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India 500MB/Day · 500 MB/day · 1 days

View plan & buy — $1.65
4.5

620 reviews

5 ★ 64%
4 ★ 26%
3 ★ 7%
2 ★ 3%
1 ★ 0%

Coverage & networks

  • India AirTel 4G Jio 5G

Traveller reviews

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Ethan V.

India · Jun 2026

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First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more.

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Thanks a lot, Ethan! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. We're here whenever you travel again. – Sara, GotoeSIM Support

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Sophia L.

Brazil · Jun 2026

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Did the job without any drama. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing.

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Really appreciate this, Sophia! Love that you were online the moment you landed in India. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Sophie, GotoeSIM Support

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Thomas C.

Germany · Jun 2026

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Great value compared to roaming charges. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple. Five stars from me.

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

So glad to hear this, Thomas! So happy the India eSIM kept you connected. – Emma, GotoeSIM Support

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Nguyen S.

Japan · Jun 2026

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Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Activation was automatic when I arrived. Exactly as described — no surprises.

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Thanks for sharing, Nguyen! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. We're here whenever you travel again. — Laura

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Max K.

Ireland · Jun 2026

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Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data.

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Thanks for sharing, Max! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. — Ken, GotoeSIM Support

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Hugo D.

UAE · Jun 2026

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No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Activation was automatic when I arrived. A must-have for international travel.

James James GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Thank you so much, Hugo! So happy the India eSIM kept you connected. Come back anytime! – James, GotoeSIM Support

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Sven B.

Italy · Jun 2026

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Did the job without any drama. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues.

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Thank you for the kind words, Sven! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. – Sophie 💜

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Zoe N.

Ireland · May 2026

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First time using an eSIM and it was painless in India. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Zero regrets.

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Thank you for the kind words, Zoe! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Come back anytime! — Ingrid

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Daniel H.

Malaysia · May 2026

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Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Coverage was strong even outside the city. A must-have for international travel.

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Thank you for the kind words, Daniel! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. — Laura, GotoeSIM Support

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Priya V.

South Korea · May 2026

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Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly in India. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Thank you for the kind words, Priya! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. We're here whenever you travel again. – Mark, GotoeSIM Support

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Somchai W.

Malaysia · May 2026

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Exactly what I needed for travelling. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Five stars from me.

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Thank you for the kind words, Somchai! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – Grace, GotoeSIM Support

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Olivia H.

Singapore · May 2026

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Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first.

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support · 2 months ago

Appreciate you sharing this, Olivia. 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. – Emma, GotoeSIM Support

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Arjun T.

Italy · May 2026

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Decent speeds, though slower than I expected in a few spots.

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support · 2 months ago

Appreciate you sharing this, Arjun. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across India. Reach us anytime at gotoesim.com/support if we can help. – Mark, GotoeSIM Support

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Sofia B.

Spain · May 2026

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Connected the moment I landed. Activation was automatic when I arrived. Exactly as described — no surprises.

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support · 2 months ago

Thank you for the kind words, Sofia! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in India. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – Omar 💜

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Linh K.

Switzerland · May 2026

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Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Exactly as described — no surprises.

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support · 2 months ago

Thanks a lot, Linh! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in India. Come back anytime! — Laura, GotoeSIM Support

Frequently asked questions

How much does the India eSIM cost?

The India 500MB/Day plan costs $1.65 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

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Marco F. · 3 months ago

Can I use it in nearby countries too?

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support

This plan covers its listed destination, Marco — for multiple countries, check our regional plans. — Diego, GotoeSIM Support

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Ava B. · 3 months ago

Is 5G supported or just 4G?

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support

Yes Ava, 5G is supported where the local network offers it, otherwise fast 4G. — Ingrid

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Emma K. · 5 months ago

How do I check how much data I have left?

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support

Your usage is tracked live in the app, Emma — check My eSIMs anytime. — Laura, GotoeSIM Support

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Aisha D. · 6 months ago

Does the validity start on purchase or on first use?

David David GotoeSIM Support

The clock starts on first use in-country, Aisha, so buying early is totally fine. – David, GotoeSIM Support

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Sarah C. · 6 months ago

Does this work on an iPhone 13?

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support

Absolutely, Sarah! Any iPhone XS or newer supports it. Scan the QR in Settings › Cellular. – Sophie 💜

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Yuki P. · 7 months ago

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

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support

It's immediate, Yuki! The QR code is delivered the moment your payment goes through. – Yuki 💜

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Andre C. · 8 months ago

Is roaming charged extra or is it all included?

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support

No surprise fees, Andre! Roaming is part of the plan and never billed separately. – Sophie, GotoeSIM Support

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Ravi W. · 9 months ago

Do I need to install it before I travel or after I arrive?

James James GotoeSIM Support

We recommend installing before you travel, Ravi, then it activates automatically on arrival. – James, GotoeSIM Support

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Hana L. · 9 months ago

Can I use this for hotspot/tethering?

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support

Yes Hana, hotspot/tethering works fine — share your data to a laptop or tablet anytime. – Tom, GotoeSIM Support

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Beatriz K. · 10 months ago

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

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support

Yes Beatriz, you can top up the same eSIM anytime — no need to buy a new one. – Anna 💜

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Sophia W. · 11 months ago

Will this keep my WhatsApp active with my home number?

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support

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

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Linh B. · 1 year ago

Great guide, the setup steps were really helpful.

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support

Thanks Linh, that means a lot! Reach out anytime. – Emma 💜