eSIM for South Africa
Get an eSIM for South Africa and enjoy reliable and affordable internet access on your trip.
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30 days
US$31.99
eSIM for South Africa
All plans have a 180-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 Africaâs 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 youâve purchased it, a QR code will be sent to your email for you to scan and install your eSIM. Whether youâre 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 youâve turned on your Saily eSIM in the deviceâs settings and enabled roaming).
Delivery time: Instant. If youâve purchased your eSIM data plan through the website, you will instantly get a QR code via email for easy setup. If youâve purchased a plan through the app, youâll instantly see it on your profile.
Plan duration: Either 5, 7, 10, 15, 20, 25, or 30 days.
Data plans: From 1 GB to Unlimited GB.
SMS: Yes, SMS are available with a Saily phone number and text message plan for South Africa.
Calls: Yes, Saily offers an eSIM with a phone number, so calls are available with a minutes plan for South Africa. Keep in mind that call minutes cover both incoming and outgoing calls. If you only need a data plan, you can call through apps (VoIP), such as WhatsApp, FaceTime, and Facebook Messenger.
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 youâre running low â 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 â 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 data plan for your trip
Select your destination and buy your travel eSIM data plan. Then, download the Saily app.
2
Set up your eSIM and enable data roaming
Set up the eSIM from your device by following instructions in the app and enable data roaming for your Saily plan.
3
Enjoy your data
Get ready for takeoff â 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
Sailyâs 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 |  |  | | |  | |
| Phone number (SMS and calls) | | | | | | |
| 24/7 live chat support | | | | | | |
Refunds | | | | | | |
| Security features | | | | | | |
| Virtual locations | 115+ | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Blocks malicious URLs | | | | | | |
| Data saver (ad blocker) | | | | | | |
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*This data was taken from competitorsâ official English-language sites on June 8, 2026, and the West Coast Labs product comparison report. For additional info, contact [email protected].
** SailyÂź 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. Thatâs 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 Iâm ready (it takes literally just a couple of minutes, Iâve 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 youâre traveling â itâs a must!
Thereâs so much you canât do abroad without a proper internet connection. Saily takes care of everything. Itâs simple to buy and easy to install. I love it.
Awesome â 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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Saily is an affordable, easy-to-use, and sustainable eSIM service that gives reliable mobile and internet connections from anywhere in the world. Thatâs 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 Iâm ready (it takes literally just a couple of minutes, Iâve 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 youâre traveling â itâs a must!
Thereâs so much you canât do abroad without a proper internet connection. Saily takes care of everything. Itâs simple to buy and easy to install. I love it.
Awesome â 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 Iâm ready (it takes literally just a couple of minutes, Iâve 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 youâre traveling â itâs 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. Thatâs why we recommend Saily as our eSIM partner.
Thereâs so much you canât do abroad without a proper internet connection. Saily takes care of everything. Itâs simple to buy and easy to install. I love it.
Awesome â 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.
Download the Saily eSIM app
You can get Saily from the Google Play store and the App Store or by scanning the QR code.
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Frequently asked questions about eSIMs for South Africa
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Start by purchasing your data plan through the Saily app or our website â you can choose between a 1 GB, 3 GB, 5 GB, 10 GB, or 20 GB plan.
- 2.
Next, we recommend installing your eSIM before you leave for South Africa. If youâve purchased your plan through the app, follow the on-screen instructions to install your eSIM. If youâve purchased it through the website, youâll have a QR code sent to your email for you to scan so you can install your eSIM. Make sure youâre connected to a stable Wi-Fi network during installation.
- 3.
Make sure your eSIM is turned on in your settings and that youâve enabled your data roaming (specifically for your South Africa plan, not your regular data plan).
- 4.
Once you arrive in South Africa, your plan will automatically activate.
- 5.
Start browsing and enjoy your trip!
- 1.
Check if your mobile device is eSIM compatible.
- 2.
Ensure youâve scanned your QR code only once â the Saily QR code for your eSIM can only be scanned once and cannot be scanned on multiple devices.
- 3.Make sure your eSIM is turned on.
For iPhone: Go to âSettings,â then âMobile service.â Here youâll see a list of your SIMs â tap on your eSIM and make sure you toggle the switch beside âTurn on this line.â
For Android: Go to âSettings,â then âConnections.â In the âConnectionsâ menu, select âSIM manager.â Find your eSIM and toggle the switch to âOn.â
- 4.Check if roaming is enabled.
For iPhone: Go to âSettings,â then âMobile service.â Tap on your eSIM and toggle the switch beside âData roamingâ to âOnâ.
For Android: Go to âSettings,â then âConnections.â Select âMobile networksâ and toggle the switch beside âData roamingâ to âOnâ.
- 5.
Make sure you have a stable internet connection while installing your eSIM.
Refer a friend, get free Saily credits!
Invite your friends to use the Saily eSIM app and get US$5.00 in Saily credits for every successful referral.