currency
Pick your currency at checkout and you're charged exactly that amount — no surprise conversion by your bank.
| Plan | USD | EUR | NGN | KES | GHS | ZAR | EGP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 GB · 7 days | $2.99 | €2.66 | NGN 3,979 | KES 387 | GHS 35 | ZAR 50 | EGP 156 |
| 3 GB · 30 days | $7.99 | €7.10 | NGN 10,632 | KES 1,035 | GHS 93 | ZAR 133 | EGP 418 |
| 10 GB · 30 days | $19.99 | €17.77 | NGN 26,599 | KES 2,590 | GHS 232 | ZAR 333 | EGP 1,045 |
| unlimited data · 7 days | $41.99 | €37.32 | NGN 55,873 | KES 5,440 | GHS 487 | ZAR 700 | EGP 2,195 |
How much data do you need?
- Messaging, maps and ride-hailing: roughly 100–300 MB a day.
- Social media and photo sharing: roughly 0.5–1 GB a day.
- Video calls: roughly 0.5–1 GB per hour.
- Use hotel Wi-Fi for backups, app updates and streaming to make a plan last.
Before you buy
- Check your phone supports eSIM — takes 10 seconds, or look up your model.
- Setup guides for iPhone, Samsung and Pixel.
- Your phone must be unlocked (not tied to one carrier).
Visiting more than one African country?
Our Africa multi-country eSIM covers 25 countries on one plan (Nigeria not included).
South Africa eSIM — common questions
How much is an eSIM for South Africa?
Faylo's South Africa eSIM starts at $2.99 for 1 GB over 7 days (about NGN 3,979). You pay once, up front — no contract and no roaming bill afterwards.
Will it work on my phone?
Only if your phone supports eSIM. Dial *#06# — if you see a 32-digit EID number, it does. Most iPhones from the XS onward, recent Samsung Galaxy S and Z models and Google Pixels support eSIM; many budget Android phones, including a lot of Tecno, Infinix and itel models, don't yet.
When should I install my South Africa eSIM?
Before you fly, while you're on Wi-Fi. The QR code arrives by email within seconds of paying; scan it, then switch your mobile data to the Faylo line when you land.
Do I keep my WhatsApp and my own number?
Yes. Your usual SIM stays in your phone, and WhatsApp keeps working on the same account over your Faylo data. Turn off data roaming on your home line so it doesn't bill you while you're away.
What if it doesn't work?
Message us on WhatsApp and a real person will sort it out — including a refund if your phone genuinely can't use it, or if your carrier has locked eSIM on your line.