Ethiopia eSIM — reviews & details
Ethiopia 10GB 30Days · 10 GB · 30 days
620 reviews
Coverage & networks
- Ethiopia Safaricom 5G
Traveller reviews
Hugo B.
Germany · May 2026
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.
James
GotoeSIM Support
· 2 months ago Thanks a lot, Hugo! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Ethiopia. – James 💜
Andre G.
Singapore · May 2026
Connected the moment I landed in Ethiopia. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. A must-have for international travel.
David
GotoeSIM Support
· 2 months ago Cheers, Andre! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. We're here whenever you travel again. — David, GotoeSIM Support
Ethan S.
South Korea · May 2026
Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first. Coverage was strong even outside the city.
Yuki
GotoeSIM Support
· 2 months ago So sorry to hear this, Ethan. That's not the experience we want for Ethiopia. Reach our team at gotoesim.com/support so we can help right away. — Yuki, GotoeSIM Support
Nguyen S.
New Zealand · May 2026
Connected the moment I landed. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Exactly as described — no surprises.
Emma
GotoeSIM Support
· 2 months ago Thank you so much, Nguyen! So happy the Ethiopia eSIM kept you connected. We're here whenever you travel again. — Emma, GotoeSIM Support
Pablo P.
Egypt · May 2026
Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering.
Yuki
GotoeSIM Support
· 2 months ago Thank you for the kind words, Pablo! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Yuki, GotoeSIM Support
Ananya G.
Portugal · May 2026
No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Would definitely buy again.
Ken
GotoeSIM Support
· 2 months ago Cheers, Ananya! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Ken
Mei N.
Vietnam · May 2026
Decent speeds, though slower than I expected in a few spots. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data.
Mark
GotoeSIM Support
· 2 months ago Thanks for the honest feedback, Mei. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across Ethiopia. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. – Mark, GotoeSIM Support
Sofia R.
UAE · May 2026
Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more.
David
GotoeSIM Support
· 2 months ago Thanks a lot, Sofia! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Ethiopia. We're here whenever you travel again. — David
Nguyen S.
Canada · May 2026
Exactly what I needed for travelling in Ethiopia. Customer support answered my question quickly. Exactly as described — no surprises.
Tom
GotoeSIM Support
· 2 months ago So glad to hear this, Nguyen! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. — Tom
Olivia H.
Philippines · Apr 2026
Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport in Ethiopia. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.
Emma
GotoeSIM Support
· 2 months ago Thanks a lot, Olivia! So happy the Ethiopia eSIM kept you connected. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Emma
Katya F.
Australia · Apr 2026
Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Coverage was strong even outside the city. Five stars from me.
James
GotoeSIM Support
· 2 months ago Really appreciate this, Katya! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. We're here whenever you travel again. – James 💜
Liam T.
Italy · Apr 2026
Did the job without any drama in Ethiopia. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Zero regrets.
Sophie
GotoeSIM Support
· 2 months ago Thanks for sharing, Liam! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Ethiopia. We're here whenever you travel again. — Sophie, GotoeSIM Support
Mei K.
Ireland · Apr 2026
First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Highly recommend for any traveller.
Mark
GotoeSIM Support
· 2 months ago Cheers, Mei! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Ethiopia. We're here whenever you travel again. – Mark 💜
Lucas N.
Malaysia · Apr 2026
Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process in Ethiopia. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas.
Laura
GotoeSIM Support
· 2 months ago Thanks for sharing, Lucas! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Ethiopia. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – Laura 💜
Sri K.
Malaysia · Apr 2026
Great value compared to roaming charges. Activation was automatic when I arrived. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.
Sara
GotoeSIM Support
· 3 months ago Really appreciate this, Sri! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – Sara 💜
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 💜