Cape Verde eSIM
Mobile data in Cape Verde. No roaming fees, instant activation, one-tap install on iPhone, Samsung and Android.
- 01Internet on arrival
- 02No SIM swap — keep your number
- 03Set up in under a minute, before you fly
Choose your plan
- 3G/4G network speeds
- Top-up anytime if needed
- Instant Activation · Hotspot Sharing
- 24/7 Support · No Contracts
- 1 GB high speed per 24 hours
- Unlimited data (min. 512 Kbps after high-speed)
- 3G/4G · Instant activation · Hotspot sharing
- 24/7 Support · No Contracts
All Cape Verde eSIM plans and prices
| Data | Valid | Price | Per GB |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 GB | 7 Days | Rs. 1,338.14 | Rs. 1,338.14 |
| 3 GB | 15 Days | Rs. 3,538.08 | Rs. 1,179.36 |
| 3 GB | 30 Days | Rs. 3,729.38 | Rs. 1,243.13 |
| 5 GB | 30 Days | Rs. 5,833.67 | Rs. 1,166.73 |
| 10 GB | 30 Days | Rs. 10,520.51 | Rs. 1,052.05 |
| 20 GB | 30 Days | Rs. 21,233.27 | Rs. 1,061.66 |
| 1 GB a day | Unlimited daily | Rs. 1,338.14 / day | — |
| 2 GB a day | Unlimited daily | Rs. 2,390.29 / day | — |
| 3 GB a day | Unlimited daily | Rs. 4,590.23 / day | — |
| 10 GB a day | Unlimited daily | Rs. 6,694.52 / day | — |
Which Cape Verde eSIM plan should I pick?
A typical day: 2 hours of maps, a few calls, a short video call, photos on WhatsApp and 30 minutes of Reels or TikTok — about 1 GB a day.
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Weekend or 3 days
about 3 GB 3 GB · 15 Days
Rs. 3,538.08 -
7 days
about 7 GB 10 GB · 30 Days
Rs. 10,520.51 -
14 days
about 14 GB 20 GB · 30 Days
Rs. 21,233.27 -
30 days
about 30 GB 20 GB · 30 Days
Rs. 21,233.27 -
Streaming and hotspot every day
Unlimited daily
from Rs. 1,338.14 / day
More scrolling, streaming or hotspot? Go one size up, or pick a daily plan.
How it works
- Step01 Choose Plan Pick the data and validity that fit your trip.
- Step02 Receive Order Email Your eSIM arrives by email straight away.
- Step03 Install in one tap Tap install, then switch on data when you land.
Cape Verde
Common Questions
Will an eSIM help me explore Santa Maria in Cape Verde?
You leave arrivals at Amílcar Cabral International Airport with your hotel address already open in Google Maps, passing the SIM counter instead of joining its queue. In the taxi towards Santa Maria, you follow the route across Sal’s dry, open landscape and send your host a WhatsApp message. Their reply points you to the right entrance, so you recognise the doorway when the taxi turns into your street.
After dropping your bag, you walk towards the pier, following the map through streets lined with cafés. A handwritten lunch menu catches your eye; Google Translate helps you choose grilled fish and its accompaniments. Over lunch, you browse GetYourGuide for a boat excursion, book a place, and open the confirmation. Then you send a photo of the turquoise water home on WhatsApp before heading down to the sand.
What should tourists look for in an eSIM for Cape Verde?
Choose an eSIM with local network access across Cape Verde’s main visitor areas, hotspot support for sharing a connection, and a straightforward way to add data. This plan connects to supported local networks, supports hotspot on most packages, and can be topped up with more data.
You can install it before you fly and have 180 days from purchase to activate it. Activation starts when it connects to a supported network at your destination. The data allowance and validity depend on the package you choose, so use the plan picker to compare those details.
Where does the eSIM have coverage across Cape Verde?
Your eSIM connects to local networks including CVMOVEL, with 3G/4G service. Coverage is strongest around Praia and Mindelo, and in the main visitor areas of Sal and Boa Vista, including Santa Maria and Sal Rei. Reception becomes patchier in Santo Antão’s steep valleys, Fogo’s volcanic interior, and the remote coastal stretches away from towns.
| SimSwift eSIM | Local SIM | Roaming | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Setup | Install at home before you fly | Find a shop or airport kiosk and queue after landing | Nothing to install; switch roaming on |
| When you're connected | On landing, when it connects to a supported network | After buying and setting up the SIM | On landing, if your home plan includes roaming there |
| Paperwork / ID | No documents needed for this eSIM | ID may be requested at the counter | No new paperwork beyond your existing account |
| Cost predictability | Pay once upfront for your selected package | Buy on arrival at local rates | Depends on your home plan; roaming may be included |
| WhatsApp & your number | Keep using WhatsApp on your home number | New local number; WhatsApp stays on your home number | Your home number, on your home plan's roaming terms |
| Top-ups | Add data anytime with a top-up | Buy additional data through local shops or provider services | Extra data depends on your home plan |
What should I prepare for island exploring in Cape Verde?
- Save offline maps before hiking Santo Antão’s valleys, and download your accommodation location separately.
- Carry a power bank for excursions into Fogo’s volcanic interior, where charging stops are scarce.
- Bring a Type C or Type F plug adapter for Cape Verde’s sockets.
- Carry cash for small cafés and markets; ask about card acceptance before ordering.
- Save ferry booking confirmations offline before travelling between islands; harbour Wi-Fi is not a dependable backup.
- Protect your charging port from windblown sand on Sal and Boa Vista, and keep your phone in a closed pouch.
How much does a Cape Verde eSIM cost?
SimSwift Cape Verde eSIMs start at Rs. 1,338.14 for 1 GB valid for 7 Days. Unlimited daily plans start at Rs. 1,338.14 a day.