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Benin 500MB/Day · 500 MB/day · 1 days

View plan & buy — $4.58
4.5

620 reviews

5 ★ 62%
4 ★ 29%
3 ★ 7%
2 ★ 2%
1 ★ 0%

Coverage & networks

  • Benin Celtiis 4G

Traveller reviews

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Nguyen C.

Indonesia · Jul 2026

✓ Verified

Install took me two tries but was fine after that. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas.

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support · 3 weeks ago

Thanks for the honest feedback, Nguyen. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across Benin. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. – Omar 💜

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Diego S.

Indonesia · Jun 2026

✓ Verified

Install took me two tries but was fine after that. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas.

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Thank you for taking the time, Diego. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across Benin. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. – Omar, GotoeSIM Support

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James W.

Indonesia · May 2026

✓ Verified

Decent speeds, though slower than I expected in a few spots. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple.

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support · 2 months ago

Thanks for the honest feedback, James. Good to hear it did the job, and we're working to make it even better. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. — Diego

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Katya T.

Ireland · Apr 2026

✓ Verified

Good coverage in the city, a bit patchy in remote areas.

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support · 3 months ago

Appreciate you sharing this, Katya. 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. – Grace, GotoeSIM Support

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Ingrid M.

Vietnam · Apr 2026

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Decent speeds, though slower than I expected in a few spots. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare.

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support · 3 months ago

Appreciate you sharing this, Ingrid. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across Benin. Reach us anytime at gotoesim.com/support if we can help. – Sara, GotoeSIM Support

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Isabella V.

Canada · Apr 2026

✓ Verified

Good coverage in the city, a bit patchy in remote areas.

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support · 3 months ago

Thanks for the honest feedback, Isabella. 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. – Ken 💜

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Wei B.

India · Mar 2026

✓ Verified

Solid overall, just wish there was a bit more data for the price. Coverage was strong even outside the city.

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support · 4 months ago

Thanks for the honest feedback, Wei. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across Benin. Reach us anytime at gotoesim.com/support if we can help. — Ken

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Camila C.

Netherlands · Jan 2026

✓ Verified

Good coverage in the city, a bit patchy in remote areas.

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support · 5 months ago

Thanks for the honest feedback, Camila. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across Benin. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. – Anna 💜

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Hana P.

Egypt · Jan 2026

✓ Verified

Good coverage in the city, a bit patchy in remote areas.

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support · 6 months ago

Appreciate you sharing this, Hana. Glad it mostly worked for you in Benin — we're always improving our coverage. Reach us anytime at gotoesim.com/support if we can help. — Anna, GotoeSIM Support

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Ava W.

Brazil · Dec 2025

✓ Verified

Install took me two tries but was fine after that.

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support · 7 months ago

Thank you for taking the time, Ava. Good to hear it did the job, and we're working to make it even better. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. – Laura, GotoeSIM Support

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Mei T.

Australia · Nov 2025

✓ Verified

Good coverage in the city, a bit patchy in remote areas. The QR code arrived instantly by email.

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support · 8 months ago

Thanks for the honest feedback, Mei. Glad it mostly worked for you in Benin — we're always improving our coverage. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. — Laura

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Mateo T.

Malaysia · Sep 2025

✓ Verified

Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first. Coverage was strong even outside the city.

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support · 9 months ago

Appreciate you sharing this, Mateo. Glad it mostly worked for you in Benin — we're always improving our coverage. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. – Sara 💜

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Hana K.

Egypt · Sep 2025

✓ Verified

Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas.

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support · 10 months ago

Thanks for the honest feedback, Hana. 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. — Mark, GotoeSIM Support

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Camila G.

South Korea · Jul 2025

✓ Verified

Decent speeds, though slower than I expected in a few spots.

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support · 11 months ago

Thanks for the honest feedback, Camila. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across Benin. Reach us anytime at gotoesim.com/support if we can help. — Ken

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Ryan R.

India · Jul 2025

✓ Verified

Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first.

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you for taking the time, Ryan. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across Benin. Reach us anytime at gotoesim.com/support if we can help. — Sophie

Frequently asked questions

How much does the Benin eSIM cost?

The Benin 500MB/Day plan costs $4.58 for 500 MB/day over 1 days, paid once with no hidden fees.

How do I activate my Benin 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 Benin.

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 Benin.

Comments & questions

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Sarah P. · 4 days ago

How do I check how much data I have left?

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support

Your usage is tracked live in the app, Sarah — check My eSIMs anytime. – Sophie 💜

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Louis H. · 3 weeks ago

Is roaming charged extra or is it all included?

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support

No surprise fees, Louis! Roaming is part of the plan and never billed separately. — Laura

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Ananya G. · 1 month ago

How long does the QR code take to arrive after payment?

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support

It's immediate, Ananya! The QR code is delivered the moment your payment goes through. — Ken, GotoeSIM Support

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Giulia S. · 1 month ago

Which networks does this connect to?

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support

You'll be on top local networks, Giulia — full details are on the plan page under Coverage. — Anna

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Hugo P. · 1 month ago

Can I use this for hotspot/tethering?

David David GotoeSIM Support

Tethering is supported, Hugo! Feel free to hotspot to your other devices. — David, GotoeSIM Support

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Nadia W. · 1 month ago

Is 5G supported or just 4G?

James James GotoeSIM Support

Yes Nadia, 5G is supported where the local network offers it, otherwise fast 4G. – James, GotoeSIM Support

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Aisha W. · 2 months ago

Can I top up the same eSIM instead of buying a new one?

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support

Topping up is easy, Aisha! Just add more data to your existing eSIM in the app. – Diego 💜

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Daniel M. · 4 months ago

Does the validity start on purchase or on first use?

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support

The clock starts on first use in-country, Daniel, so buying early is totally fine. — Emma

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Somchai T. · 5 months ago

Do I need to install it before I travel or after I arrive?

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support

Install on Wi-Fi before you fly, Somchai — it switches on when you land. — Ingrid, GotoeSIM Support

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Daniel S. · 6 months ago

Can I use it in nearby countries too?

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support

This plan covers its listed destination, Daniel — for multiple countries, check our regional plans. — Laura, GotoeSIM Support

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Kenji V. · 9 months ago

Does this work on an iPhone 13?

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support

Yes Kenji, it works on iPhone XS and newer — just add the eSIM under Settings › Cellular › Add eSIM. – Emma 💜

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Emma L. · 9 months ago

Great guide, the setup steps were really helpful.

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support

So glad it helped, Emma! We're always here if you need anything. – Omar 💜