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Botswana eSIM — reviews & details

Botswana 1GB/Day · 1 GB/day · 1 days

View plan & buy — $6.48
4.5

620 reviews

5 ★ 65%
4 ★ 27%
3 ★ 5%
2 ★ 3%
1 ★ 1%

Coverage & networks

  • Botswana Orange 4G

Traveller reviews

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Ananya K.

United States · Sep 2024

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Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas.

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks a lot, Ananya! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Come back anytime! — Anna

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Andre V.

Canada · Sep 2024

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Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process in Botswana. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering.

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks for sharing, Andre! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Grace 💜

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Nguyen B.

Italy · Aug 2024

✓ Verified

No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Telling my friends about this.

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you so much, Nguyen! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Enjoy your journeys! – Sara, GotoeSIM Support

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Mohammed V.

Germany · Aug 2024

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

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Really appreciate this, Mohammed! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. — Laura

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Katya V.

India · Aug 2024

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Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more.

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

So glad to hear this, Katya! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Botswana. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Diego 💜

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Chloe S.

United States · Aug 2024

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Super easy to set up before I flew out. The QR code arrived instantly by email. Would definitely buy again.

David David GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

So glad to hear this, Chloe! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. We're here whenever you travel again. – David 💜

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Linh D.

New Zealand · Aug 2024

✓ Verified

First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Activation was automatic when I arrived. Five stars from me.

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Cheers, Linh! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Come back anytime! – Tom, GotoeSIM Support

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Haruto K.

Italy · Aug 2024

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Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks a lot, Haruto! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Botswana. — Diego, GotoeSIM Support

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Chloe C.

United States · Aug 2024

✓ Verified

Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. Activation was automatic when I arrived. Telling my friends about this.

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you for the kind words, Chloe! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Botswana. Enjoy your journeys! – Ken, GotoeSIM Support

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Ingrid H.

Netherlands · Aug 2024

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

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Apologies for the trouble, Ingrid. This isn't the standard we aim for. Reach our team at gotoesim.com/support so we can help right away. – Priya, GotoeSIM Support

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Ethan P.

Malaysia · Aug 2024

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

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Apologies for the trouble, Ethan. That's not the experience we want for Botswana. Reach our team at gotoesim.com/support so we can help right away. – Priya 💜

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Louis R.

Egypt · Aug 2024

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Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Coverage was strong even outside the city. Great experience overall.

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks a lot, Louis! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Botswana. Enjoy your journeys! – Mark, GotoeSIM Support

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Liam V.

Egypt · Aug 2024

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Exactly what I needed for travelling. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas.

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks a lot, Liam! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – Tom 💜

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Max B.

Vietnam · Aug 2024

✓ Verified

Super easy to set up before I flew out. Customer support answered my question quickly. Highly recommend for any traveller.

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you so much, Max! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. — Tom

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Diego R.

Singapore · Aug 2024

✓ Verified

First time using an eSIM and it was painless in Botswana. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data. A must-have for international travel.

David David GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks a lot, Diego! So happy the Botswana eSIM kept you connected. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — David, GotoeSIM Support

Frequently asked questions

How much does the Botswana eSIM cost?

The Botswana 1GB/Day plan costs $6.48 for 1 GB/day over 1 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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Mei S. · 2 weeks ago

How do I check how much data I have left?

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support

Your usage is tracked live in the app, Mei — check My eSIMs anytime. — Mark, GotoeSIM Support

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Marco S. · 1 month ago

Does this work on an iPhone 13?

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support

Yes Marco, it works on iPhone XS and newer — just add the eSIM under Settings › Cellular › Add eSIM. — Priya, GotoeSIM Support

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Hana F. · 3 months ago

Thanks, installed with no problems on my Samsung.

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support

Yes Hana, recent Samsung Galaxy models support eSIM — add it under Settings › Connections › SIM manager. — Diego

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Kenji C. · 4 months ago

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

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support

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

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Max C. · 5 months ago

Can I use it in nearby countries too?

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support

For nearby countries, Max, a regional plan may suit you better — happy to help you pick. – Priya 💜

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Sofia H. · 6 months ago

Is roaming charged extra or is it all included?

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support

Roaming is included in the plan, Sofia — no extra charges, it's all prepaid. — Grace, GotoeSIM Support

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Noah G. · 6 months ago

Great guide, the setup steps were really helpful.

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support

Thanks Noah, that means a lot! Reach out anytime. — Diego, GotoeSIM Support

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Lucas G. · 8 months ago

Is 5G supported or just 4G?

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support

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

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Diego H. · 8 months ago

Does the validity start on purchase or on first use?

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support

Validity usually starts when you first connect in your destination, Diego — not at purchase. – Omar, GotoeSIM Support

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Omar F. · 9 months ago

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

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support

We recommend installing before you travel, Omar, then it activates automatically on arrival. — Omar, GotoeSIM Support

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Ava T. · 10 months ago

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

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support

Yes Ava, you can top up the same eSIM anytime — no need to buy a new one. — Laura

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Nadia H. · 10 months ago

Which networks does this connect to?

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support

It connects to trusted local partner networks, Nadia, on 4G/5G where available. — Ingrid