Australia eSIM — reviews & details
Australia 500MB/Day · 500 MB/day · 1 days
620 reviews
Coverage & networks
- Australia Optus 5G Vodafone 5G Telstra 5G
Traveller reviews
Olivia B.
Indonesia · May 2026
Great value compared to roaming charges. The QR code arrived instantly by email. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.
Sophie
GotoeSIM Support
· 2 months ago So glad to hear this, Olivia! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Come back anytime! – Sophie, GotoeSIM Support
Anna R.
New Zealand · May 2026
Exactly what I needed for travelling. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare.
Ken
GotoeSIM Support
· 2 months ago Thank you for the kind words, Anna! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Australia. – Ken 💜
Hana B.
Switzerland · May 2026
Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Exactly as described — no surprises.
Laura
GotoeSIM Support
· 2 months ago Really appreciate this, Hana! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – Laura, GotoeSIM Support
Katya M.
Netherlands · May 2026
First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple. Telling my friends about this.
James
GotoeSIM Support
· 2 months ago Cheers, Katya! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – James, GotoeSIM Support
Hana D.
Germany · May 2026
Great value compared to roaming charges in Australia. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Would definitely buy again.
Emma
GotoeSIM Support
· 2 months ago Really appreciate this, Hana! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Australia. We're here whenever you travel again. — Emma, GotoeSIM Support
Lucas L.
Saudi Arabia · May 2026
Exactly what I needed for travelling. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. Telling my friends about this.
Tom
GotoeSIM Support
· 2 months ago Thanks for sharing, Lucas! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. We're here whenever you travel again. — Tom, GotoeSIM Support
Sri S.
Brazil · May 2026
Connected the moment I landed. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Made staying connected effortless.
Yuki
GotoeSIM Support
· 2 months ago Cheers, Sri! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Australia. We're here whenever you travel again. — Yuki
Olivia W.
Italy · May 2026
Saved me a fortune on my holiday. The QR code arrived instantly by email. Made staying connected effortless.
Grace
GotoeSIM Support
· 2 months ago Thank you for the kind words, Olivia! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – Grace 💜
Carlos W.
South Korea · May 2026
First time using an eSIM and it was painless in Australia. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas.
Mark
GotoeSIM Support
· 2 months ago Really appreciate this, Carlos! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Australia. Come back anytime! – Mark, GotoeSIM Support
Hugo K.
Indonesia · May 2026
Good coverage in the city, a bit patchy in remote areas.
Ingrid
GotoeSIM Support
· 2 months ago Thank you for taking the time, Hugo. Good to hear it did the job, and we're working to make it even better. Reach us anytime at gotoesim.com/support if we can help. — Ingrid
Sri S.
Saudi Arabia · May 2026
Great value compared to roaming charges. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more. Made staying connected effortless.
Ken
GotoeSIM Support
· 2 months ago Thank you so much, Sri! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. — Ken
Thomas W.
New Zealand · May 2026
First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Zero regrets.
Ken
GotoeSIM Support
· 2 months ago Really appreciate this, Thomas! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Australia. Come back anytime! — Ken
Emma C.
Sweden · May 2026
Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code in Australia. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data. Telling my friends about this.
Ingrid
GotoeSIM Support
· 2 months ago Thank you so much, Emma! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. — Ingrid
Noah W.
Italy · May 2026
First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Activation was automatic when I arrived. Telling my friends about this.
Priya
GotoeSIM Support
· 2 months ago Cheers, Noah! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Priya
Hugo H.
Australia · May 2026
Did the job without any drama. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more.
Laura
GotoeSIM Support
· 2 months ago Thank you for the kind words, Hugo! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Enjoy your journeys! – Laura, GotoeSIM Support
Frequently asked questions
How much does the Australia eSIM cost?
The Australia 500MB/Day plan costs $0.75 for 500 MB/day over 1 days, paid once with no hidden fees.
How do I activate my Australia eSIM?
Scan the QR code in your phone settings (Cellular/Mobile → Add eSIM) or tap Install in the GotoeSIM app. Install on Wi-Fi before your trip; it activates when you arrive in Australia.
Will this eSIM work on my phone?
It works on any eSIM-compatible, carrier-unlocked phone — iPhone XS and newer, Google Pixel 3 and newer, and recent Samsung Galaxy models.
Can I keep my regular number?
Yes. The eSIM runs alongside your normal SIM, so you keep your number for calls and texts while using data in Australia.
Comments & questions
Diego P. · 1 month ago
Can I top up the same eSIM instead of buying a new one?
Yes Diego, you can top up the same eSIM anytime — no need to buy a new one. — Ken, GotoeSIM Support
Mateo W. · 2 months ago
Can I use it in nearby countries too?
For nearby countries, Mateo, a regional plan may suit you better — happy to help you pick. – Ken 💜
Katya R. · 4 months ago
Thanks, installed with no problems on my Samsung.
It works great on modern Samsung phones, Katya! Add it via SIM manager and you're set. — Emma
Carlos R. · 4 months ago
Can I use this for hotspot/tethering?
Yes Carlos, hotspot/tethering works fine — share your data to a laptop or tablet anytime. — Omar
Linh P. · 4 months ago
How do I check how much data I have left?
You can check remaining data anytime in the GotoeSIM app under My eSIMs, Linh. — Ingrid, GotoeSIM Support
Aisha F. · 5 months ago
Great guide, the setup steps were really helpful.
Thanks Aisha, that means a lot! Reach out anytime. – David 💜
Katya G. · 5 months ago
Does the validity start on purchase or on first use?
Validity usually starts when you first connect in your destination, Katya — not at purchase. – James 💜
Nadia D. · 5 months ago
Which networks does this connect to?
You'll be on top local networks, Nadia — full details are on the plan page under Coverage. — Anna
Noah R. · 5 months ago
Is 5G supported or just 4G?
Yes Noah, 5G is supported where the local network offers it, otherwise fast 4G. – Laura, GotoeSIM Support
Viktor N. · 6 months ago
Do I need to install it before I travel or after I arrive?
Install on Wi-Fi before you fly, Viktor — it switches on when you land. — Mark
Marco R. · 9 months ago
Will this keep my WhatsApp active with my home number?
Your number stays active for WhatsApp, Marco! The eSIM just handles data. — Sophie
Louis F. · 1 year ago
Is roaming charged extra or is it all included?
Roaming is included in the plan, Louis — no extra charges, it's all prepaid. – Grace, GotoeSIM Support