India eSIM — reviews & details
India 500MB/Day · 500 MB/day · 1 days
169 reviews
Coverage & networks
- India AirTel 5G
Traveller reviews
Hugo F.
Mexico · Feb 2026
Great value compared to roaming charges. Activation was automatic when I arrived.
Tom
GotoeSIM Support
· 7 months ago Thank you for the kind words, Hugo! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Enjoy your journeys! — Tom
Lucia L.
Netherlands · Feb 2026
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.
Omar
GotoeSIM Support
· 7 months ago Thank you so much, Lucia! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in India. Come back anytime! — Omar, GotoeSIM Support
Ananya N.
Germany · Feb 2026
First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more. Made staying connected effortless.
Ingrid
GotoeSIM Support
· 7 months ago Thank you for the kind words, Ananya! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. — Ingrid
James G.
United States · Feb 2026
Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. The QR code arrived instantly by email.
Emma
GotoeSIM Support
· 7 months ago So glad to hear this, James! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in India. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Emma
Andre B.
Germany · Feb 2026
Solid overall, just wish there was a bit more data for the price. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas.
David
GotoeSIM Support
· 7 months ago Thank you for taking the time, Andre. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across India. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. – David, GotoeSIM Support
Katya G.
Portugal · Jan 2026
Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Activation was automatic when I arrived in India. Made staying connected effortless.
David
GotoeSIM Support
· 7 months ago Really appreciate this, Katya! Love that you were online the moment you landed in India. We're here whenever you travel again. – David, GotoeSIM Support
Katya L.
France · Jan 2026
Super easy to set up before I flew out. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering.
Tom
GotoeSIM Support
· 7 months ago So glad to hear this, Katya! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. – Tom, GotoeSIM Support
Liam D.
India · Jan 2026
Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Coverage was strong even outside the city. Great experience overall.
Priya
GotoeSIM Support
· 7 months ago Thanks a lot, Liam! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in India. We're here whenever you travel again. – Priya, GotoeSIM Support
Aisha P.
Sweden · Jan 2026
Did the job without any drama. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. Exactly as described — no surprises.
Emma
GotoeSIM Support
· 7 months ago Cheers, Aisha! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Emma 💜
Sofia V.
Spain · Jan 2026
Great value compared to roaming charges in India. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple. Highly recommend for any traveller.
Anna
GotoeSIM Support
· 7 months ago So glad to hear this, Sofia! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. We're here whenever you travel again. — Anna
Viktor H.
France · Jan 2026
Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing.
Tom
GotoeSIM Support
· 7 months ago So glad to hear this, Viktor! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Enjoy your journeys! — Tom
Sofia N.
Turkey · Jan 2026
Connected the moment I landed. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Great experience overall.
James
GotoeSIM Support
· 7 months ago Cheers, Sofia! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – James, GotoeSIM Support
Nadia T.
United States · Jan 2026
No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Coverage was strong even outside the city. Telling my friends about this.
David
GotoeSIM Support
· 7 months ago Thank you for the kind words, Nadia! So happy the India eSIM kept you connected. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — David, GotoeSIM Support
Viktor T.
India · Jan 2026
Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Would definitely buy again.
Ingrid
GotoeSIM Support
· 7 months ago Thanks a lot, Viktor! So happy the India eSIM kept you connected. — Ingrid
Ethan N.
Thailand · Jan 2026
Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport in India. Coverage was strong even outside the city. Telling my friends about this.
Ken
GotoeSIM Support
· 7 months ago So glad to hear this, Ethan! So happy the India eSIM kept you connected. We're here whenever you travel again. – Ken, GotoeSIM Support
Frequently asked questions
How much does the India eSIM cost?
The India 500MB/Day plan costs $1.12 for 500 MB/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
Marco F. · 5 months ago
Can I use it in nearby countries too?
This plan covers its listed destination, Marco — for multiple countries, check our regional plans. — Diego, GotoeSIM Support
Ava B. · 5 months ago
Is 5G supported or just 4G?
Yes Ava, 5G is supported where the local network offers it, otherwise fast 4G. — Ingrid
Emma K. · 7 months ago
How do I check how much data I have left?
Your usage is tracked live in the app, Emma — check My eSIMs anytime. — Laura, GotoeSIM Support
Aisha D. · 7 months ago
Does the validity start on purchase or on first use?
The clock starts on first use in-country, Aisha, so buying early is totally fine. – David, GotoeSIM Support
Sarah C. · 8 months ago
Does this work on an iPhone 13?
Absolutely, Sarah! Any iPhone XS or newer supports it. Scan the QR in Settings › Cellular. – Sophie 💜
Yuki P. · 8 months ago
How long does the QR code take to arrive after payment?
It's immediate, Yuki! The QR code is delivered the moment your payment goes through. – Yuki 💜
Andre C. · 9 months ago
Is roaming charged extra or is it all included?
No surprise fees, Andre! Roaming is part of the plan and never billed separately. – Sophie, GotoeSIM Support
Ravi W. · 11 months ago
Do I need to install it before I travel or after I arrive?
We recommend installing before you travel, Ravi, then it activates automatically on arrival. – James, GotoeSIM Support
Hana L. · 11 months ago
Can I use this for hotspot/tethering?
Yes Hana, hotspot/tethering works fine — share your data to a laptop or tablet anytime. – Tom, GotoeSIM Support
Beatriz K. · 11 months ago
Can I top up the same eSIM instead of buying a new one?
Yes Beatriz, you can top up the same eSIM anytime — no need to buy a new one. – Anna 💜
Sophia W. · 1 year ago
Will this keep my WhatsApp active with my home number?
Your number stays active for WhatsApp, Sophia! The eSIM just handles data. – Ken, GotoeSIM Support
Linh B. · 1 year ago
Great guide, the setup steps were really helpful.
Thanks Linh, that means a lot! Reach out anytime. – Emma 💜