Ethiopia eSIM — reviews & details
Ethiopia 10GB 30Days · 10 GB · 30 days
620 reviews
Coverage & networks
- Ethiopia Safaricom 5G
Traveller reviews
Lucia P.
Malaysia · Jul 2026
First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple. Highly recommend for any traveller.
Sophie
GotoeSIM Support
· 4 days ago Cheers, Lucia! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Ethiopia. Enjoy your journeys! — Sophie, GotoeSIM Support
Ji-woo P.
United Kingdom · Jul 2026
No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues.
Mark
GotoeSIM Support
· 5 days ago Cheers, Ji-woo! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Mark
Marco K.
Indonesia · Jul 2026
Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code in Ethiopia. Coverage was strong even outside the city. Great experience overall.
Sara
GotoeSIM Support
· 5 days ago So glad to hear this, Marco! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Ethiopia. We're here whenever you travel again. — Sara
Aisha T.
Japan · Jul 2026
Great value compared to roaming charges. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more. Made staying connected effortless.
Tom
GotoeSIM Support
· 5 days ago Thanks for sharing, Aisha! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Ethiopia. We're here whenever you travel again. — Tom
Ingrid B.
Italy · Jul 2026
Connected the moment I landed. The QR code arrived instantly by email. Great experience overall.
Ingrid
GotoeSIM Support
· 6 days ago Thanks a lot, Ingrid! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Ethiopia. — Ingrid, GotoeSIM Support
James D.
Singapore · Jul 2026
Did the job without any drama. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Made staying connected effortless.
Mark
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 week ago Cheers, James! So happy the Ethiopia eSIM kept you connected. We're here whenever you travel again. – Mark, GotoeSIM Support
Anna B.
Sweden · Jul 2026
Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare.
Anna
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 week ago Really appreciate this, Anna! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. – Anna, GotoeSIM Support
Ravi L.
Australia · Jul 2026
No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Coverage was strong even outside the city. Would definitely buy again.
Ken
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 week ago Really appreciate this, Ravi! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. We're here whenever you travel again. – Ken 💜
Haruto W.
Malaysia · Jul 2026
Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport in Ethiopia. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Telling my friends about this.
Sara
GotoeSIM Support
· 2 weeks ago Thank you so much, Haruto! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Ethiopia. — Sara
Priya B.
Mexico · Jul 2026
Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Customer support answered my question quickly.
Laura
GotoeSIM Support
· 2 weeks ago Thanks a lot, Priya! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. We're here whenever you travel again. — Laura, GotoeSIM Support
Louis H.
Mexico · Jul 2026
No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Great experience overall.
Tom
GotoeSIM Support
· 2 weeks ago Thank you for the kind words, Louis! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Tom 💜
Olivia C.
South Korea · Jul 2026
Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Coverage was strong even outside the city. Highly recommend for any traveller.
Ken
GotoeSIM Support
· 2 weeks ago Cheers, Olivia! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Ethiopia. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Ken, GotoeSIM Support
Min-jun N.
Indonesia · Jul 2026
Great value compared to roaming charges. Customer support answered my question quickly. Great experience overall.
Omar
GotoeSIM Support
· 2 weeks ago Cheers, Min-jun! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. We're here whenever you travel again. — Omar, GotoeSIM Support
Nadia S.
Switzerland · Jul 2026
Install took me two tries but was fine after that. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering.
Emma
GotoeSIM Support
· 2 weeks ago Thanks for the honest feedback, Nadia. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across Ethiopia. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. — Emma
Daniel W.
Germany · Jul 2026
No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Activation was automatic when I arrived. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.
James
GotoeSIM Support
· 3 weeks ago So glad to hear this, Daniel! So happy the Ethiopia eSIM kept you connected. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – James, GotoeSIM Support
Frequently asked questions
How much does the Ethiopia eSIM cost?
The Ethiopia 10GB 30Days plan costs $44.90 for 10 GB over 30 days, paid once with no hidden fees.
How do I activate my Ethiopia 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 Ethiopia.
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 Ethiopia.
Comments & questions
Beatriz N. · 1 month ago
Can I use it in nearby countries too?
For nearby countries, Beatriz, a regional plan may suit you better — happy to help you pick. – James, GotoeSIM Support
Katya M. · 1 month ago
Is roaming charged extra or is it all included?
Roaming is included in the plan, Katya — no extra charges, it's all prepaid. — Yuki, GotoeSIM Support
Ji-woo C. · 1 month ago
Can I top up the same eSIM instead of buying a new one?
Topping up is easy, Ji-woo! Just add more data to your existing eSIM in the app. — Laura, GotoeSIM Support
Mei V. · 2 months ago
Will this keep my WhatsApp active with my home number?
Your number stays active for WhatsApp, Mei! The eSIM just handles data. — Anna
Priya N. · 3 months ago
Great guide, the setup steps were really helpful.
Thanks Priya, that means a lot! Reach out anytime. – James, GotoeSIM Support
Ravi N. · 4 months ago
Thanks, installed with no problems on my Samsung.
Yes Ravi, recent Samsung Galaxy models support eSIM — add it under Settings › Connections › SIM manager. — Ken, GotoeSIM Support
Wei P. · 7 months ago
Does the validity start on purchase or on first use?
The clock starts on first use in-country, Wei, so buying early is totally fine. — David
Ji-woo L. · 8 months ago
Do I need to install it before I travel or after I arrive?
We recommend installing before you travel, Ji-woo, then it activates automatically on arrival. – Sophie 💜
James K. · 8 months ago
Can I use this for hotspot/tethering?
Tethering is supported, James! Feel free to hotspot to your other devices. — Tom
Ravi T. · 8 months ago
Does this work on an iPhone 13?
Yes Ravi, it works on iPhone XS and newer — just add the eSIM under Settings › Cellular › Add eSIM. – Sara 💜
Ji-woo S. · 9 months ago
Which networks does this connect to?
It connects to trusted local partner networks, Ji-woo, on 4G/5G where available. — Ingrid
Thomas M. · 10 months ago
How do I check how much data I have left?
You can check remaining data anytime in the GotoeSIM app under My eSIMs, Thomas. – Emma 💜