Vanuatu eSIM
Mobile data in Vanuatu. 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 Vanuatu 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 | $5.49 / day | — |
| 2 GB a day | Unlimited daily | $9.99 / day | — |
| 3 GB a day | Unlimited daily | $13.99 / day | — |
| 5 GB a day | Unlimited daily | $17.99 / day | — |
| 10 GB a day | Unlimited daily | $31.99 / day | — |
Which Vanuatu 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 $5.49 / 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.
Vanuatu
Common Questions
Is an eSIM useful for exploring Port Vila in Vanuatu?
You walk out of Bauerfield International Airport and head for a taxi instead of joining a SIM counter queue. With your eSIM already connected, you open Google Maps and show the driver your accommodation in Port Vila. As you ride towards town, you follow the route and message your host on WhatsApp about where to meet. Your bags go down, and the market becomes your next stop.
At Port Vila Market, you browse piles of tropical fruit and use Google Translate to look up an unfamiliar ingredient on a handwritten menu. You find a place to eat, then pull up directions to the waterfront for a stroll beside the harbour. A boat excursion catches your eye; you open the operator’s booking page and reserve a place. Before you put your phone away, you send a waterfront photo home through WhatsApp.
What should I look for in an eSIM for island travel in Vanuatu?
Choose an eSIM with local network access around Port Vila and Luganville, plus coverage suited to your island route. This plan connects to supported networks in Vanuatu; service is strongest around populated areas, with less consistent reception on remote island routes. Hotspot works on most plans, useful for sharing a connection with a travel companion.
You can add more data with a top-up instead of replacing the eSIM. Installation before you fly is supported, and you have 180 days from purchase to activate. 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 Vanuatu?
Your eSIM connects to local networks including Digicel, with 3G/4G service. Coverage is strongest around Port Vila on Efate and Luganville on Espiritu Santo, where settlements and main tourist areas concentrate. Reception becomes patchier in the mountainous interior of Espiritu Santo, across remote parts of Tanna and on less populated outer islands.
| 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 connecting to a supported network | After purchasing and setting up the SIM | On landing if your home plan includes roaming there |
| Paperwork / ID | No paperwork needed | ID may be requested at the counter | Use your existing home account |
| Cost predictability | Pay once upfront for your chosen package | Buy on arrival at local rates | Depends on what your home plan includes |
| 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 | Purchase additional data through local shops or provider services | Extra data depends on your home plan |
What phone and internet tips help when travelling around Vanuatu?
- Save offline maps of Efate and Espiritu Santo before exploring roads away from the main towns.
- Download Google Translate’s French language pack before visiting Vanuatu; Bislama signs may still need a local explanation.
- Carry a Type I plug adapter and a power bank for excursions beyond your accommodation.
- Carry cash for village markets and small transport operators; card acceptance is more common at larger hotels and restaurants.
- Ask permission before photographing people or entering village land, even when following a route on your phone.
- Save tour confirmations and inter-island flight details on your device; accommodation Wi-Fi can be slow or intermittent.
- Follow Vanuatu Meteorology and Geo-Hazards Department advisories online before boat excursions or visits to Mount Yasur.
How much does a Vanuatu eSIM cost?
SimSwift Vanuatu eSIMs start at $4.99 for 1 GB valid for 7 Days. Unlimited daily plans start at $5.49 a day.