Ghana eSIM
Mobile data in Ghana. 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 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. 512 Kbps after high-speed)
- 3G/4G · Instant activation · Hotspot sharing
- 24/7 Support · No Contracts
All Ghana eSIM plans and prices
| Data | Valid | Price | Per GB |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 GB | 7 Days | $2.49 | $2.49 |
| 3 GB | 15 Days | $5.49 | $1.83 |
| 3 GB | 30 Days | $5.99 | $2.00 |
| 5 GB | 30 Days | $8.99 | $1.80 |
| 10 GB | 30 Days | $15.99 | $1.60 |
| 20 GB | 30 Days | $29.99 | $1.50 |
| 1 GB a day | Unlimited daily | $2.99 / day | — |
| 2 GB a day | Unlimited daily | $5.99 / day | — |
| 3 GB a day | Unlimited daily | $8.99 / day | — |
| 10 GB a day | Unlimited daily | $14.99 / day | — |
Which Ghana 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
$5.49 -
7 days
about 7 GB 10 GB · 30 Days
$15.99 -
14 days
about 14 GB 20 GB · 30 Days
$29.99 -
30 days
about 30 GB 20 GB · 30 Days
$29.99 -
Streaming and hotspot every day
Unlimited daily
from $2.99 / 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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Ghana
Vodafone 5G
Need more coverage?
Common Questions
Do I need an eSIM for getting around Ghana?
You walk into the arrivals hall at Kotoka International Airport and open Uber to arrange your ride into Accra. With your eSIM providing data, you head towards the pickup area instead of joining a queue for a local SIM. You message your host on WhatsApp, confirm the entrance to your accommodation and watch the route towards Osu on Google Maps as the streets fill with roadside stalls and busy junctions.
On Oxford Street, you follow the map to a restaurant tucked away from the main road. You use Google Translate to look up an unfamiliar dish on the menu, then send your host a quick WhatsApp message asking what to order alongside it. After eating, you book a guided visit through your browser and send a photo of your lunch to friends back home.
What should tourists look for in a Ghana eSIM?
For Ghana, look for access to local networks serving Accra, Kumasi and the Cape Coast tourist corridor, plus hotspot support for sharing data with a companion. This data-only eSIM uses supported local networks, and hotspot works on most plans. You can top up with more data when you need it.
Choose an eSIM you can prepare before flying, with enough flexibility if your departure changes. This plan supports installation before travel and gives you 180 days from purchase to activate. The data allowance and validity depend on the package you choose.
Where does an eSIM get coverage in Ghana?
Your eSIM connects to supported local networks including Vodafone, with 3G/4G connectivity. Coverage is strongest in cities and main tourist areas such as Accra, Kumasi, Cape Coast and Takoradi. It becomes patchier along remote rural roads, in the forested interior of Kakum National Park and across the more isolated stretches of Mole National Park.
| 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 Ghana roaming |
| Paperwork / ID | No registration paperwork | ID may be requested at the counter | Use your existing home account without new paperwork |
| Cost predictability | Pay once upfront for your chosen package | Buy on arrival at local rates | 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 | Add data anytime with a top-up | Buy additional data through local shops or provider services | Extra data depends on your home plan |
What should I prepare for travelling around Ghana?
- Download offline maps for your route through Ghana before heading onto rural roads.
- Pack a Type G travel adapter for Ghana and a power bank for outings away from charging points.
- Carry cash for market stalls in Ghana; ask restaurants about card acceptance before ordering.
- Ask your accommodation in Ghana whether Wi-Fi reaches your room before relying on it for large uploads.
- Keep your phone in a waterproof pouch during boat outings on Lake Volta.
- Ask permission before photographing people at Kejetia Market, and put your phone away if someone declines.
How much does a Ghana eSIM cost?
SimSwift Ghana eSIMs start at $2.49 for 1 GB valid for 7 Days. Unlimited daily plans start at $2.99 a day.