Nigeria eSIM
Mobile data in Nigeria. 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 Unlimited 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. 384 Kbps after high-speed)
- 3G/4G/5G · Instant activation · Hotspot sharing
- 24/7 Support · No Contracts
All Nigeria eSIM plans and prices
| Data | Valid | Price | Per GB |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 GB a day | Unlimited daily | Rs. 429.47 / day | — |
| 2 GB a day | Unlimited daily | Rs. 716.42 / day | — |
| 3 GB a day | Unlimited daily | Rs. 1,338.14 / day | — |
Which Nigeria eSIM plan should I pick?
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Streaming and hotspot every day
Unlimited daily
from Rs. 429.47 / day
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.
Nigeria
Common Questions
Is an eSIM useful for getting around Nigeria?
You walk through arrivals at Murtala Muhammed International Airport and open Uber while other travellers join the SIM counter queue. Your eSIM gives you data for arranging the ride without that stop. You message your host on WhatsApp, confirm the meeting point with your driver, and follow the route through Lagos on Google Maps as traffic thickens around you.
Your destination is Nike Art Gallery in Lekki, where bright paintings and towering sculptures fill your camera roll. You look up the gallery entrance before getting out, then send a photo home on WhatsApp from beside a favourite artwork. Afterwards, you browse a nearby restaurant menu on Google Maps and translate an unfamiliar dish description with Google Translate. When you are ready to leave, you request another ride from the gallery entrance instead of searching the street for transport.
What should tourists look for in a Nigeria eSIM?
Start with network reach along your route: Lagos and Abuja are different propositions from rural excursions. This eSIM uses supported local networks in Nigeria, with its strongest coverage in cities and established visitor areas. Look for hotspot support if you want to share a connection with a travel companion; it works on most plans.
Advance installation and a clear activation window also matter. This plan supports installation before you fly and gives you 180 days from purchase to activate. It is data-only, with a daily allowance that renews automatically. The allowance and validity depend on the package you choose, so compare those details in the plan picker.
Where does the eSIM have coverage in Nigeria?
Your eSIM connects through local networks including Glo, with 3G/4G/5G connectivity. Coverage is strongest in cities such as Lagos, Abuja, Kano and Calabar, and in main tourist areas. It becomes patchier across rural roads, the uplands of the Jos Plateau and remote stretches of Yankari National Park, where settlements and network infrastructure are farther apart.
| SimSwift eSIM | Local SIM | Roaming | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Setup | Install at home before flying | 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 purchasing and setting up the SIM | On landing if your home plan includes Nigeria roaming |
| Paperwork / ID | No paperwork or ID submission | ID may be requested at the counter | No additional paperwork beyond your existing home account |
| Cost predictability | Pay once upfront for your chosen package | Buy on arrival under local payment terms | Depends on what your home plan includes |
| 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 | Buy a new plan if you need more data | Purchase another data bundle through the provider | Extra data depends on your home plan |
What digital travel essentials should I pack for Nigeria?
- Save offline maps of Lagos and your accommodation address; heavy traffic can make an unfamiliar detour harder to follow.
- Carry a power bank for outings in Nigeria, where power interruptions can leave accommodation sockets temporarily unusable.
- Pack an adapter for Type D and Type G sockets used in Nigeria.
- Carry cash alongside your bank card; smaller vendors in Nigeria often rely on cash or domestic bank transfers.
- Ask before photographing people or market stalls in Nigeria, and keep your phone put away around security checkpoints.
- Keep your phone in a waterproof pouch during Nigeria’s rainy season, especially when navigating on foot.
How much does a Nigeria eSIM cost?
SimSwift Nigeria unlimited daily plans start at Rs. 429.47 a day.