Samoa eSIM
Mobile data in Samoa. 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 Samoa eSIM plans and prices
| Data | Valid | Price | Per GB |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 GB | 7 Days | $4.99 | $4.99 |
| 3 GB | 15 Days | $11.99 | $4.00 |
| 3 GB | 30 Days | $12.99 | $4.33 |
| 5 GB | 30 Days | $19.99 | $4.00 |
| 10 GB | 30 Days | $34.99 | $3.50 |
| 20 GB | 30 Days | $71.99 | $3.60 |
| 1 GB a day | Unlimited daily | $4.49 / day | — |
| 2 GB a day | Unlimited daily | $7.99 / day | — |
| 3 GB a day | Unlimited daily | $13.99 / day | — |
| 5 GB a day | Unlimited daily | $16.99 / day | — |
| 10 GB a day | Unlimited daily | $31.99 / day | — |
Which Samoa 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
$11.99 -
7 days
about 7 GB 10 GB · 30 Days
$34.99 -
14 days
about 14 GB 20 GB · 30 Days
$71.99 -
30 days
about 30 GB 20 GB · 30 Days
$71.99 -
Streaming and hotspot every day
Unlimited daily
from $4.49 / 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.
Samoa
Common Questions
Is an eSIM useful for getting into Apia and exploring Samoa?
You leave Faleolo International Airport with your bags and open Google Maps while the local SIM queue gathers behind you. Your taxi heads towards Apia, and you follow the coastal route on screen, spotting village names and checking where your accommodation sits near the waterfront. You send your host a message on Messenger, a familiar choice in Samoa, then save the market location before putting your phone away to watch the sea between the palms.
In Apia, you walk into Fugalei Market and browse the piles of tropical fruit before looking for lunch. Google Translate helps you look up an unfamiliar word on a menu, and Google Maps leads you back towards the waterfront afterwards. You find a boat excursion online, send an enquiry through its booking page, and share a photo of your lunch with family on Messenger.
What should tourists look for in an eSIM for Samoa?
For Samoa, look for access to local networks around Apia and the main visitor routes on Upolu and Savai'i, plus hotspot support and a way to add more data. This eSIM connects to supported local networks, supports hotspot on most plans, and can be topped up with more data.
You can install it before you fly, with a 180-day activation window from purchase. Activation starts when it connects to a supported network in Samoa. The data allowance and validity depend on the package you choose, so use the plan picker to compare those details.
Where does an eSIM get coverage across Samoa?
Your eSIM connects to local networks including Digicel, with 3G/4G service in supported areas of Samoa. Coverage is strongest around Apia and the main settled coastal and tourist areas on Upolu and Savai'i. It becomes patchier in the mountainous interior, along remote coastal stretches, and through the forested terrain of O Le Pupu-Pu'e 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 buying and setting up the SIM | On landing, if your home plan includes roaming there |
| Paperwork / ID | No paperwork or ID needed | ID may be requested at the counter | No additional paperwork through your existing home account |
| Cost predictability | Pay once upfront for your chosen package | Buy on arrival at local rates | Depends on your home plan; roaming may already be included |
| 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 tips help when exploring Samoa?
- Save offline maps of Upolu and Savai'i before exploring inland roads, where reception becomes patchier.
- Carry a Type I plug adapter for Samoa, and keep a power bank handy for navigation away from your accommodation.
- Carry cash beyond Apia; ask about card acceptance before ordering food or arranging an activity.
- Ask your accommodation where its Wi-Fi reaches before relying on it for large uploads.
- Ask permission before photographing village life, and put your phone away during the evening sa prayer observance.
- Save beach access instructions and ask permission before entering village-owned coastal areas.
How much does a Samoa eSIM cost?
SimSwift Samoa eSIMs start at $4.99 for 1 GB valid for 7 Days. Unlimited daily plans start at $4.49 a day.