United Kingdom eSIM
Mobile data in United Kingdom. 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/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 United Kingdom eSIM plans and prices
| Data | Valid | Price | Per GB |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 GB | 7 Days | Rs. 142.53 | Rs. 142.53 |
| 2 GB | 15 Days | Rs. 238.19 | Rs. 119.10 |
| 3 GB | 15 Days | Rs. 286.02 | Rs. 95.34 |
| 3 GB | 30 Days | Rs. 286.02 | Rs. 95.34 |
| 5 GB | 30 Days | Rs. 429.51 | Rs. 85.90 |
| 10 GB | 30 Days | Rs. 716.49 | Rs. 71.65 |
| 20 GB | 30 Days | Rs. 1,338.27 | Rs. 66.91 |
| 50 GB | 30 Days | Rs. 2,581.84 | Rs. 51.64 |
| 50 GB | 180 Days | Rs. 4,208.04 | Rs. 84.16 |
| 1 GB a day | Unlimited daily | Rs. 142.53 / day | — |
| 2 GB a day | Unlimited daily | Rs. 238.19 / day | — |
| 3 GB a day | Unlimited daily | Rs. 238.19 / day | — |
| 5 GB a day | Unlimited daily | Rs. 381.68 / day | — |
| 10 GB a day | Unlimited daily | Rs. 668.66 / day | — |
Which United Kingdom 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. 286.02 -
7 days
about 7 GB 10 GB · 30 Days
Rs. 716.49 -
14 days
about 14 GB 20 GB · 30 Days
Rs. 1,338.27 -
30 days
about 30 GB 50 GB · 30 Days
Rs. 2,581.84 -
Streaming and hotspot every day
Unlimited daily
from Rs. 142.53 / 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.
Coverage
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United Kingdom
EE 5G, 3 4G
Need more coverage?
Top-ups
Running low? Power up instantly with flexible data top-ups.
Common Questions
Is an eSIM useful for exploring London on a trip to United Kingdom?
You emerge from arrivals at Heathrow and open Uber to find your pickup point, passing the queue at a SIM kiosk instead of joining it. On the ride into London, you pull up your Soho hotel in Google Maps and message your host through WhatsApp. Your room is not ready yet, so you leave your bag and follow the map towards the British Museum, pausing to photograph a bakery window that deserves a closer look.
Over coffee, you book your museum entry online and send the confirmation to your travelling companion. You pay with Apple Pay, then follow walking directions through streets lined with bookshops and cafés. After exploring the galleries, you send a favourite photo home through WhatsApp. Back at your hotel, you browse Deliveroo for dinner and compare menus without heading back out to find somewhere to eat.
What should tourists look for in an eSIM for United Kingdom?
Choose an eSIM with local network access along your planned route, whether you are linking London, York and Edinburgh or spending your trip in one city. This plan uses supported local networks, offers hotspot on most packages and supports top-ups when you want more data.
Look for setup you can complete before flying and an activation window that accommodates advance planning. This eSIM installs in one tap from the button in your order email, with 180 days from purchase to activate. Your chosen package determines the data allowance and validity.
Where will my eSIM get coverage while travelling around United Kingdom?
Your eSIM connects through local networks including EE, 3, with 3G/4G/5G service. Coverage is strongest in cities and main tourist areas such as London, Edinburgh, Manchester and Bath. It becomes patchier across the Scottish Highlands, the mountain valleys of Eryri National Park and the more remote stretches of the Outer Hebrides.
| 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, when connected to a supported network | After buying and setting up the SIM | On landing if your home plan includes roaming here |
| Paperwork / ID | No ID required for this eSIM | 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 at local rates | Included allowances or additional charges depend on 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 the provider’s app, website or shop | Extra data options depend on your home plan |
What practical mobile data tips help when travelling around United Kingdom?
- Download offline maps before walking in the Yorkshire Dales; save your accommodation location and route while you have a strong connection.
- Carry a Type G plug adaptor and a power bank for navigation between stops.
- Keep a physical payment card handy; contactless readers are common, but your mobile wallet still needs battery power.
- Save train tickets to your device before boarding; tunnels and rural railway stretches can interrupt data access.
- Use headphones for audio on public transport, and keep your screen brightness low in theatres.
- Treat café and hotel Wi-Fi as a bonus; sign-in pages can make a quick map lookup slower than using mobile data.
How much does a United Kingdom eSIM cost?
SimSwift United Kingdom eSIMs start at Rs. 142.53 for 1 GB valid for 7 Days. Unlimited daily plans start at Rs. 142.53 a day.