Iraq eSIM
Mobile data in Iraq. 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/5G 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. 128 Kbps after high-speed)
- 3G/4G/5G · Instant activation · Hotspot sharing
- 24/7 Support · No Contracts
All Iraq eSIM plans and prices
| Data | Valid | Price | Per GB |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 GB | 7 Days | Rs. 285.99 | Rs. 285.99 |
| 3 GB | 15 Days | Rs. 620.77 | Rs. 206.92 |
| 3 GB | 30 Days | Rs. 620.77 | Rs. 206.92 |
| 5 GB | 30 Days | Rs. 955.54 | Rs. 191.11 |
| 10 GB | 30 Days | Rs. 1,720.74 | Rs. 172.07 |
| 20 GB | 30 Days | Rs. 3,442.43 | Rs. 172.12 |
| 1 GB a day | Unlimited daily | Rs. 285.99 / day | — |
| 2 GB a day | Unlimited daily | Rs. 477.29 / day | — |
| 3 GB a day | Unlimited daily | Rs. 620.77 / day | — |
| 10 GB a day | Unlimited daily | Rs. 1,720.74 / day | — |
Which Iraq 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. 620.77 -
7 days
about 7 GB 10 GB · 30 Days
Rs. 1,720.74 -
14 days
about 14 GB 20 GB · 30 Days
Rs. 3,442.43 -
30 days
about 30 GB 20 GB · 30 Days
Rs. 3,442.43 -
Streaming and hotspot every day
Unlimited daily
from Rs. 285.99 / 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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Iraq
Asia Cell 4G
Need more coverage?
Top-ups
Running low? Power up instantly with flexible data top-ups.
Common Questions
How does an eSIM help with exploring Baghdad in Iraq?
You walk out of Baghdad International Airport and open Careem to arrange your ride into Baghdad, passing the SIM counter instead of joining its queue. With your destination saved in Google Maps, you follow the journey toward Mutanabbi Street and watch the city unfold through the window. You send your host a WhatsApp message with your meeting point, then put the screen away as the bookstalls come into view.
Among the booksellers, you use Google Translate to decipher an Arabic sign and ask about a title that catches your eye. A café menu gets the same treatment before you order tea. You browse the shelves, choose a book to take home, and send a photo of your find through WhatsApp. When you are ready to leave, you open the map to find your meeting place again.
What should tourists look for when choosing an eSIM for Iraq?
Look for access to local networks serving Baghdad, Erbil and the main visitor routes, plus a straightforward way to add data. This eSIM connects to supported local networks, and you can top it up with more data without replacing it. Hotspot works on most plans, useful when a travelling companion needs to share your connection.
Choose an eSIM you can prepare before flying, with room to adjust your departure plans. This one supports installation before departure and gives you 180 days from purchase to activate. Your chosen package determines the data allowance and validity.
Where does this eSIM have coverage in Iraq?
Your eSIM uses local networks including Asia Cell, with 3G/4G/5G connectivity. Coverage is strongest in cities and main tourist areas, including Baghdad, Erbil, Sulaymaniyah and Najaf. Connections are patchier in the Zagros Mountains, on remote desert roads and across rural stretches of the Mesopotamian Marshes. These differences matter most when your route leaves the main urban centres.
| 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, upon connecting to a supported network | After buying and setting up the SIM | On landing, if your home plan includes roaming here |
| Paperwork / ID | No registration paperwork | ID may be requested at the counter | Keep your existing account; no new paperwork |
| 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 provider services | Extra data depends on your home plan |
What practical digital travel tips should I know for Iraq?
- Save offline maps before exploring the Zagros Mountains, where remote routes have patchier reception.
- Download Arabic and Kurdish translation resources before travelling; Kurdish is especially useful around Erbil and Sulaymaniyah.
- Carry cash for market stalls and smaller restaurants; do not rely on paying through an app.
- Bring a universal plug adapter and a power bank for journeys beyond the cities.
- Ask permission before photographing people, and keep your camera away from checkpoints and military sites.
- Keep your device shaded during summer sightseeing; strong heat can interrupt charging and navigation.
How much does a Iraq eSIM cost?
SimSwift Iraq eSIMs start at Rs. 285.99 for 1 GB valid for 7 Days. Unlimited daily plans start at Rs. 285.99 a day.