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Kenya 10GB/Day · 10 GB/day · 1 days

View plan & buy — $21.08
4.6

620 reviews

5 ★ 68%
4 ★ 24%
3 ★ 6%
2 ★ 2%
1 ★ 0%

Coverage & networks

  • Kenya Safaricom 4G

Traveller reviews

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Diego D.

Mexico · Nov 2024

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Connected the moment I landed. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Would definitely buy again.

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Cheers, Diego! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Sophie

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Sri H.

Portugal · Nov 2024

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Connected the moment I landed. Activation was automatic when I arrived. Great experience overall.

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you so much, Sri! So happy the Kenya eSIM kept you connected. — Emma, GotoeSIM Support

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Fatima K.

Australia · Nov 2024

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Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Really appreciate this, Fatima! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. We're here whenever you travel again. — Priya, GotoeSIM Support

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Ananya N.

Egypt · Nov 2024

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Exactly what I needed for travelling. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering.

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks a lot, Ananya! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Emma 💜

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Hugo F.

Saudi Arabia · Nov 2024

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No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Five stars from me.

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks a lot, Hugo! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Kenya. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Diego, GotoeSIM Support

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Sofia T.

Spain · Nov 2024

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Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. Activation was automatic when I arrived. Would definitely buy again.

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Really appreciate this, Sofia! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Kenya. Come back anytime! – Sara 💜

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Ingrid B.

Germany · Nov 2024

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

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Apologies for the trouble, Ingrid. This isn't the standard we aim for. Reach our team at gotoesim.com/support so we can help right away. – Priya 💜

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Budi R.

Brazil · Nov 2024

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Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing.

James James GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Cheers, Budi! So happy the Kenya eSIM kept you connected. — James, GotoeSIM Support

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Giulia M.

Spain · Nov 2024

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Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more. Zero regrets.

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

So glad to hear this, Giulia! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Kenya. – Anna, GotoeSIM Support

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Noah L.

India · Nov 2024

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Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. Zero regrets.

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks a lot, Noah! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Kenya. – Priya, GotoeSIM Support

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Sarah L.

Sweden · Nov 2024

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Install took me two tries but was fine after that.

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Appreciate you sharing this, Sarah. Glad it mostly worked for you in Kenya — we're always improving our coverage. Reach us anytime at gotoesim.com/support if we can help. – Grace 💜

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Anna H.

Japan · Nov 2024

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Great value compared to roaming charges in Kenya. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare.

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Really appreciate this, Anna! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. — Ken

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Wei R.

Mexico · Nov 2024

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First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Activation was automatic when I arrived in Kenya. Made staying connected effortless.

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

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

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Haruto T.

Canada · Nov 2024

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Super easy to set up before I flew out in Kenya. Coverage was strong even outside the city.

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Cheers, Haruto! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. – Laura, GotoeSIM Support

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Mohammed G.

Egypt · Nov 2024

✓ Verified

Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Great experience overall.

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks for sharing, Mohammed! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – Diego, GotoeSIM Support

Frequently asked questions

How much does the Kenya eSIM cost?

The Kenya 10GB/Day plan costs $21.08 for 10 GB/day over 1 days, paid once with no hidden fees.

How do I activate my Kenya 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 Kenya.

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 Kenya.

Comments & questions

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Sophia V. · 5 days ago

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

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support

We recommend installing before you travel, Sophia, then it activates automatically on arrival. – Sophie 💜

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Omar B. · 3 months ago

Great guide, the setup steps were really helpful.

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support

Thanks Omar, that means a lot! Reach out anytime. – Anna, GotoeSIM Support

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Lucas M. · 3 months ago

Can I use it in nearby countries too?

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support

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

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Nguyen D. · 4 months ago

Will this keep my WhatsApp active with my home number?

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support

Your number stays active for WhatsApp, Nguyen! The eSIM just handles data. – Grace 💜

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Louis W. · 6 months ago

Is roaming charged extra or is it all included?

James James GotoeSIM Support

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

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Min-jun P. · 6 months ago

Which networks does this connect to?

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support

It connects to trusted local partner networks, Min-jun, on 4G/5G where available. — Sara

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Wei M. · 7 months ago

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

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support

Topping up is easy, Wei! Just add more data to your existing eSIM in the app. — Emma

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Nguyen M. · 7 months ago

Thanks, installed with no problems on my Samsung.

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support

Yes Nguyen, recent Samsung Galaxy models support eSIM — add it under Settings › Connections › SIM manager. – Priya, GotoeSIM Support

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Ji-woo T. · 8 months ago

Can I use this for hotspot/tethering?

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support

Tethering is supported, Ji-woo! Feel free to hotspot to your other devices. – Ingrid, GotoeSIM Support

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Lucia W. · 8 months ago

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

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support

Your QR code arrives instantly, Lucia — within seconds of payment, by email and in your account. — Laura, GotoeSIM Support

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Pablo M. · 11 months ago

Does this work on an iPhone 13?

David David GotoeSIM Support

Yes Pablo, it works on iPhone XS and newer — just add the eSIM under Settings › Cellular › Add eSIM. – David 💜

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Isabella H. · 11 months ago

Is 5G supported or just 4G?

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support

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