South Sudan eSIM
Mobile data in South Sudan. 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. 1 Mbps after high-speed)
- 3G/4G · Instant activation · Hotspot sharing
- 24/7 Support · No Contracts
All South Sudan eSIM plans and prices
| Data | Valid | Price | Per GB |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 GB | 7 Days | $16.99 | $16.99 |
| 3 GB | 15 Days | $44.99 | $15.00 |
| 3 GB | 30 Days | $46.99 | $15.66 |
| 5 GB | 30 Days | $73.99 | $14.80 |
| 10 GB | 30 Days | $133.99 | $13.40 |
| 20 GB | 30 Days | $273.99 | $13.70 |
| 1 GB a day | Unlimited daily | $18.99 / day | — |
| 2 GB a day | Unlimited daily | $35.99 / day | — |
| 3 GB a day | Unlimited daily | $49.99 / day | — |
| 5 GB a day | Unlimited daily | $64.99 / day | — |
| 10 GB a day | Unlimited daily | $118.99 / day | — |
Which South Sudan 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
$44.99 -
7 days
about 7 GB 10 GB · 30 Days
$133.99 -
14 days
about 14 GB 20 GB · 30 Days
$273.99 -
30 days
about 30 GB 20 GB · 30 Days
$273.99 -
Streaming and hotspot every day
Unlimited daily
from $18.99 / 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.
South Sudan
Common Questions
Is an eSIM useful for getting around South Sudan?
You meet your driver outside Juba International Airport and open WhatsApp to confirm your hotel entrance, leaving the SIM counter queue behind. During the ride into Juba, you follow the route on Google Maps and send your host a quick update. Your driver points out the turn toward Konyo Konyo Market, and you save the location for a visit with your guide.
At the market, you browse bright fabrics and pause beside a stall selling vegetables. You use Google Translate to help with an Arabic sign, then message your guide about where to meet for lunch. Back at the restaurant, you photograph the dish you choose and send it home through WhatsApp. Before leaving the table, you pull up the hotel location again and show it to your driver.
What should tourists look for in a South Sudan eSIM?
For South Sudan, start with network reach along your actual route: urban stops such as Juba have stronger connectivity than remote excursions. This eSIM uses supported local networks, so consider your destinations before choosing from the plan picker. Look for hotspot support if you carry another device; sharing works on most plans.
You can add more data through top-ups with this plan. It also supports installation before you fly, with 180 days from purchase to activate. Data allowance and validity depend on the package you choose.
Where does the eSIM get coverage in South Sudan?
Your eSIM connects through local networks including MTN, with 3G/4G connectivity. Coverage is strongest in urban areas such as Juba, Wau and Malakal, where services and transport links concentrate. It becomes patchier across the Sudd wetlands, remote roads and the broad wilderness of Boma 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 roaming here |
| Paperwork / ID | No paperwork or ID needed to purchase | ID may be asked for at the counter | No new registration; use your existing home account |
| Cost predictability | Pay once upfront for your chosen package | Buy on arrival at local rates | Your home plan determines inclusions and charges |
| 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 phone essentials should I pack for South Sudan?
- Save offline maps of Juba and your planned routes; remote roads can have long gaps in connectivity.
- Download Arabic translation files before travelling in South Sudan, so basic translation remains available without data.
- Carry a power bank in South Sudan; electricity interruptions can disrupt charging even at accommodation.
- Bring a universal adapter covering Type C and Type D sockets used in South Sudan.
- Carry cash for markets in Juba; do not rely on app payments or card terminals.
- Ask permission before photographing people in South Sudan, and keep your camera away from military sites and checkpoints.
- During the rainy season, confirm road conditions with your host before relying on a mapped route outside Juba.
How much does a South Sudan eSIM cost?
SimSwift South Sudan eSIMs start at $16.99 for 1 GB valid for 7 Days. Unlimited daily plans start at $18.99 a day.