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eSIM for Nigeria

Data only|18 plans|3 partner networks|from $4.50

  • Fixed data and unlimited plans
  • 5G and 4G on Airtel, Glo and 1 more
  • No roaming charges
  • Starts when you land, not when you buy
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Start enjoying your eSIM for Nigeria

Bigger plans, lower price per GB

Trip duration

Select number of days

How many travelers?

Select one eSIM per device

Data

Total

$18.00 USD

Nigeria, 5GB, 30 days.$3.60 per GB, about $0.60 a day.

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Create a free account with one token, add credit and the QR code is ready right after.

The eSIM includes

Keep your number

Your home SIM stays active for calls and texts while the eSIM carries your data in Nigeria.

Hotspot sharing

Share the data with a laptop or a travel companion's phone on most partner networks.

Install your eSIM before or during your trip. Your plan begins once it first connects in Nigeria.

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Fast, reliable data in Nigeria

  • Clear video calls on WhatsApp and FaceTime.
  • Share stories and photos in seconds.
  • Find your way with live maps and transit.
  • Book rides and food where the apps operate.

Partner networks in Nigeria

Your eSIM joins Airtel, Glo, MTN, with 5G where the network has it and 4G LTE everywhere else. If one network is weak in an area, you can choose another one in the carrier settings.

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How to get an eSIM for Nigeria?

  1. 01.Choose your plan for Nigeria by data and days, and how many travelers need one.Check compatibility list
  2. 02.Install the eSIM with the QR code in My eSIMs, on WiFi, before you fly.See install methods
  3. 03.Complete the setup: turn the eSIM on at arrival and allow data roaming for it.

Nigeria travel eSIM: what to know

An eSIM for Nigeria is a prepaid, data only mobile plan that you download to your phone before the trip and that connects to Airtel, Glo, MTN when you arrive. eSIMTrip sells 18 plans for Nigeria, from $4.50 for 1GB, 3 days.

Traveling in Nigeria

Nigeria attracts business travellers, cultural enthusiasts, and adventurers. Visitors often explore Lagos, Abuja, and Calabar, with trips lasting from a few days to weeks. Mobile data is essential for navigation, ride-hailing apps like Bolt, and staying connected in bustling cities. Maps and translation apps are particularly useful in this diverse and vibrant country.

Coverage and signal

Mobile coverage in Nigeria is strongest in Lagos, Abuja, and other major cities but weaker in rural areas and national parks. Travellers should download offline maps before visiting places like Yankari National Park or the Niger Delta. The Airtel 5G, Glo 4G, and MTN 3G networks provide reliable service in urban areas, but expect limited connectivity in the countryside. Prepare for areas with no signal by downloading essential apps and maps in advance.

Choosing the right plan

For short trips to Nigeria, a 3-day plan with 1GB is sufficient for basic needs. Longer stays or heavy data users should consider 10GB plans lasting up to 30 days. Unlimited data is also available for those who need constant connectivity. Choose a plan based on your trip length and data usage, especially if you plan to explore rural areas where offline preparation is crucial.

Plans at a glance

Validity runs from 3 days to 30 days. The largest fixed plan is 10GB, 30 days for $29.40. Unlimited plans run for 3, 5, 7, 10, 15, 30 days with a daily full-speed amount of 3GB, then 1 Mbps until the day ends. Traveling on to other countries? Africa (36 countries), Global (161 countries) also cover Nigeria.

Product
Prepaid data only eSIM
Phone number and SMS
Not included; app calls work
Networks
Airtel (5G), Glo (4G), MTN (3G)
Plans
18 (12 fixed, 6 unlimited)
Lowest price
$4.50 for 1GB, 3 days
Validity starts
First connection at the destination
Install
QR code or manual codes
Top up
Yes, or add a second eSIM

Why buy a Nigeria prepaid travel eSIM from eSIMTrip?

Compared with roaming from home and a local SIM card bought on arrival.

eSIMTrip eSIMHome roamingLocal SIM
Unlimited and fixed dataYesNoYes
Price known before the tripYesNoNo
Online at the gateYesYesNo
Keeps your home numberYesYesNo
No contract or ID checkYesNoNo

Plans that also cover Nigeria

Crossing borders? One regional eSIM keeps you online in every country on the list.

eSIM prices for Nigeria

18 plans, prices in US dollars, final

DataDaysPrice
  • 1GB3 days3 days$4.50 USD
  • 3GB3 days3 days$10.50 USD
  • Unlimited3 days3 days$14.40 USD
  • Unlimited5 days5 days$18.90 USD
  • 1GB7 days7 days$4.50 USD
  • 3GB7 days7 days$11.40 USD
  • 5GB7 days7 days$17.40 USD
  • 10GB7 days7 days$28.20 USD
  • Unlimited7 days7 days$24.30 USD
  • Unlimited10 days10 days$28.20 USD
  • 2GB15 days15 days$8.10 USD
  • 5GB15 days15 days$17.70 USD
  • 10GB15 days15 days$29.40 USD
  • Unlimited15 days15 days$38.40 USD
  • 3GB30 days30 days$11.40 USD
  • 5GB30 days30 days$18.00 USD
  • 10GB30 days30 days$29.40 USD
  • Unlimited30 days30 days$59.40 USD

FAQs for your travel eSIM

Frequently asked questions

Which network does the Nigeria eSIM use?

It connects to Airtel, Glo, MTN in Nigeria, on 5G where your phone and the area support it and 4G LTE elsewhere.

How much is an eSIM for Nigeria?

Plans start at $4.50 for 1GB, 3 days. There are 18 plans from 3 days to 30 days, including unlimited plans for 3, 5, 7, 10, 15, 30 days. Prices are in US dollars and final.

Does the Nigeria eSIM include a phone number?

No, it is data only. Keep your home SIM on for calls and texts, and use apps such as WhatsApp or FaceTime over the eSIM data while you are in Nigeria.

When should I install my eSIM for Nigeria?

Install it on WiFi a day or two before you leave. The plan's days only start when the eSIM first connects in Nigeria, so nothing is lost by installing early.

Can I top up the Nigeria eSIM?

Yes, this eSIM can take another plan for Nigeria. You can also simply buy a second plan, which arrives as a new eSIM with its own QR code.

Can I use the eSIM for Nigeria in other countries?

It works in Nigeria only. If your trip continues to neighbouring countries, a regional plan covers Nigeria and the others on one eSIM.

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