Ethiopia eSIM — reviews & details
Ethiopia 20GB 30Days · 20 GB · 30 days
620 reviews
Coverage & networks
- Ethiopia Safaricom 5G
Traveller reviews
Hana C.
United Kingdom · Dec 2025
Connected the moment I landed. The QR code arrived instantly by email. Zero regrets.
Grace
GotoeSIM Support
· 7 months ago Cheers, Hana! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Ethiopia. — Grace, GotoeSIM Support
Beatriz R.
United States · Dec 2025
Connected the moment I landed. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Would definitely buy again.
Ingrid
GotoeSIM Support
· 7 months ago So glad to hear this, Beatriz! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Ingrid, GotoeSIM Support
Lucia H.
Singapore · Dec 2025
No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. Exactly as described — no surprises.
James
GotoeSIM Support
· 7 months ago Thanks a lot, Lucia! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. – James 💜
Ananya W.
Australia · Dec 2025
Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Highly recommend for any traveller.
James
GotoeSIM Support
· 7 months ago Really appreciate this, Ananya! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Enjoy your journeys! – James, GotoeSIM Support
Camila G.
Italy · Dec 2025
Install took me two tries but was fine after that.
Anna
GotoeSIM Support
· 7 months ago Thank you for taking the time, Camila. Good to hear it did the job, and we're working to make it even better. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. – Anna 💜
Ingrid V.
South Korea · Dec 2025
Solid overall, just wish there was a bit more data for the price.
James
GotoeSIM Support
· 7 months ago Apologies for the trouble, Ingrid. We'd love the chance to make this right. Reach our team at gotoesim.com/support so we can help right away. – James 💜
Mei R.
Philippines · Dec 2025
Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more. Exactly as described — no surprises.
Emma
GotoeSIM Support
· 7 months ago Cheers, Mei! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. — Emma
Wei V.
Saudi Arabia · Nov 2025
Great value compared to roaming charges in Ethiopia. Coverage was strong even outside the city. Highly recommend for any traveller.
Tom
GotoeSIM Support
· 8 months ago Really appreciate this, Wei! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. – Tom 💜
Hugo W.
Australia · Nov 2025
Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport in Ethiopia. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Would definitely buy again.
Tom
GotoeSIM Support
· 8 months ago So glad to hear this, Hugo! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Come back anytime! – Tom 💜
Mateo P.
Germany · Nov 2025
Super easy to set up before I flew out. The QR code arrived instantly by email. Exactly as described — no surprises.
Tom
GotoeSIM Support
· 8 months ago Thanks for sharing, Mateo! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Tom, GotoeSIM Support
Arjun H.
New Zealand · Nov 2025
Great value compared to roaming charges. Customer support answered my question quickly. Telling my friends about this.
Laura
GotoeSIM Support
· 8 months ago Thanks for sharing, Arjun! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Enjoy your journeys! — Laura, GotoeSIM Support
Ananya D.
Germany · Nov 2025
No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. The QR code arrived instantly by email. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.
Anna
GotoeSIM Support
· 8 months ago So glad to hear this, Ananya! So happy the Ethiopia eSIM kept you connected. – Anna 💜
Somchai D.
Switzerland · Nov 2025
Exactly what I needed for travelling. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Great experience overall.
Yuki
GotoeSIM Support
· 8 months ago Thank you for the kind words, Somchai! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Yuki
Emma F.
Indonesia · Nov 2025
Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. Customer support answered my question quickly. Telling my friends about this.
Sophie
GotoeSIM Support
· 8 months ago Thank you for the kind words, Emma! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Enjoy your journeys! — Sophie, GotoeSIM Support
Aisha L.
Netherlands · Nov 2025
Super easy to set up before I flew out. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. A must-have for international travel.
Diego
GotoeSIM Support
· 8 months ago Thanks a lot, Aisha! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Come back anytime! — Diego, GotoeSIM Support
Frequently asked questions
How much does the Ethiopia eSIM cost?
The Ethiopia 20GB 30Days plan costs $92.25 for 20 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
Thomas V. · 1 month ago
Is roaming charged extra or is it all included?
No surprise fees, Thomas! Roaming is part of the plan and never billed separately. – Ken 💜
Katya P. · 1 month ago
Great guide, the setup steps were really helpful.
So glad it helped, Katya! We're always here if you need anything. — Mark
Ava M. · 3 months ago
Can I top up the same eSIM instead of buying a new one?
Topping up is easy, Ava! Just add more data to your existing eSIM in the app. – Sara 💜
Thomas T. · 4 months ago
Will this keep my WhatsApp active with my home number?
Your number stays active for WhatsApp, Thomas! The eSIM just handles data. — Tom, GotoeSIM Support
Ryan S. · 4 months ago
Do I need to install it before I travel or after I arrive?
Install on Wi-Fi before you fly, Ryan — it switches on when you land. – Grace, GotoeSIM Support
Lucia D. · 8 months ago
How long does the QR code take to arrive after payment?
It's immediate, Lucia! The QR code is delivered the moment your payment goes through. — Laura
Sofia P. · 8 months ago
Which networks does this connect to?
You'll be on top local networks, Sofia — full details are on the plan page under Coverage. — Priya, GotoeSIM Support
Sarah T. · 9 months ago
Can I use this for hotspot/tethering?
Yes Sarah, hotspot/tethering works fine — share your data to a laptop or tablet anytime. – David 💜
Nadia L. · 9 months ago
Can I use it in nearby countries too?
For nearby countries, Nadia, a regional plan may suit you better — happy to help you pick. – Mark 💜
Louis N. · 10 months ago
Is 5G supported or just 4G?
Yes Louis, 5G is supported where the local network offers it, otherwise fast 4G. – Omar, GotoeSIM Support
Zoe W. · 1 year ago
Does the validity start on purchase or on first use?
Validity usually starts when you first connect in your destination, Zoe — not at purchase. — Yuki, GotoeSIM Support
Andre F. · 1 year ago
How do I check how much data I have left?
You can check remaining data anytime in the GotoeSIM app under My eSIMs, Andre. – Diego, GotoeSIM Support