Philippines eSIM
Mobile data in Philippines. 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 Philippines eSIM plans and prices
| Data | Valid | Price | Per GB |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 GB a day | Unlimited daily | Rs. 190.30 / day | — |
| 2 GB a day | Unlimited daily | Rs. 285.93 / day | — |
| 3 GB a day | Unlimited daily | Rs. 381.56 / day | — |
| 5 GB a day | Unlimited daily | Rs. 620.63 / day | — |
| 10 GB a day | Unlimited daily | Rs. 1,050.95 / day | — |
Which Philippines eSIM plan should I pick?
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Streaming and hotspot every day
Unlimited daily
from Rs. 190.30 / 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.
Coverage
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Philippines
Globe 5G, SMART 5G
Need more coverage?
Common Questions
Is an eSIM useful for getting around Manila in the Philippines?
You walk through arrivals at Ninoy Aquino International Airport and open Grab instead of joining a SIM kiosk queue. Your destination is Intramuros, and you send the driver your pickup location through the app. As the car heads into Manila, you open Google Maps, find the entrance to Fort Santiago and save a nearby restaurant that catches your eye. You can follow the route without trying to read every passing street sign.
Inside Intramuros, you use Google Translate to understand a dish on a menu, then book a guided walk through Klook. You message the meeting point to your companion on Messenger and send a courtyard photo home while you wait. Back at your accommodation, you browse GrabFood, choose dinner and pay by card in the app. Your map, booking confirmation and conversation are already in your pocket, with no detour to buy a local SIM.
What should tourists look for in an eSIM for the Philippines?
Choose an eSIM whose supported networks serve your actual route through the Philippines, especially when your itinerary combines urban stops with island resorts. This plan connects to supported local networks in the country. Its renewing data allowance and package validity depend on the option you choose, so compare those features in the plan picker.
Look for straightforward setup and connection sharing, too. This eSIM installs from the button in your order email before you fly, and you have 180 days from purchase to activate it. Hotspot works on most plans, making it useful for sharing a connection with a travel companion. If you need more data, buy a new plan.
Where will my tourist eSIM have coverage in the Philippines?
Your eSIM connects to supported local networks, including Globe, SMART, with 3G/4G/5G coverage. Coverage is strongest in Manila, Cebu City and established tourist areas such as Boracay and Panglao. It becomes patchier in the mountain interior of Luzon, remote parts of Palawan and smaller outer islands, where rugged terrain and widely spaced settlements limit network reach.
| 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 | Passport registration required | Use your existing account without additional registration |
| Cost predictability | Pay once upfront | Buy on arrival at local rates | 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 a shop or app | Extra data depends on your home plan |
What connectivity tips help with island travel in the Philippines?
- Download offline maps of your Palawan route before boat excursions; remote coastal stretches can interrupt navigation downloads.
- Save ferry tickets and accommodation addresses on your device before travelling between islands.
- Carry cash for small eateries and boat operators; card payments are more common in larger hotels and malls.
- Bring a universal adapter for the mix of Type A, B and C sockets found in the Philippines.
- Carry a charged power bank on island excursions, especially when boat transfers keep you away from sockets.
- Download the PAGASA weather app and follow storm advisories before ferry journeys.
- Use accommodation Wi-Fi to download large files; island guesthouse connections can slow when many guests share them.
How much does a Philippines eSIM cost?
SimSwift Philippines unlimited daily plans start at Rs. 190.30 a day.