Benefits of Local-eSIM
Save money on data for your next trip with Local-eSIM
Why use an eSIM for your next trip?
Let Local-eSIM keep you connected
Enjoy seamless connectivity on your next trip, without giving data roaming fees a second thought.
Select your Bundle arrow_forwardAffordable access to data bundles across the globe
Easy to set up, top-up and manage online or in our App
Established network providers in over 190 countries
Wide variety of data bundles available, with bundles to fit all requirements
Roam free, no more switching plastic SIMs or searching for public WiFi
Wave goodbye to roaming fees
Getting started with an eSIM from Local-eSIM is easy. Simply:
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Select and Puchase
one of our Country or Regional Data Bundles
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Install your eSIM
At the press of a button, or scanning a QR Code
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Enable your eSIM's Data Roaming
when you arrive, then simply start browsing
Stay connected for all your trips, and keep your eSIM
Your eSIM is valid for up to 12 months after purchase and can be topped up with additional bundles whenever you need more data.
You can buy plans for friends and family and manage all your eSIMs in your account.
Frequently Asked Questions
Have more questions about eSIM? Take a look at our Help Centre for more FAQs.
eSIM stands for “embedded SIM”, because everything you need is digitally built into your smartphone or tablet. Think of it as the evolution of the SIM card - it’s just like your old SIM, but better! Now there are no tiny holes or bits of plastic to deal with, so you never have to think about swapping out SIM cards again. Wave goodbye to the old and say hello to the future of mobile connectivity!
You can’t make regular network calls or send SMS with your eSIM, but you can keep your existing SIM active if you still want access to these services. Just make sure you confirm any charges with your network provider before you travel. And remember, while our eSIM plans are designed just for data, you can still use messaging and voice apps like WhatsApp, Messenger, iMessage and more. These apps all work great with the data connection your Local-eSIM eSIM provides.
Setting up your eSIM is easy, and we’ll send a step by step guide after purchase. Or, you can head to our eSIM installation guide here.
First, you need to make sure you’ve got a reliable internet connection, so make sure you’re connected to Wi-FI. Go to Settings > Mobile Data > Add Data Plan. This can vary depending on your model, so if you can’t see this option, find your steps here.
- Turn on mobile data and data roaming.
- Scan the QR code. Open the camera and scan the code in the email you received after buying your eSIM - the easiest way to do this is by printing out your email or saving the code on your computer screen.
- Once you’ve scanned the code you can download your eSIM straight to your mobile device.
- Choose a name for your data plan.
- Click on the option for “data only”. As our eSIMs are for data, you can keep your regular SIM if you want to make network calls or send SMS texts.
- Make sure you turn off data roaming on your main SIM to avoid being charged for voice and text
You can select which SIM to enable/disable in your device's mobile data settings. Switching on Data Roaming on your eSIM but switching it off on your regular SIM will ensure it uses the eSIM when traveling.
Also ensure that your Local-eSIM eSIM is set as the preferred SIM for Mobile data.
We’ll send you regular updates and you can check the data used on your eSIM in the My Account area of your Local-eSIM login.
We’ll let you know when you’re close to your limit but it’s easy to top up or buy another eSIM if you do run out - just connect to Wi-Fi first. Unlike your regular network provider, we’ll never let you go over your agreed data allowance and start charging you more. We also offer unlimited plans to give you even more freedom over your data usage.
