eSIM for South Africa
Get an eSIM for South Africa and enjoy reliable and affordable internet access on your trip.
Choose the best eSIM deal for South Africa
30 days
US$36.99
eSIM for South Africa
30 days
US$36.99
All plans have a 30-day activation period. If you get a plan today and don't activate it until , it will be activated automatically.
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Affordable data plans, starting from US$3.99.
Reliable connection from South Africa’s best networks.
Works with all eSIM-compatible smartphones.
Ditch the sky-high roaming fees and stay connected with a prepaid eSIM plan for South Africa! Just choose a data plan that works for you, and once you’ve purchased it, a QR code will be sent to your email for you to scan and install your eSIM. Whether you’re venturing on a safari or closing business deals, you can enjoy speedy internet access with a South Africa eSIM plan.
Device compatibility: Works with all eSIM-compatible devices.
Plan activation: Automatic, when you arrive in South Africa (as long as you’ve turned on your Saily eSIM in the device’s settings and enabled roaming).
Delivery time: Instant. If you’ve purchased your eSIM data plan through the website, you will instantly get a QR code via email for easy setup. If you’ve purchased a plan through the app, you’ll instantly see it on your profile.
Plan duration: Depends on your plan — either 7 or 30 days.
Data plans: From 1 GB to 20 GB.
SMS/Calls: Currently, Saily offers data-only eSIMs, which means calling and messaging are only available through VoIP apps like WhatsApp, Viber, and Signal.
Speed: 3G/4G/LTE/5G, depending on local mobile network providers.
Hotspot sharing: Unlimited! Share as much of your data plan as you want with friends and family via a hotspot.
Coverage: Stay connected in major cities across South Africa, including Cape Town, Johannesburg, Durban, and Pretoria. Please note that network coverage quality will depend on local providers.
Network: Stable and reliable connectivity from the best local network providers in South Africa.
Top-ups: Easily top up with more data in the app when you’re running low — your new data plan will automatically activate once your first plan completely runs out. Choose the auto top-up option for an even more seamless internet connection.
Security: Enjoy safer browsing with three built-in security features — virtual location, ad blocker (proven to reduce your data usage by up to 28.6%), and web protection against malicious sites and trackers.
Global and regional plans: Eager for more travel, beyond South Africa? Explore other countries in the continent with an eSIM for Africa, or hop across continents with a Global eSIM!
How to get an eSIM for South Africa
1
Choose a Saily data plan for your trip
Select how much data you need, buy the plan, and wait for the confirmation email with a QR code.
2
Download Saily and set up your eSIM
Download the Saily app, scan the QR code from our email, and follow the instructions on the screen.
3
Enjoy your data
Get ready for takeoff — your data plan will activate automatically when you arrive at your destination!
South Africa
Remaining data
3 / 3 GB
Expires in
29 days, 7 hours
Why you should get the Saily eSIM app for South Africa
Saily’s eSIM data plans include many benefits:
Get an eSIM for South Africa with regional plans
Visiting countries other than South Africa? You may want to get an eSIM that works in multiple countries, including South Africa.
Saily vs. other eSIM services
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One eSIM for supported destinations |  |  | | |  | |
| 24/7 live chat support | | | | | | |
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| Virtual locations | 115+ | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Blocks malicious URLs | | | | | | |
| Data saver (ad blocker) | | | | | | |
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*This data was taken from competitors’ official English-language sites on August 22, 2025, and the West Coast Labs product comparison report. For additional info, contact [email protected].
** Saily® is unaffiliated with the goods or services to which it is being compared.
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Why travelers choose the Saily eSIM app
Saily is an affordable, easy-to-use, and sustainable eSIM service that gives reliable mobile and internet connections from anywhere in the world. That’s why we recommend Saily as our eSIM partner.
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I can set it up at home right now, activate it when I’m ready (it takes literally just a couple of minutes, I’ve tried it myself), and boom! I have internet on my phone when traveling, as it should be… So I recommend checking out Saily next time you’re traveling — it’s a must!
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Awesome — used Saily across 3 countries already (UK, Netherlands and Belgium). Took me like 1min to buy esim and activate it. My internet was way better than my friends' who remained connected to their local providers and used roaming plans instead.
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Saily is an affordable, easy-to-use, and sustainable eSIM service that gives reliable mobile and internet connections from anywhere in the world. That’s why we recommend Saily as our eSIM partner.
Easy, cheap and fast. Easy step to step setup and troubleshooting, super fast speed (around 100 mbps). Cheap, great coverage and helpful chat/assistance. Keep up the good work.
5
I can set it up at home right now, activate it when I’m ready (it takes literally just a couple of minutes, I’ve tried it myself), and boom! I have internet on my phone when traveling, as it should be… So I recommend checking out Saily next time you’re traveling — it’s a must!
There’s so much you can’t do abroad without a proper internet connection. Saily takes care of everything. It’s simple to buy and easy to install. I love it.
Awesome — used Saily across 3 countries already (UK, Netherlands and Belgium). Took me like 1min to buy esim and activate it. My internet was way better than my friends' who remained connected to their local providers and used roaming plans instead.
5
With comprehensive coverage and affordable prices, Saily is the best eSIM for Europe. Activating Saily is straightforward. Download the app, choose your plan, and surf the internet. You can contact the Saily customer support team via live chat or email if you encounter any issues.
As a product backed by the reputable NordVPN brand, Saily benefits from the company's focus on security and privacy. Users praise its easy installation process, affordable pricing, and reliable coverage across the world.
Easy, cheap and fast. Easy step to step setup and troubleshooting, super fast speed (around 100 mbps). Cheap, great coverage and helpful chat/assistance. Keep up the good work.
5
I can set it up at home right now, activate it when I’m ready (it takes literally just a couple of minutes, I’ve tried it myself), and boom! I have internet on my phone when traveling, as it should be… So I recommend checking out Saily next time you’re traveling — it’s a must!
Saily is an affordable, easy-to-use, and sustainable eSIM service that gives reliable mobile and internet connections from anywhere in the world. That’s why we recommend Saily as our eSIM partner.
There’s so much you can’t do abroad without a proper internet connection. Saily takes care of everything. It’s simple to buy and easy to install. I love it.
Awesome — used Saily across 3 countries already (UK, Netherlands and Belgium). Took me like 1min to buy esim and activate it. My internet was way better than my friends' who remained connected to their local providers and used roaming plans instead.
5
With comprehensive coverage and affordable prices, Saily is the best eSIM for Europe. Activating Saily is straightforward. Download the app, choose your plan, and surf the internet. You can contact the Saily customer support team via live chat or email if you encounter any issues.
As a product backed by the reputable NordVPN brand, Saily benefits from the company's focus on security and privacy. Users praise its easy installation process, affordable pricing, and reliable coverage across the world.
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You can get Saily from the Google Play store and the App Store or by scanning the QR code.
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