Australia eSIM — reviews & details
Australia 5GB/Day · 5 GB/day · 1 days
620 reviews
Coverage & networks
- Australia Optus 5G Telstra 5G
Traveller reviews
Linh C.
Portugal · May 2026
Did the job without any drama. Coverage was strong even outside the city. Would definitely buy again.
Grace
GotoeSIM Support
· 2 months ago So glad to hear this, Linh! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – Grace, GotoeSIM Support
Diego G.
Switzerland · May 2026
Did the job without any drama. Customer support answered my question quickly. Exactly as described — no surprises.
Ken
GotoeSIM Support
· 2 months ago Thank you so much, Diego! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. – Ken 💜
Arjun C.
Egypt · May 2026
Super easy to set up before I flew out. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues.
Priya
GotoeSIM Support
· 2 months ago Thank you for the kind words, Arjun! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. — Priya, GotoeSIM Support
Wei G.
France · May 2026
Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas.
Sophie
GotoeSIM Support
· 2 months ago Thanks for sharing, Wei! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Australia. – Sophie 💜
Haruto V.
Japan · May 2026
Did the job without any drama. Activation was automatic when I arrived.
Laura
GotoeSIM Support
· 2 months ago Thanks a lot, Haruto! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. – Laura, GotoeSIM Support
Sven P.
United Kingdom · Apr 2026
Saved me a fortune on my holiday in Australia. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more. Great experience overall.
Ingrid
GotoeSIM Support
· 2 months ago Cheers, Sven! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. — Ingrid, GotoeSIM Support
Sarah B.
Switzerland · Apr 2026
Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first.
Laura
GotoeSIM Support
· 2 months ago Thanks for the honest feedback, Sarah. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across Australia. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. – Laura 💜
Yuki V.
Switzerland · Apr 2026
Connected the moment I landed in Australia. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data. Highly recommend for any traveller.
Omar
GotoeSIM Support
· 2 months ago Thank you for the kind words, Yuki! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. – Omar, GotoeSIM Support
Viktor D.
United Kingdom · Apr 2026
First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. Great experience overall.
Sara
GotoeSIM Support
· 2 months ago Thanks for sharing, Viktor! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. — Sara, GotoeSIM Support
Haruto B.
Turkey · Apr 2026
Decent speeds, though slower than I expected in a few spots.
Emma
GotoeSIM Support
· 2 months ago Apologies for the trouble, Haruto. We'd love the chance to make this right. Reach our team at gotoesim.com/support so we can help right away. – Emma 💜
Nadia B.
South Korea · Apr 2026
Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Activation was automatic when I arrived. Made staying connected effortless.
Ken
GotoeSIM Support
· 3 months ago Cheers, Nadia! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Australia. Enjoy your journeys! — Ken
Lucia C.
Portugal · Apr 2026
Connected the moment I landed in Australia. Coverage was strong even outside the city. Telling my friends about this.
David
GotoeSIM Support
· 3 months ago Really appreciate this, Lucia! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Australia. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — David, GotoeSIM Support
Lucia C.
Germany · Apr 2026
Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data.
Diego
GotoeSIM Support
· 3 months ago Really appreciate this, Lucia! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. — Diego, GotoeSIM Support
Ravi D.
Mexico · Apr 2026
Good coverage in the city, a bit patchy in remote areas. The QR code arrived instantly by email.
Sara
GotoeSIM Support
· 3 months ago Apologies for the trouble, Ravi. We'd love the chance to make this right. Reach our team at gotoesim.com/support so we can help right away. — Sara
Lucia S.
Saudi Arabia · Apr 2026
Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Exactly as described — no surprises.
Tom
GotoeSIM Support
· 3 months ago Thank you so much, Lucia! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Australia. — Tom, GotoeSIM Support
Frequently asked questions
How much does the Australia eSIM cost?
The Australia 5GB/Day plan costs $4.38 for 5 GB/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
Marco M. · 1 week ago
Great guide, the setup steps were really helpful.
Thanks Marco, that means a lot! Reach out anytime. — Tom, GotoeSIM Support
Ava N. · 3 months ago
Is roaming charged extra or is it all included?
No surprise fees, Ava! Roaming is part of the plan and never billed separately. — Omar
Ingrid B. · 3 months ago
Which networks does this connect to?
It connects to trusted local partner networks, Ingrid, on 4G/5G where available. — Priya, GotoeSIM Support
Yuki D. · 5 months ago
Can I top up the same eSIM instead of buying a new one?
Yes Yuki, you can top up the same eSIM anytime — no need to buy a new one. – Yuki 💜
Hana P. · 6 months ago
Will this keep my WhatsApp active with my home number?
Yes Hana, WhatsApp keeps working with your home number — the eSIM only carries data. — Anna
Katya H. · 7 months ago
Thanks, installed with no problems on my Samsung.
Yes Katya, recent Samsung Galaxy models support eSIM — add it under Settings › Connections › SIM manager. – Sara, GotoeSIM Support
Daniel B. · 8 months ago
How long does the QR code take to arrive after payment?
It's immediate, Daniel! The QR code is delivered the moment your payment goes through. – Diego, GotoeSIM Support
Nguyen V. · 10 months ago
Does the validity start on purchase or on first use?
Validity usually starts when you first connect in your destination, Nguyen — not at purchase. — Emma, GotoeSIM Support
Sven N. · 10 months ago
Does this work on an iPhone 13?
Absolutely, Sven! Any iPhone XS or newer supports it. Scan the QR in Settings › Cellular. – Mark, GotoeSIM Support
Emma S. · 10 months ago
Is 5G supported or just 4G?
5G is available where covered, Emma — you'll always get the best speed on offer. — Ken, GotoeSIM Support
Lea H. · 11 months ago
Can I use it in nearby countries too?
This plan covers its listed destination, Lea — for multiple countries, check our regional plans. – Laura 💜
Wei D. · 11 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, Wei. – David 💜