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Botswana eSIM — reviews & details

Botswana 1GB 7Days · 1 GB · 7 days

View plan & buy — $7.20
4.5

620 reviews

5 ★ 65%
4 ★ 24%
3 ★ 9%
2 ★ 1%
1 ★ 1%

Coverage & networks

  • Botswana Orange 4G

Traveller reviews

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Omar P.

Japan · Nov 2025

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Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Customer support answered my question quickly. Five stars from me.

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support · 8 months ago

Thank you so much, Omar! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Botswana. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Sophie

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Diego M.

Indonesia · Nov 2025

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Connected the moment I landed in Botswana. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple. Great experience overall.

David David GotoeSIM Support · 8 months ago

Thank you so much, Diego! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – David 💜

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Mateo S.

Sweden · Nov 2025

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Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly in Botswana. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Made staying connected effortless.

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support · 8 months ago

Thank you for the kind words, Mateo! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. — Sophie, GotoeSIM Support

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Katya P.

Japan · Nov 2025

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First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Customer support answered my question quickly. Made staying connected effortless.

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support · 8 months ago

Cheers, Katya! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Botswana. We're here whenever you travel again. – Diego, GotoeSIM Support

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Ingrid D.

Portugal · Nov 2025

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Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more.

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support · 8 months ago

Really appreciate this, Ingrid! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. — Omar

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Aisha C.

Turkey · Nov 2025

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First time using an eSIM and it was painless. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data. Would definitely buy again.

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support · 8 months ago

Thanks a lot, Aisha! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Botswana. – Sophie 💜

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Lea V.

Brazil · Nov 2025

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Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport in Botswana. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. A must-have for international travel.

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support · 8 months ago

Thank you for the kind words, Lea! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Ken, GotoeSIM Support

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Mateo B.

Netherlands · Nov 2025

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First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing.

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support · 8 months ago

Thanks a lot, Mateo! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – Anna, GotoeSIM Support

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Viktor K.

Saudi Arabia · Nov 2025

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No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Coverage was strong even outside the city. Zero regrets.

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support · 8 months ago

Cheers, Viktor! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Botswana. Come back anytime! — Diego, GotoeSIM Support

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Ingrid G.

Turkey · Nov 2025

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Great value compared to roaming charges. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas.

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support · 8 months ago

Thank you so much, Ingrid! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Diego

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Yuki V.

France · Nov 2025

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Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple.

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support · 8 months ago

So glad to hear this, Yuki! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Enjoy your journeys! — Priya, GotoeSIM Support

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Mateo V.

Switzerland · Nov 2025

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Great value compared to roaming charges. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues.

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support · 8 months ago

So glad to hear this, Mateo! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Sara, GotoeSIM Support

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Isabella S.

Spain · Nov 2025

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Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. The QR code arrived instantly by email. Would definitely buy again.

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support · 8 months ago

So glad to hear this, Isabella! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. – Sophie, GotoeSIM Support

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Mohammed B.

Brazil · Nov 2025

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First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Customer support answered my question quickly.

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support · 8 months ago

Thanks a lot, Mohammed! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. We're here whenever you travel again. – Priya 💜

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Min-jun N.

United States · Oct 2025

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Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare.

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support · 8 months ago

Really appreciate this, Min-jun! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Ken

Frequently asked questions

How much does the Botswana eSIM cost?

The Botswana 1GB 7Days plan costs $7.20 for 1 GB over 7 days, paid once with no hidden fees.

How do I activate my Botswana 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 Botswana.

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 Botswana.

Comments & questions

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Linh F. · 2 weeks ago

Does this work on an iPhone 13?

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support

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

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Ananya W. · 3 weeks ago

Will this keep my WhatsApp active with my home number?

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support

Yes Ananya, WhatsApp keeps working with your home number — the eSIM only carries data. — Diego

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Nguyen K. · 1 month ago

Is roaming charged extra or is it all included?

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support

No surprise fees, Nguyen! Roaming is part of the plan and never billed separately. – Emma 💜

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Anna W. · 3 months ago

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

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support

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

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Somchai C. · 6 months ago

Great guide, the setup steps were really helpful.

David David GotoeSIM Support

Thanks Somchai, that means a lot! Reach out anytime. — David, GotoeSIM Support

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Ethan M. · 6 months ago

Thanks, installed with no problems on my Samsung.

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support

Yes Ethan, recent Samsung Galaxy models support eSIM — add it under Settings › Connections › SIM manager. — Laura, GotoeSIM Support

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Zoe R. · 6 months ago

Which networks does this connect to?

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support

You'll be on top local networks, Zoe — full details are on the plan page under Coverage. – Ingrid, GotoeSIM Support

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Aisha H. · 6 months ago

Is 5G supported or just 4G?

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support

5G is available where covered, Aisha — you'll always get the best speed on offer. — Omar, GotoeSIM Support

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Ananya M. · 8 months ago

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

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support

Your QR code arrives instantly, Ananya — within seconds of payment, by email and in your account. – Sophie 💜

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Lea C. · 9 months ago

How do I check how much data I have left?

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support

You can check remaining data anytime in the GotoeSIM app under My eSIMs, Lea. — Laura, GotoeSIM Support

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Sri P. · 10 months ago

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

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support

Topping up is easy, Sri! Just add more data to your existing eSIM in the app. — Ken

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Ravi D. · 1 year ago

Can I use this for hotspot/tethering?

James James GotoeSIM Support

Tethering is supported, Ravi! Feel free to hotspot to your other devices. – James 💜