Maldives eSIM
Mobile data in Maldives. 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 Maldives eSIM plans and prices
| Data | Valid | Price | Per GB |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 GB | 7 Days | Rs. 1,051.19 | Rs. 1,051.19 |
| 2 GB | 15 Days | Rs. 1,625.09 | Rs. 812.55 |
| 3 GB | 15 Days | Rs. 2,868.53 | Rs. 956.18 |
| 3 GB | 30 Days | Rs. 3,059.83 | Rs. 1,019.94 |
| 5 GB | 30 Days | Rs. 4,781.53 | Rs. 956.31 |
| 10 GB | 30 Days | Rs. 8,033.62 | Rs. 803.36 |
| 20 GB | 30 Days | Rs. 15,302.99 | Rs. 765.15 |
| 1 GB a day | Unlimited daily | Rs. 907.72 / day | — |
| 3 GB a day | Unlimited daily | Rs. 2,390.29 / day | — |
Which Maldives 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. 2,868.53 -
7 days
about 7 GB 10 GB · 30 Days
Rs. 8,033.62 -
14 days
about 14 GB 20 GB · 30 Days
Rs. 15,302.99 -
30 days
about 30 GB 20 GB · 30 Days
Rs. 15,302.99 -
Streaming and hotspot every day
Unlimited daily
from Rs. 907.72 / 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.
Maldives
Top-ups
Running low? Power up instantly with flexible data top-ups.
Common Questions
Is an eSIM useful for exploring Malé in Maldives?
You walk through arrivals at Velana International Airport and open the ferry directions on your phone, passing the queue for a local SIM. Your guesthouse has sent its location through WhatsApp, so you pull up the pin and work out where to head once you reach Malé. On the boat, you watch the waterfront draw closer and use Google Maps to trace the route from the jetty to your guesthouse through the compact streets.
After dropping your bag, you head towards the Malé Fish Market, stopping for a plate of mas huni along the way. You open Google Translate over an unfamiliar menu item, then message your host on WhatsApp about arranging a snorkelling excursion. Beside the harbour, you send a photo home of the fishing boats packed along the quay before looking up the walk back.
What should tourists look for in an eSIM for Maldives?
Choose an eSIM with local network access around Malé, inhabited tourist islands and resort areas, plus the option to add data as your plans change. This plan connects to supported local networks in the Maldives and supports data top-ups. Hotspot works on most plans, making connection sharing another useful feature to look for.
You can install this eSIM before you fly, and you 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; use the plan picker to compare those details alongside your island itinerary.
Where does the eSIM have coverage across the islands of Maldives?
Your eSIM uses local networks including Dhiraagu with 3G/4G connectivity. Coverage is strongest around Malé, Hulhumalé and established tourist islands such as Maafushi, as well as the main resort areas. It becomes patchier on remote outer islands, across open-water crossings and around isolated sandbanks farther from inhabited islands.
| 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 | As soon as you land and connect | After buying and setting up the SIM | On landing, if your home plan includes roaming there |
| Paperwork / ID | No paperwork or ID needed | Passport registration at purchase | No new registration through your existing home account |
| Cost predictability | Pay once upfront for your chosen package | Buy on arrival at local rates | Depends on roaming included in your home plan |
| 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 | Add data through local shops or the provider app | Extra data options depend on your home plan |
What digital travel essentials should I prepare for Maldives?
- Save offline maps of your resort island or guesthouse island; small lanes and jetty locations help you find your way.
- Download boat booking confirmations and your accommodation directions before inter-island transfers, when mobile reception can fade across open water.
- Ask your resort which areas have Wi-Fi; room access and beach access can differ.
- Pack a Type G plug adapter and a waterproof pouch for your phone on boat excursions.
- Carry a physical payment card and some cash for purchases on inhabited islands; do not rely solely on mobile wallets.
- Ask permission before photographing people on inhabited islands, and keep your phone tucked away during mosque visits.
How much does a Maldives eSIM cost?
SimSwift Maldives eSIMs start at Rs. 1,051.19 for 1 GB valid for 7 Days. Unlimited daily plans start at Rs. 907.72 a day.