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Botswana eSIM — reviews & details

Botswana 2GB/Day · 2 GB/day · 1 days

View plan & buy — $14.40
4.5

620 reviews

5 ★ 62%
4 ★ 29%
3 ★ 7%
2 ★ 3%
1 ★ 0%

Coverage & networks

  • Botswana Orange 4G

Traveller reviews

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Ryan H.

United Kingdom · Jun 2026

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Great value compared to roaming charges. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare.

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

So glad to hear this, Ryan! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Enjoy your journeys! — Ken, GotoeSIM Support

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Hugo C.

Poland · May 2026

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Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly in Botswana. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas.

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Thanks a lot, Hugo! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Mark, GotoeSIM Support

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Ingrid N.

Turkey · May 2026

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Did the job without any drama. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues.

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support · 2 months ago

Thank you so much, Ingrid! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. We're here whenever you travel again. – Ingrid, GotoeSIM Support

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Giulia R.

Poland · May 2026

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First time using an eSIM and it was painless in Botswana. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Great experience overall.

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support · 2 months ago

Thanks for sharing, Giulia! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Botswana. – Sophie 💜

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Budi F.

Sweden · May 2026

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Did the job without any drama. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data. Telling my friends about this.

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support · 2 months ago

Really appreciate this, Budi! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Botswana. Enjoy your journeys! — Diego, GotoeSIM Support

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Mateo P.

Sweden · May 2026

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First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Customer support answered my question quickly. Highly recommend for any traveller.

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support · 2 months ago

So glad to hear this, Mateo! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. We're here whenever you travel again. — Ingrid, GotoeSIM Support

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Wei G.

Indonesia · May 2026

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Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data.

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support · 2 months ago

Really appreciate this, Wei! So happy the Botswana eSIM kept you connected. — Laura

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Liam M.

Saudi Arabia · May 2026

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Great value compared to roaming charges in Botswana. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data.

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support · 2 months ago

Thank you for the kind words, Liam! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Botswana. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Anna

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Ananya L.

Sweden · May 2026

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Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more.

James James GotoeSIM Support · 2 months ago

Thank you for the kind words, Ananya! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Botswana. — James

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Diego P.

Brazil · Apr 2026

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

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support · 3 months ago

Thank you so much, Diego! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – Priya 💜

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Sophia B.

Portugal · Apr 2026

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No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple.

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support · 3 months ago

So glad to hear this, Sophia! So happy the Botswana eSIM kept you connected. We're here whenever you travel again. — Tom

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Sofia G.

Brazil · Apr 2026

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Did the job without any drama. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data.

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support · 3 months ago

Thanks a lot, Sofia! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Botswana. We're here whenever you travel again. — Sara, GotoeSIM Support

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Ji-woo S.

India · Apr 2026

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Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare.

David David GotoeSIM Support · 3 months ago

Cheers, Ji-woo! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Botswana. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – David 💜

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Emma C.

France · Apr 2026

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Great value compared to roaming charges. Customer support answered my question quickly. Zero regrets.

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support · 3 months ago

Cheers, Emma! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Botswana. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Laura, GotoeSIM Support

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Daniel D.

Turkey · Mar 2026

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No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Great experience overall.

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support · 3 months ago

Thank you for the kind words, Daniel! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Sara, GotoeSIM Support

Frequently asked questions

How much does the Botswana eSIM cost?

The Botswana 2GB/Day plan costs $14.40 for 2 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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Mohammed T. · 1 week ago

Which networks does this connect to?

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support

You'll be on top local networks, Mohammed — full details are on the plan page under Coverage. – Tom 💜

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Omar H. · 1 week ago

Is roaming charged extra or is it all included?

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support

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

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Lucia W. · 1 week ago

Does the validity start on purchase or on first use?

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support

The clock starts on first use in-country, Lucia, so buying early is totally fine. – Priya 💜

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Kenji C. · 2 weeks ago

Can I use this for hotspot/tethering?

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support

Tethering is supported, Kenji! Feel free to hotspot to your other devices. – Ingrid, GotoeSIM Support

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Emma G. · 1 month ago

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

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support

We recommend installing before you travel, Emma, then it activates automatically on arrival. – Diego 💜

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Marco K. · 1 month ago

Does this work on an iPhone 13?

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support

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

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Diego R. · 3 months ago

How do I check how much data I have left?

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support

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

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Ji-woo R. · 4 months ago

Can I use it in nearby countries too?

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support

For nearby countries, Ji-woo, a regional plan may suit you better — happy to help you pick. – Omar 💜

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Marco W. · 5 months ago

Will this keep my WhatsApp active with my home number?

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support

Yes Marco, WhatsApp keeps working with your home number — the eSIM only carries data. – Mark 💜

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Ravi B. · 6 months ago

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

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support

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

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Yuki K. · 7 months ago

Thanks, installed with no problems on my Samsung.

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support

It works great on modern Samsung phones, Yuki! Add it via SIM manager and you're set. – Sara 💜

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Ava H. · 1 year ago

Great guide, the setup steps were really helpful.

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support

Thanks Ava, that means a lot! Reach out anytime. — Omar, GotoeSIM Support