eSIM for Zimbabwe
from$6.90USD
Data only|9 plans|1 partner network|from $6.90
- Fixed data plans from 1GB
- 4G LTE on Econet
- No roaming charges
- Starts when you land, not when you buy
- Econet4G
Start enjoying your eSIM for Zimbabwe
Bigger plans, lower price per GB
Trip duration
Select number of days
How many travelers?
Select one eSIM per device
Total
$27.60 USD
Zimbabwe, 5GB, 30 days.$5.52 per GB, about $0.92 a day.
Get my eSIMCreate 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 Zimbabwe.
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 Zimbabwe.
Fast, reliable data in Zimbabwe
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 Zimbabwe
Your eSIM joins Econet on 4G LTE. If one network is weak in an area, you can choose another one in the carrier settings.
How to get an eSIM for Zimbabwe?
- 01.Choose your plan for Zimbabwe by data and days, and how many travelers need one.Check compatibility list
- 02.Install the eSIM with the QR code in My eSIMs, on WiFi, before you fly.See install methods
- 03.Complete the setup: turn the eSIM on at arrival and allow data roaming for it.
Zimbabwe travel eSIM: what to know
An eSIM for Zimbabwe is a prepaid, data only mobile plan that you download to your phone before the trip and that connects to Econet when you arrive. eSIMTrip sells 9 plans for Zimbabwe, from $6.90 for 1GB, 3 days.
Traveling in Zimbabwe
Visitors to Zimbabwe often explore Victoria Falls, Hwange National Park, and Harare on trips lasting 1-2 weeks. Mobile data is crucial for booking safari tours, using maps in cities, and checking lodge availability in remote areas. Ride-hailing apps like Vaya operate in Harare and Bulawayo.
Coverage and signal
Coverage is reliable in Harare, Bulawayo, and along major highways to Victoria Falls. Signal weakens in national parks like Mana Pools and Gonarezhou. Download offline maps before visiting Matobo Hills. Econet's 4G network works well in cities but may drop to 3G in rural zones.
Choosing the right plan
A 7-day plan with 3GB suits a week-long safari circuit. Longer trips combining cities and parks may need 5GB over 15 days. Heavy users uploading photos or videos should consider 5GB for 30 days. No unlimited option exists, so conserve data when outside urban areas.
Plans at a glance
Validity runs from 3 days to 30 days. The largest fixed plan is 5GB, 30 days for $27.60. There is no unlimited plan here, so pick a data size with some margin; you can always add a second eSIM.
- Product
- Prepaid data only eSIM
- Phone number and SMS
- Not included; app calls work
- Networks
- Econet (4G)
- Plans
- 9 (9 fixed, 0 unlimited)
- Lowest price
- $6.90 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 Zimbabwe prepaid travel eSIM from eSIMTrip?
Compared with roaming from home and a local SIM card bought on arrival.
| eSIMTrip eSIM | Home roaming | Local SIM | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unlimited and fixed data | Yes | No | Yes |
| Price known before the trip | Yes | No | No |
| Online at the gate | Yes | Yes | No |
| Keeps your home number | Yes | Yes | No |
| No contract or ID check | Yes | No | No |
eSIM prices for Zimbabwe
9 plans, prices in US dollars, final
- 1GB3 days3 days$6.90 USD
- 3GB3 days3 days$16.80 USD
- 1GB7 days7 days$6.90 USD
- 3GB7 days7 days$17.70 USD
- 5GB7 days7 days$26.40 USD
- 2GB15 days15 days$16.80 USD
- 5GB15 days15 days$27.00 USD
- 3GB30 days30 days$27.60 USD
- 5GB30 days30 days$27.60 USD
FAQs for your travel eSIM
Frequently asked questions
Which network does the Zimbabwe eSIM use?
It connects to Econet in Zimbabwe on 4G LTE.
How much is an eSIM for Zimbabwe?
Plans start at $6.90 for 1GB, 3 days. There are 9 plans from 3 days to 30 days. Prices are in US dollars and final.
Does the Zimbabwe 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 Zimbabwe.
When should I install my eSIM for Zimbabwe?
Install it on WiFi a day or two before you leave. The plan's days only start when the eSIM first connects in Zimbabwe, so nothing is lost by installing early.
Can I top up the Zimbabwe eSIM?
Yes, this eSIM can take another plan for Zimbabwe. 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 Zimbabwe in other countries?
It works in Zimbabwe only.
When should I install my eSIM?
Install it one or two days before you leave, on a stable WiFi connection. On arrival you only switch the eSIM line on and turn on data roaming for it. Installing early does not start the validity period.
Where do I find the QR code?
Right after the purchase the eSIM appears in My eSIMs with its QR code, the SM-DP+ address and the activation code. If you only have one phone, copy the address and code and enter them by hand in the phone's eSIM settings.
Can I reinstall an eSIM I deleted?
Usually not. Most eSIM profiles can be downloaded once, so a deleted eSIM cannot be added again with the same QR code. Switch the line off instead of deleting it until your trip is over.
What do I do if I run out of data?
Buy another plan for the same destination and install it as a new eSIM; it takes about two minutes on hotel WiFi. Your phone can store several eSIMs and you choose which one carries data.
Which plan should I choose for several countries?
If all the countries are in one region, a regional plan such as Europe (41 countries) or Asia keeps you online across borders with one eSIM. If your trip crosses continents, the global plan covers 161 countries with a single eSIM.
Why can't I connect after landing?
Check that the eSIM line is on, that it is selected for mobile data and that data roaming is on for it. Then switch airplane mode on and off. If it still does not connect, pick the partner network shown on the destination page manually in the carrier settings.
Can I buy eSIMs for my family?
Yes. Choose a quantity from 1 to 100 at checkout. Every eSIM gets its own QR code, so each person installs one on their own phone.
How do I pay?
You pay for eSIMs from your account credit. Add credit from $30 with USDT (TRC20, BEP20, ERC20, Solana), USDC, BTC, ETH, BNB, SOL or LTC in the secure PayGate checkout that opens on the site. TRON USDT usually confirms in about a minute.
How do I create an account?
Press Get started. Your browser creates an account token that starts with ESM. Copy it or save it as a .txt file, tick the box and the account opens. The token is your login and your password at once, so keep it somewhere safe; there is no email or password to reset.
How do refunds work?
An eSIM that was never installed (within 30 days of purchase) or that never connected at the destination is refunded to your account credit. Credit stays in your account for your next eSIM; it is not paid out to a wallet.
Are the prices final?
Yes. Prices are in US dollars and include everything; what you see on the plan is what is taken from your credit. Network fees for your crypto top-up are shown in the checkout before you pay.
How are prices set?
We compare every plan with the public price of a leading travel eSIM seller for the same data and days, and sell it 40% lower. The comparison was last read on 4 November 2026.
Is my payment information stored?
No card data is involved. We keep your credit balance, your top-up records with the blockchain transaction id, and the eSIMs you bought. Your IP address is not stored in plain form.
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