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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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Omar M.

India · Aug 2024

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First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Really appreciate this, Omar! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Kenya. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – Mark 💜

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Anna R.

India · Aug 2024

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Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas.

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you so much, Anna! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Kenya. We're here whenever you travel again. – Ingrid 💜

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Ji-woo F.

Spain · Aug 2024

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No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival in Kenya. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing.

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

So glad to hear this, Ji-woo! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Kenya. Enjoy your journeys! — Laura

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Ethan C.

United States · Aug 2024

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No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Made staying connected effortless.

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Really appreciate this, Ethan! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Kenya. – Laura, GotoeSIM Support

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Elena T.

UAE · Aug 2024

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Decent speeds, though slower than I expected in a few spots. Coverage was strong even outside the city.

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Apologies for the trouble, Elena. This isn't the standard we aim for. Please contact us at gotoesim.com/support and we'll sort it out. – Sara, GotoeSIM Support

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Yuki K.

Portugal · Aug 2024

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Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. Telling my friends about this.

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you for the kind words, Yuki! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Kenya. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Anna, GotoeSIM Support

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Diego T.

Australia · Aug 2024

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Install took me two tries but was fine after that. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare.

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

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

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Nguyen S.

Switzerland · Aug 2024

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Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more. Great experience overall.

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you for the kind words, Nguyen! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Enjoy your journeys! — Anna, GotoeSIM Support

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Diego R.

Switzerland · Aug 2024

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

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you for the kind words, Diego! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Kenya. Enjoy your journeys! – Grace 💜

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Mateo G.

Switzerland · Aug 2024

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Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Highly recommend for any traveller.

James James GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks a lot, Mateo! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Come back anytime! — James, GotoeSIM Support

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Anna H.

Germany · Aug 2024

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Exactly what I needed for travelling. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you so much, Anna! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Kenya. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – Laura 💜

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Zoe V.

Poland · Aug 2024

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Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple. Exactly as described — no surprises.

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you so much, Zoe! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Kenya. Come back anytime! — Yuki, GotoeSIM Support

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Thomas N.

Sweden · Aug 2024

✓ Verified

First time using an eSIM and it was painless in Kenya. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing.

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

So glad to hear this, Thomas! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Kenya. Come back anytime! — Mark

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Camila R.

Italy · Aug 2024

✓ Verified

Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more. Five stars from me.

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Cheers, Camila! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Grace, GotoeSIM Support

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Priya F.

South Korea · Aug 2024

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Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Customer support answered my question quickly. Great experience overall.

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Cheers, Priya! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. We're here whenever you travel again. — Sophie

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. · 6 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