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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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Min-jun S.

Japan · Jul 2026

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

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support · 2 weeks ago

Apologies for the trouble, Min-jun. That's not the experience we want for Botswana. Please contact us at gotoesim.com/support and we'll sort it out. – Emma, GotoeSIM Support

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Grace G.

Poland · Jun 2026

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Decent speeds, though slower than I expected in a few spots. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues.

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

We're really sorry, Grace. We'd love the chance to make this right. Please contact us at gotoesim.com/support and we'll sort it out. — Yuki

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Sri N.

United Kingdom · Apr 2026

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

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support · 3 months ago

Apologies for the trouble, Sri. That's not the experience we want for Botswana. Please contact us at gotoesim.com/support and we'll sort it out. – Diego 💜

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Mei T.

Portugal · Mar 2026

✓ Verified

Good coverage in the city, a bit patchy in remote areas. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing.

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support · 3 months ago

So sorry to hear this, Mei. This isn't the standard we aim for. Please contact us at gotoesim.com/support and we'll sort it out. — Diego, GotoeSIM Support

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Zoe V.

South Korea · Jan 2026

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Solid overall, just wish there was a bit more data for the price.

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support · 6 months ago

So sorry to hear this, Zoe. We'd love the chance to make this right. Reach our team at gotoesim.com/support so we can help right away. – Priya 💜

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Andre B.

United Kingdom · Nov 2025

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Solid overall, just wish there was a bit more data for the price. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data.

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support · 8 months ago

We're really sorry, Andre. This isn't the standard we aim for. Please contact us at gotoesim.com/support and we'll sort it out. – Diego 💜

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Katya R.

Canada · May 2025

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

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Apologies for the trouble, Katya. This isn't the standard we aim for. Reach our team at gotoesim.com/support so we can help right away. — Grace

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Pablo C.

Sweden · Apr 2025

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

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

We're really sorry, Pablo. That's not the experience we want for Botswana. Please contact us at gotoesim.com/support and we'll sort it out. – Omar, GotoeSIM Support

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Thomas S.

Australia · Apr 2025

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Install took me two tries but was fine after that. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering.

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

We're really sorry, Thomas. This isn't the standard we aim for. Please contact us at gotoesim.com/support and we'll sort it out. – Grace 💜

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Diego R.

Turkey · Mar 2025

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Solid overall, just wish there was a bit more data for the price. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues.

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

So sorry to hear this, Diego. We'd love the chance to make this right. Please contact us at gotoesim.com/support and we'll sort it out. – Omar 💜

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Hugo H.

Philippines · Mar 2025

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

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

So sorry to hear this, Hugo. This isn't the standard we aim for. Reach our team at gotoesim.com/support so we can help right away. – Yuki, GotoeSIM Support

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Fatima T.

Malaysia · Mar 2025

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

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Apologies for the trouble, Fatima. That's not the experience we want for Botswana. Reach our team at gotoesim.com/support so we can help right away. — Sophie

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Anna T.

Indonesia · Jan 2025

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

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Apologies for the trouble, Anna. That's not the experience we want for Botswana. Please contact us at gotoesim.com/support and we'll sort it out. – Laura 💜

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Elena V.

United States · Sep 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, Elena. That's not the experience we want for Botswana. Please contact us at gotoesim.com/support and we'll sort it out. — Priya

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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

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