eTravelSim
South Africa
1 GB
Data
30 days
Validity
$4.50
$4.50/GB
eTravelSim eSIM South Africa 2026: Cheap Data Plans & Prices
eTravelSim eSIM South Africa 2026: plans and prices. How much does it cost? Rates by days and GB, the cheapest data package and unlimited options in one list.
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Updated Nov 9, 2026
eTravelSim plans and prices for South Africa
eTravelSim for South Africa FAQ.
How much does the cheapest eTravelSim eSIM for South Africa cost?
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The cheapest eTravelSim eSIM for South Africa costs $4.50 and gives you 1 GB for 30 days. We recheck prices daily, so this price is up to date. You can buy it on the official eTravelSim site.
Does eTravelSim work in South Africa?
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Yes, eTravelSim works in South Africa on its South Africa-only plans and on its regional and global eSIMs. If your eSIM is installed but won't connect after you land, open your phone's settings and turn on data roaming for it. Your home SIM can stay as it is.
How much is an eTravelSim eSIM for South Africa for 7, 15 or 30 days?
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For South Africa alone, a 30-day eTravelSim plan starts at $4.50 for 1 GB. eTravelSim has no 7- or 15-day plan for South Africa.
Does eTravelSim have an unlimited data eSIM for South Africa?
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Yes, eTravelSim has 12 unlimited plans for South Africa, ranging from $10.00 for 1 day to $74.99 for 30 days. A week without a data cap costs $29.99. The full-speed amount depends on the destination, often 4 GB a day, then 1 Mbps until it resets after 24 hours. Check the plan details before you buy.
What is eTravelSim, and is it good for South Africa?
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eTravelSim is an eSIM store for travelers, with plans covering 170 destinations.
How much does 1 GB of data cost with an eTravelSim eSIM in South Africa?
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With eTravelSim, 1 GB in South Africa can cost as little as $1.05 on the regional eSIM, which has 20 GB for 30 days. On a South Africa-only plan, the lowest rate is $1.22 per GB, with 50 GB for 30 days.
Can I use an eTravelSim eSIM as a mobile hotspot in South Africa?
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Yes, hotspot works on every eTravelSim plan with a set amount of data, and shared data comes out of the plan. On unlimited plans it depends on the destination: some allow it, some give it a separate quota and some don't include it, so check the plan details before you buy.
Does eTravelSim have a phone plan with a number for South Africa?
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Most eTravelSim plans are data only, but plans with call minutes come with a phone number, such as a UK (+44) number. Check the plan details before you buy.
Can I buy an eTravelSim eSIM before my trip to South Africa and use it later?
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Yes, you can buy and install it at home. The days start on the plan's first connection, not when you buy or install it, so you lose no days.
Can I top up an eTravelSim eSIM?
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Many eTravelSim plans can be recharged on the website or in the app, with no new QR code, but some destinations need a new eSIM instead. A recharge has its own days, counted from the recharge date, so check the plan details before you buy.
Does eTravelSim have a global eSIM that works in South Africa?
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Yes, eTravelSim has 2 regional plans that cover South Africa and other countries, plus 4 global plans starting at $29.99. These keep you online as you cross borders.