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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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Daniel B.

South Korea · Jan 2025

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

David David GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you so much, Daniel! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Botswana. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – David, GotoeSIM Support

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Camila F.

Saudi Arabia · Jan 2025

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Great value compared to roaming charges. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Would definitely buy again.

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

So glad to hear this, Camila! So happy the Botswana eSIM kept you connected. — Sophie, GotoeSIM Support

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Max G.

Turkey · Jan 2025

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Super easy to set up before I flew out. Customer support answered my question quickly. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

So glad to hear this, Max! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Botswana. – Laura, GotoeSIM Support

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Ingrid W.

United States · Jan 2025

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Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing.

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks a lot, Ingrid! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. — Mark, GotoeSIM Support

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Olivia V.

Germany · Jan 2025

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Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Activation was automatic when I arrived.

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

So glad to hear this, Olivia! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Botswana. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Omar, GotoeSIM Support

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Wei V.

Netherlands · Jan 2025

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No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Would definitely buy again.

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Really appreciate this, Wei! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Yuki, GotoeSIM Support

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Mei B.

Brazil · Jan 2025

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First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks for sharing, Mei! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Botswana. We're here whenever you travel again. — Ken

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Mohammed F.

Turkey · Jan 2025

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Super easy to set up before I flew out. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. Made staying connected effortless.

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

So glad to hear this, Mohammed! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. – Grace 💜

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Sophia G.

Italy · Dec 2024

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Exactly what I needed for travelling. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data. Telling my friends about this.

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

So glad to hear this, Sophia! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Botswana. — Omar

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Andre C.

Germany · Dec 2024

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Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing.

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks a lot, Andre! So happy the Botswana eSIM kept you connected. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Laura 💜

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Ravi D.

Mexico · Dec 2024

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

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you so much, Ravi! So happy the Botswana eSIM kept you connected. Come back anytime! — Ingrid, GotoeSIM Support

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Giulia L.

Egypt · Dec 2024

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Super easy to set up before I flew out. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare.

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Really appreciate this, Giulia! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Botswana. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Grace, GotoeSIM Support

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Sophia S.

Poland · Dec 2024

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Super easy to set up before I flew out. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Highly recommend for any traveller.

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Really appreciate this, Sophia! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. We're here whenever you travel again. – Sara 💜

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Ethan G.

Ireland · Dec 2024

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Exactly what I needed for travelling. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple. Exactly as described — no surprises.

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

So glad to hear this, Ethan! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. — Ingrid, GotoeSIM Support

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Yuki V.

Egypt · Dec 2024

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Super easy to set up before I flew out. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Would definitely buy again.

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you for the kind words, Yuki! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. – Yuki, 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