Chad eSIM
Mobile data in Chad. 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 Chad eSIM plans and prices
| Data | Valid | Price | Per GB |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 GB | 7 Days | Rs. 572.94 | Rs. 572.94 |
| 3 GB | 15 Days | Rs. 1,529.44 | Rs. 509.81 |
| 3 GB | 30 Days | Rs. 1,625.09 | Rs. 541.70 |
| 5 GB | 30 Days | Rs. 2,390.28 | Rs. 478.06 |
| 10 GB | 30 Days | Rs. 4,781.52 | Rs. 478.15 |
| 20 GB | 30 Days | Rs. 8,894.45 | Rs. 444.72 |
| 1 GB a day | Unlimited daily | Rs. 525.12 / day | — |
| 2 GB a day | Unlimited daily | Rs. 1,146.84 / day | — |
| 3 GB a day | Unlimited daily | Rs. 1,912.04 / day | — |
| 5 GB a day | Unlimited daily | Rs. 2,485.93 / day | — |
| 10 GB a day | Unlimited daily | Rs. 2,964.18 / day | — |
Which Chad 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. 1,529.44 -
7 days
about 7 GB 10 GB · 30 Days
Rs. 4,781.52 -
14 days
about 14 GB 20 GB · 30 Days
Rs. 8,894.45 -
30 days
about 30 GB 20 GB · 30 Days
Rs. 8,894.45 -
Streaming and hotspot every day
Unlimited daily
from Rs. 525.12 / 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.
Coverage
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Chad
Airtel 4G
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Top-ups
Running low? Power up instantly with flexible data top-ups.
Common Questions
Is an eSIM useful for exploring N'Djamena in Chad?
You leave N'Djamena International Airport with your hotel address open on your screen, passing the SIM counter instead of joining its queue. Outside, you show the address to a taxi driver and follow the ride into N'Djamena on Google Maps. Your hotel sends directions through WhatsApp, so you can show the driver the entrance without trying to describe it across a language barrier.
After dropping your bag, you head towards the National Museum of Chad, using the map to orient yourself along the way. At lunch, you type an unfamiliar French dish into Google Translate, then message your guide to arrange a museum visit. Later, you browse the Grand Marché, ask before taking a stallholder's portrait, and send the photo home through WhatsApp while the colours and conversation are still fresh in your mind.
What should tourists look for in an eSIM for Chad?
Choose an eSIM around your route: urban stops in N'Djamena and Abéché have stronger network reach than remote desert excursions. This plan uses supported local networks, with data allowance and validity determined by the package you choose.
Look for advance setup, room to add data, and connection sharing. This eSIM supports installation before you fly and gives you 180 days from purchase to activate. You can top up with more data, and hotspot works on most plans. Choose your package through the plan picker without tying your choice to a fixed itinerary.
Where does an eSIM get coverage in Chad?
Your eSIM connects through supported local networks, including Airtel, with 3G/4G service. Coverage is strongest in urban areas such as N'Djamena, Moundou and Abéché, where visitor services are concentrated. Reception becomes patchier across the Tibesti mountains, the Ennedi desert, remote desert roads and the expanses of Zakouma National Park.
| 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, once connected to a supported network | After purchase and setup | On landing if your home plan includes roaming here |
| Paperwork / ID | No registration paperwork | ID may be asked for at the counter | No additional paperwork beyond your existing account |
| Cost predictability | Pay once upfront for your chosen package | Buy on arrival at local rates | Depends on your home plan and its roaming inclusions |
| 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 more data through local shops or recharge services | Extra data depends on your home plan |
What digital travel preparations help when visiting Chad?
- Download offline maps for your Chad route before leaving reliable Wi-Fi, especially for journeys beyond the main towns.
- Save accommodation addresses in French as screenshots so you can show them without opening a translation app.
- Carry a charged power bank for desert excursions, where charging stops can be far apart.
- Carry cash for markets and smaller restaurants; do not depend on card terminals or app payments.
- Ask permission before photographing people, and keep your camera away from military sites and checkpoints.
- Protect your phone from dust and direct sun during desert travel; keep it inside a closed bag between uses.
How much does a Chad eSIM cost?
SimSwift Chad eSIMs start at Rs. 572.94 for 1 GB valid for 7 Days. Unlimited daily plans start at Rs. 525.12 a day.