Australia & New Zealand eSIM
Mobile data in Australia & New Zealand. 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 Australia & New Zealand eSIM plans and prices
| Data | Valid | Price | Per GB |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 GB | 7 Days | $2.99 | $2.99 |
| 3 GB | 15 Days | $6.99 | $2.33 |
| 3 GB | 30 Days | $6.99 | $2.33 |
| 5 GB | 30 Days | $10.99 | $2.20 |
| 10 GB | 30 Days | $19.99 | $2.00 |
| 20 GB | 30 Days | $35.99 | $1.80 |
| 1 GB a day | Unlimited daily | $2.49 / day | — |
| 2 GB a day | Unlimited daily | $4.49 / day | — |
| 3 GB a day | Unlimited daily | $5.99 / day | — |
| 5 GB a day | Unlimited daily | $7.99 / day | — |
| 10 GB a day | Unlimited daily | $19.99 / day | — |
Which Australia & New Zealand 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
$6.99 -
7 days
about 7 GB 10 GB · 30 Days
$19.99 -
14 days
about 14 GB 20 GB · 30 Days
$35.99 -
30 days
about 30 GB 20 GB · 30 Days
$35.99 -
Streaming and hotspot every day
Unlimited daily
from $2.49 / 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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Australia
Optus 5G
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New Zealand
Spark 5G
Need more coverage?
Top-ups
Running low? Power up instantly with flexible data top-ups.
Common Questions
Is an eSIM worth it for sightseeing in Australia & New Zealand?
You wheel your suitcase through Sydney Airport and open Uber to find your pickup point, passing the queue at the SIM counter instead of joining it. With your eSIM handling data, you pull up your accommodation address and follow the ride toward the city. Once your bag is dropped, Google Maps leads you toward Circular Quay, where ferries slide past the Sydney Opera House and you pause to photograph the harbour.
You browse a harbour cruise booking page, choose a departure and save the ticket on your phone. At lunch, you use Apple Pay at a café that accepts contactless payments, then send the harbour photo home through WhatsApp. Back at your accommodation, you open Uber Eats, compare nearby restaurants and order dinner while you sort through the pictures from your walk.
What should tourists look for in a Australia & New Zealand eSIM?
For Australia & New Zealand, look for local network reach along your route, hotspot support and an easy way to add data. This plan covers both countries through supported local networks, supports hotspot on most packages and can be topped up with more data. Its data allowance and validity depend on the package you choose.
Preflight installation matters when your itinerary crosses between the two countries. This eSIM supports installation before you fly, with 180 days from purchase to activate. Choose by your destinations and the package terms shown in the plan picker.
Where does this eSIM get coverage across Australia & New Zealand?
Across Australia & New Zealand, your eSIM uses supported local networks including Optus, Spark, with 3G/4G/5G connectivity. Coverage is strongest in cities and main tourist areas such as Sydney, Melbourne, Auckland and Queenstown. It becomes patchier along remote Australian desert roads and in the mountainous interior of New Zealand's South Island, where terrain and distance between settlements shape 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 there |
| Paperwork / ID | No paperwork or ID needed | ID may be asked for at the counter | No additional paperwork through your existing home account |
| Cost predictability | Pay once upfront | Buy on arrival at local rates | Depends on your home plan and included roaming |
| 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 depends on your home plan |
What digital travel essentials should I pack for Australia & New Zealand?
- Save offline maps before driving through Australia's outback or New Zealand's alpine routes.
- Pack a Type I plug adapter for Australia & New Zealand, plus a power bank for navigation away from sockets.
- Carry a physical payment card alongside your mobile wallet for smaller businesses in Australia & New Zealand.
- Use accommodation Wi-Fi to download large files; public Wi-Fi in Australia & New Zealand often requires a sign-in page.
- Save New Zealand Department of Conservation track information offline before hiking; weather and route updates matter beyond the trailhead.
- Keep your phone away from the water at Australian beaches, and read the surf safety signs before swimming.
How much does a Australia & New Zealand eSIM cost?
SimSwift Australia & New Zealand eSIMs start at $2.99 for 1 GB valid for 7 Days. Unlimited daily plans start at $2.49 a day.