South Sudan eSIM
Mobile data in South Sudan. 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 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. 1 Mbps after high-speed)
- 3G/4G · Instant activation · Hotspot sharing
- 24/7 Support · No Contracts
All South Sudan eSIM plans and prices
| Data | Valid | Price | Per GB |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 GB a day | Unlimited daily | Rs. 1,816.08 / day | — |
| 2 GB a day | Unlimited daily | Rs. 3,441.84 / day | — |
| 3 GB a day | Unlimited daily | Rs. 4,780.71 / day | — |
| 5 GB a day | Unlimited daily | Rs. 6,215.21 / day | — |
| 10 GB a day | Unlimited daily | Rs. 11,379.41 / day | — |
Which South Sudan eSIM plan should I pick?
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Streaming and hotspot every day
Unlimited daily
from Rs. 1,816.08 / 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.
South Sudan
Common Questions
Is an eSIM handy for getting around Juba in South Sudan?
You leave Juba International Airport with your driver’s meeting instructions open in WhatsApp, passing the SIM counter without joining the queue. A message helps you find each other, and you pull up your hotel’s location in Google Maps before setting off. Through the window, the airport road gives way to Juba’s busy streets, roadside stalls and motorbikes. You follow your position on the map and show the driver the entrance marked by your hotel.
After dropping your bag, you arrange a ride to a restaurant beside the White Nile. You message the restaurant to ask for directions, then use the map to follow the last stretch. At the table, you photograph the menu to translate an unfamiliar dish and ask the server what they recommend. Before the food arrives, you send a riverside photo home through WhatsApp.
What should tourists look for in a South Sudan eSIM?
Start with network reach around Juba and any towns on your itinerary, especially if your route continues into rural areas. This eSIM connects to supported local networks, with stronger service in urban areas than in remote terrain. Look for hotspot support if you travel with another device; sharing works on most plans.
Preflight 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 an allowance that renews automatically. The allowance and validity depend on your chosen package.
Where does the eSIM have coverage in South Sudan?
Your eSIM connects to supported local networks including MTN, with 3G/4G service. Coverage is strongest in Juba and larger towns such as Wau and Malakal, particularly around their central districts. Reception is patchier across the Sudd wetlands, remote roads and the grasslands of Boma National Park, where settlements and network infrastructure are farther apart.
| 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; enable roaming |
| When you're connected | On landing, upon connecting to a supported network | After purchase and setup | On landing if your home plan covers the destination |
| Paperwork / ID | No registration paperwork | ID may be requested at the counter | No additional registration through your existing account |
| Cost predictability | Pay once upfront | Local pricing, purchased after arrival | Included or billed according to 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 | Buy a new plan if you need more data | Purchase another data bundle through the local provider | Extra data depends on your home plan |
What digital travel essentials should I pack for South Sudan?
- Download offline maps of Juba and your onward route; rural roads can take you beyond reliable reception.
- Save your accommodation’s location and your driver’s WhatsApp contact before setting out around Juba.
- Carry a power bank for South Sudan’s electricity interruptions, and confirm your accommodation’s socket type before packing an adapter.
- Carry cash for purchases outside major hotels in Juba; do not rely on app payments or card terminals.
- Ask permission before photographing people, and keep your camera away from checkpoints and government buildings in South Sudan.
- During the rainy season, ask your local guide about road conditions before following a mapped route outside Juba.
How much does a South Sudan eSIM cost?
SimSwift South Sudan unlimited daily plans start at Rs. 1,816.08 a day.