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New Caledonia eSIM

Unlimited daily 1 country

Mobile data in New Caledonia. No roaming fees, instant activation, one-tap install on iPhone, Samsung and Android.

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  1. 01Internet on arrival
  2. 02No SIM swap — keep your number
  3. 03Set up in under a minute, before you fly

Choose Your Unlimited Plan

Limited-time deal Selected 1 Day Rs. 13,151.83 Rs. 10,329.21
  • 3G/4G/5G network speeds
  • Top-up anytime if needed
  • Instant Activation · Hotspot Sharing
  • 24/7 Support · No Contracts
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1 days
Rs. 3,920.68
  • 1 GB high speed per 24 hours
  • Unlimited data (min. 1 Mbps after high-speed)
  • 3G/4G/5G · Instant activation · Hotspot sharing
  • 24/7 Support · No Contracts

All New Caledonia eSIM plans and prices

INR · Price per GB rounded ·
Data Valid Price Per GB
1 GB a day Unlimited daily Rs. 3,920.68 / day —
2 GB a day Unlimited daily Rs. 7,268.42 / day —
3 GB a day Unlimited daily Rs. 10,329.21 / day —
5 GB a day Unlimited daily Rs. 13,390.00 / day —
10 GB a day Unlimited daily Rs. 24,772.31 / day —

Which New Caledonia eSIM plan should I pick?

  • Streaming and hotspot every day Unlimited daily
    from Rs. 3,920.68 / day

How it works

  1. Step01 Choose Plan Pick the data and validity that fit your trip.
  2. Step02 Receive Order Email Your eSIM arrives by email straight away.
  3. Step03 Install in one tap Tap install, then switch on data when you land.

Coverage

  • New Caledonia Mobilis 5G

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Common Questions

Is an eSIM useful between the airport and Nouméa in New Caledonia?

You leave arrivals at La Tontouta International Airport and head for your booked shuttle instead of joining a SIM counter queue. With your booking open on your phone, you find the pickup instructions and send your accommodation a message through Messenger. As the shuttle heads towards Nouméa, you follow the route on Google Maps and pick out the waterfront near your hotel. Your bags are still beside you when you start planning a walk to Anse Vata.

At the beach, you stop for lunch and use Google Translate to understand a French menu before choosing your dish. You look up the Aquarium des Lagons, open its visitor information and decide what to see next. Then you send a lagoon photo home through WhatsApp and pull up walking directions back to your hotel.

What should tourists look for in a New Caledonia eSIM?

Choose an eSIM with access to local networks serving the urban centres and coastal tourist areas on your route. This plan uses supported local networks in New Caledonia, and hotspot sharing works on most plans. Its data allowance renews automatically; the allowance and package validity depend on the option you choose.

Look for straightforward preparation and a clear activation window. This eSIM supports installation before you fly and gives you 180 days from purchase to activate. It provides data for your trip without a physical SIM swap. If you need another allowance beyond your package, buy a new plan.

Where does the eSIM have coverage in New Caledonia?

Your eSIM connects to local networks including Mobilis, with 3G/4G/5G service. Coverage is strongest around Nouméa and the main tourist areas, including the settled coastal areas around Bourail and La Foa. Across Grande Terre, reception becomes patchier in the mountainous interior and along isolated roads. The Isle of Pines and Loyalty Islands have more variable coverage away from their main settlements.

SimSwift eSIMLocal SIMRoaming
SetupInstall at home before you flyFind a shop or airport kiosk and queue after landingNothing to install; switch roaming on
When you're connectedOn landing through a supported networkAfter purchase and setupOn landing if your home plan includes this destination
Paperwork / IDNo registration paperworkID may be requested at the counterUse your existing home account
Cost predictabilityPay once upfront for your chosen packageBuy on arrival at local ratesYour home plan determines inclusions and charges
WhatsApp & your numberKeep using WhatsApp on your home numberNew local number; WhatsApp stays on your home numberYour home number, on your home plan's roaming terms
Top-upsBuy a new plan if you need more dataPurchase another data bundle from the local providerExtra data depends on your home plan

How much does a New Caledonia eSIM cost?

SimSwift New Caledonia unlimited daily plans start at Rs. 3,920.68 a day.

When does the New Caledonia eSIM activate?

It activates when you connect to a supported network in New Caledonia (usually upon arrival). No manual activation needed—just land, turn on your phone, and you're connected.

How does an eSIM work?

An eSIM is a digital SIM built into your phone that activates mobile data without a physical card. After purchase, you install the New Caledonia eSIM in one tap from your order email. Once you arrive in New Caledonia, your phone connects to local networks automatically—no SIM swaps or roaming fees.

How do I install New Caledonia eSIM on iPhone?

Open your order email on your iPhone and tap the install button: the eSIM installs in one tap, then follow the prompts. Once installed, select the eSIM as your data line. You'll need to enable Data Roaming on the eSIM line (not your primary SIM) to connect in New Caledonia.

How do I install New Caledonia eSIM on Android?

Open your order email on your Samsung, Pixel or other eSIM phone and tap the install button: the eSIM installs in one tap. Set the eSIM as your data line and enable Data Roaming on the eSIM profile to use mobile data in New Caledonia.

How do I activate my eSIM after landing in New Caledonia?

Before flying, install in one tap using the button in your order email, then keep the line off until La Tontouta International Airport. Enable it with data roaming; it connects automatically to a supported local network. You have 180 days from purchase to activate.

Do I need to turn on Data Roaming for New Caledonia eSIM?

Yes, enable Data Roaming on the eSIM line (not your primary SIM). This allows the eSIM to connect to local networks in New Caledonia. You won't be charged roaming fees—it connects as a local plan with no extra charges from your home carrier.

Can I share eSIM data near Poé Beach in New Caledonia?

Yes, hotspot and tethering work on most plans. After paddleboarding at Poé Beach, share your connection with a companion so you can browse your photos together on a tablet.

Will WhatsApp work with a data-only eSIM?

Yes! WhatsApp and iMessage stay linked to your home number. The New Caledonia eSIM is data-only, so your existing messaging apps work perfectly—you keep all your chats and contacts.

Can I make calls with a data-only eSIM?

This eSIM doesn't include a phone number for regular calls/SMS. However, you can make calls using WhatsApp, FaceTime, Skype, or other internet-based apps over your data connection.

How long is New Caledonia eSIM valid after purchase?

You have 180 days from purchase to activate your New Caledonia eSIM. Once activated, the plan validity depends on the package you chose (shown on the product page).

Can I top up my New Caledonia eSIM?

Yes! All fixed data plans support instant top-ups. Purchase a top-up package using your original eSIM reference number—no new eSIM to install.
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