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India 1GB/Day · 1 GB/day · 1 days

View plan & buy — $2.73
4.5

620 reviews

5 ★ 62%
4 ★ 27%
3 ★ 8%
2 ★ 3%
1 ★ 0%

Coverage & networks

  • India AirTel 4G Jio 5G

Traveller reviews

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Anna D.

India · Jul 2026

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Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare.

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support · 1 week ago

So sorry to hear this, Anna. We'd love the chance to make this right. Please contact us at gotoesim.com/support and we'll sort it out. – Ingrid 💜

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Ravi L.

Canada · May 2026

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Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues.

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support · 2 months ago

We're really sorry, Ravi. That's not the experience we want for India. Reach our team at gotoesim.com/support so we can help right away. – Ingrid, GotoeSIM Support

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Ryan L.

Malaysia · Apr 2026

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Install took me two tries but was fine after that. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering.

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support · 2 months ago

So sorry to hear this, Ryan. This isn't the standard we aim for. Reach our team at gotoesim.com/support so we can help right away. – Omar 💜

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Linh T.

Japan · Feb 2026

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Install took me two tries but was fine after that. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more.

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support · 5 months ago

So sorry to hear this, Linh. That's not the experience we want for India. Reach our team at gotoesim.com/support so we can help right away. – Omar, GotoeSIM Support

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Min-jun T.

South Korea · Dec 2025

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Decent speeds, though slower than I expected in a few spots. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing.

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support · 7 months ago

Apologies for the trouble, Min-jun. That's not the experience we want for India. Please contact us at gotoesim.com/support and we'll sort it out. — Sophie, GotoeSIM Support

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Hana W.

India · Dec 2025

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Good coverage in the city, a bit patchy in remote areas.

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support · 7 months ago

We're really sorry, Hana. We'd love the chance to make this right. Please contact us at gotoesim.com/support and we'll sort it out. – Priya, GotoeSIM Support

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Camila F.

Malaysia · Oct 2025

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Good coverage in the city, a bit patchy in remote areas. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple.

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support · 9 months ago

We're really sorry, Camila. We'd love the chance to make this right. Reach our team at gotoesim.com/support so we can help right away. – Yuki, GotoeSIM Support

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Daniel R.

Switzerland · Oct 2025

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Decent speeds, though slower than I expected in a few spots. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple.

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support · 9 months ago

So sorry to hear this, Daniel. That's not the experience we want for India. Reach our team at gotoesim.com/support so we can help right away. — Yuki

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Ethan T.

France · Jul 2025

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Solid overall, just wish there was a bit more data for the price. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data.

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

So sorry to hear this, Ethan. This isn't the standard we aim for. Please contact us at gotoesim.com/support and we'll sort it out. – Priya 💜

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Sarah C.

United States · Apr 2025

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Solid overall, just wish there was a bit more data for the price.

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Apologies for the trouble, Sarah. We'd love the chance to make this right. Please contact us at gotoesim.com/support and we'll sort it out. — Ingrid

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Omar R.

France · Jan 2025

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Good coverage in the city, a bit patchy in remote areas. Coverage was strong even outside the city.

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Apologies for the trouble, Omar. We'd love the chance to make this right. Reach our team at gotoesim.com/support so we can help right away. – Anna, GotoeSIM Support

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Fatima V.

Egypt · Jan 2025

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Good coverage in the city, a bit patchy in remote areas.

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

We're really sorry, Fatima. That's not the experience we want for India. Reach our team at gotoesim.com/support so we can help right away. — Yuki

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Ji-woo K.

United Kingdom · Dec 2024

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Decent speeds, though slower than I expected in a few spots. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more.

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Apologies for the trouble, Ji-woo. This isn't the standard we aim for. Reach our team at gotoesim.com/support so we can help right away. – Omar, GotoeSIM Support

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Somchai W.

Germany · Oct 2024

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Install took me two tries but was fine after that.

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

So sorry to hear this, Somchai. That's not the experience we want for India. Please contact us at gotoesim.com/support and we'll sort it out. — Tom, GotoeSIM Support

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Mateo G.

Sweden · Aug 2024

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Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first. Customer support answered my question quickly.

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

So sorry to hear this, Mateo. That's not the experience we want for India. Please contact us at gotoesim.com/support and we'll sort it out. — Laura, GotoeSIM Support

Frequently asked questions

How much does the India eSIM cost?

The India 1GB/Day plan costs $2.73 for 1 GB/day over 1 days, paid once with no hidden fees.

How do I activate my India 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 India.

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 India.

Comments & questions

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Sofia R. · 3 months ago

How long does the QR code take to arrive after payment?

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support

It's immediate, Sofia! The QR code is delivered the moment your payment goes through. — Tom

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Min-jun L. · 3 months ago

Which networks does this connect to?

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support

You'll be on top local networks, Min-jun — full details are on the plan page under Coverage. – Mark 💜

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Noah K. · 3 months ago

Thanks, installed with no problems on my Samsung.

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support

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

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Ji-woo N. · 3 months ago

Great guide, the setup steps were really helpful.

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support

So glad it helped, Ji-woo! We're always here if you need anything. – Sara 💜

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Sven B. · 4 months ago

Is 5G supported or just 4G?

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support

Yes Sven, 5G is supported where the local network offers it, otherwise fast 4G. — Laura, GotoeSIM Support

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Sophia T. · 4 months ago

Is roaming charged extra or is it all included?

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support

Roaming is included in the plan, Sophia — no extra charges, it's all prepaid. — Priya, GotoeSIM Support

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Emma V. · 5 months ago

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

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support

Yes Emma, you can top up the same eSIM anytime — no need to buy a new one. — Grace

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Louis F. · 8 months ago

How do I check how much data I have left?

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support

You can check remaining data anytime in the GotoeSIM app under My eSIMs, Louis. — Omar

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Yuki W. · 9 months ago

Will this keep my WhatsApp active with my home number?

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support

Your number stays active for WhatsApp, Yuki! The eSIM just handles data. – Ingrid, GotoeSIM Support

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Ji-woo R. · 10 months ago

Does this work on an iPhone 13?

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support

Absolutely, Ji-woo! Any iPhone XS or newer supports it. Scan the QR in Settings › Cellular. – Diego, GotoeSIM Support

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Mateo P. · 1 year ago

Can I use this for hotspot/tethering?

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support

Tethering is supported, Mateo! Feel free to hotspot to your other devices. — Yuki, GotoeSIM Support

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Ethan C. · 1 year ago

Does the validity start on purchase or on first use?

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support

Validity usually starts when you first connect in your destination, Ethan — not at purchase. – Omar 💜