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
Kenji B.
Philippines · Aug 2024
Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Zero regrets.
Ingrid
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Really appreciate this, Kenji! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Enjoy your journeys! – Ingrid 💜
Haruto G.
Indonesia · Aug 2024
Did the job without any drama. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more. Exactly as described — no surprises.
Omar
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks for sharing, Haruto! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Omar 💜
Mohammed B.
UAE · Aug 2024
Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Highly recommend for any traveller.
Sara
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Cheers, Mohammed! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Australia. Come back anytime! — Sara
Hana G.
Australia · Aug 2024
Did the job without any drama. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple.
James
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thank you so much, Hana! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – James, GotoeSIM Support
Viktor H.
Brazil · Aug 2024
Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport in Australia. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.
Diego
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Cheers, Viktor! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Diego, GotoeSIM Support
Liam D.
India · Aug 2024
Saved me a fortune on my holiday in Australia. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple. Zero regrets.
Ingrid
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Cheers, Liam! So happy the Australia eSIM kept you connected. – Ingrid 💜
Mei N.
United Kingdom · Aug 2024
Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Customer support answered my question quickly.
Ken
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago So glad to hear this, Mei! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – Ken 💜
Min-jun C.
Egypt · Aug 2024
Decent speeds, though slower than I expected in a few spots.
Emma
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Appreciate you sharing this, Min-jun. Glad it mostly worked for you in Australia — we're always improving our coverage. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. – Emma, GotoeSIM Support
Somchai D.
Italy · Aug 2024
First time using an eSIM and it was painless. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data. Exactly as described — no surprises.
Tom
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thank you for the kind words, Somchai! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Tom, GotoeSIM Support
James F.
Sweden · Aug 2024
No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival in Australia. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Exactly as described — no surprises.
Ingrid
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thank you for the kind words, James! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Australia. — Ingrid
Sarah R.
United Kingdom · Aug 2024
No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more. Five stars from me.
David
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Cheers, Sarah! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. – David, GotoeSIM Support
Pablo V.
Ireland · Aug 2024
First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more. Zero regrets.
Diego
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago So glad to hear this, Pablo! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. We're here whenever you travel again. – Diego, GotoeSIM Support
Marco L.
Mexico · Aug 2024
Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. A must-have for international travel.
Grace
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Really appreciate this, Marco! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. – Grace, GotoeSIM Support
Aisha T.
UAE · Aug 2024
Did the job without any drama in Australia. Customer support answered my question quickly. Highly recommend for any traveller.
Ken
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks for sharing, Aisha! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Ken
Mateo K.
Mexico · Aug 2024
Great value compared to roaming charges. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple.
David
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thank you so much, Mateo! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. — David, 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