Guinea-Bissau eSIM
Mobile data in Guinea-Bissau. 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 Guinea-Bissau eSIM plans and prices
| Data | Valid | Price | Per GB |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 GB | 7 Days | $7.49 | $7.49 |
| 3 GB | 15 Days | $18.99 | $6.33 |
| 3 GB | 30 Days | $19.99 | $6.66 |
| 5 GB | 30 Days | $29.99 | $6.00 |
| 10 GB | 30 Days | $58.99 | $5.90 |
| 20 GB | 30 Days | $110.99 | $5.55 |
| 1 GB a day | Unlimited daily | $6.49 / day | — |
| 2 GB a day | Unlimited daily | $13.99 / day | — |
| 10 GB a day | Unlimited daily | $46.99 / day | — |
Which Guinea-Bissau 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
$18.99 -
7 days
about 7 GB 10 GB · 30 Days
$58.99 -
14 days
about 14 GB 20 GB · 30 Days
$110.99 -
30 days
about 30 GB 20 GB · 30 Days
$110.99 -
Streaming and hotspot every day
Unlimited daily
from $6.49 / 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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Guinea-Bissau
Orange 4G
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Common Questions
Is an eSIM useful for exploring Bissau in Guinea-Bissau?
You walk out of Osvaldo Vieira International Airport with your route into Bissau already open in Google Maps, passing the SIM queue instead of joining it. You arrange a taxi at the terminal and show the driver your accommodation pin, avoiding a long explanation of an unfamiliar address. As you ride into town, you message your host on WhatsApp and pull up the entrance photo they send back.
After dropping your bag, you head towards Bissau Velho, following the streets on your map. A Portuguese menu catches your eye; you open Google Translate to work out what to order. Over lunch, you send a WhatsApp message to arrange a guided visit, exchange a meeting pin, and share a photo of the colourful colonial facades with someone back home.
What should I look for in a tourist eSIM for Guinea-Bissau?
Start with network reach along your route: Bissau and established visitor centres have a different connectivity profile from remote island trips. This eSIM connects to supported local networks, so match your itinerary to the coverage information on this page. Look for hotspot support if you share data with a companion; it works on most plans.
You can top up this plan with more data. Installation is one tap from the button in your order email, so you can prepare before flying. You have a 180-day activation window from purchase, and activation begins when the eSIM connects to a supported network at the destination. Data allowance and validity depend on your chosen package.
Where will my eSIM have coverage in Guinea-Bissau?
Your eSIM connects to local networks including Orange, with 3G/4G service. Coverage is strongest in Bissau and established urban visitor areas around Bafatá and Cacheu. It becomes patchier across the outer Bijagós Islands, remote mangrove waterways and forest tracks in Cantanhez National Park, where settlements and network infrastructure are more widely spaced.
| 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, upon connection to a supported network | After purchase and setup | On landing if your home plan includes roaming here |
| Paperwork / ID | No paperwork needed to buy the eSIM | ID may be asked for at the counter | Keep using your existing home account |
| Cost predictability | Pay once upfront for your chosen package | Buy on arrival at local rates | Included allowance 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 | Buy more data through local shops or provider services | Extra data depends on your home plan |
What digital travel preparations help when visiting Guinea-Bissau?
- Download offline maps before travelling to the Bijagós Islands, including your accommodation pins and boat departure points.
- Save Portuguese translations for food preferences and allergies before visiting markets and small restaurants.
- Bring a charged power bank for island excursions; electricity access away from larger hotels can be limited.
- Pack a Type C adapter for sockets commonly used in Guinea-Bissau.
- Carry cash for markets and boat transfers; do not rely on app payments.
- Ask permission before photographing people in villages, especially before sharing their pictures online.
How much does a Guinea-Bissau eSIM cost?
SimSwift Guinea-Bissau eSIMs start at $7.49 for 1 GB valid for 7 Days. Unlimited daily plans start at $6.49 a day.