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Kenya 2GB/Day · 2 GB/day · 1 days

View plan & buy — $5.19
4.5

620 reviews

5 ★ 62%
4 ★ 29%
3 ★ 7%
2 ★ 2%
1 ★ 0%

Coverage & networks

  • Kenya Safaricom 4G

Traveller reviews

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Elena C.

Netherlands · Jun 2025

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Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Activation was automatic when I arrived in Kenya.

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Really appreciate this, Elena! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Kenya. — Omar, GotoeSIM Support

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Mohammed P.

Singapore · Jun 2025

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Great value compared to roaming charges in Kenya. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data.

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Cheers, Mohammed! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Kenya. Enjoy your journeys! – Anna, GotoeSIM Support

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Hana V.

Indonesia · Jun 2025

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Great value compared to roaming charges in Kenya. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Exactly as described — no surprises.

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you so much, Hana! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Come back anytime! — Grace, GotoeSIM Support

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Nadia W.

Portugal · Jun 2025

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Saved me a fortune on my holiday in Kenya. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Telling my friends about this.

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you so much, Nadia! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Come back anytime! – Anna, GotoeSIM Support

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Liam W.

Spain · Jun 2025

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Super easy to set up before I flew out. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data. A must-have for international travel.

James James GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Really appreciate this, Liam! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Enjoy your journeys! — James

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Elena B.

Philippines · Jun 2025

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Great value compared to roaming charges. The QR code arrived instantly by email. A must-have for international travel.

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Cheers, Elena! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Sophie, GotoeSIM Support

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Ravi M.

Singapore · Jun 2025

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Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare.

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you for the kind words, Ravi! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Enjoy your journeys! – Laura 💜

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Min-jun W.

Indonesia · Jun 2025

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Did the job without any drama. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Five stars from me.

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Cheers, Min-jun! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Kenya. — Omar, GotoeSIM Support

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Fatima R.

UAE · Jun 2025

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

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks a lot, Fatima! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – Yuki 💜

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Andre M.

Turkey · Jun 2025

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Connected the moment I landed in Kenya. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare.

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks for sharing, Andre! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Kenya. We're here whenever you travel again. — Ken, GotoeSIM Support

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Zoe K.

Brazil · Jun 2025

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Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more. Zero regrets.

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks for sharing, Zoe! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – Grace 💜

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Haruto D.

Saudi Arabia · Jun 2025

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Great value compared to roaming charges. The QR code arrived instantly by email. Exactly as described — no surprises.

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

So glad to hear this, Haruto! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Kenya. – Ingrid, GotoeSIM Support

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Sofia P.

Portugal · Jun 2025

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Saved me a fortune on my holiday in Kenya. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple. Telling my friends about this.

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you so much, Sofia! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. — Diego, GotoeSIM Support

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Thomas W.

Ireland · Jun 2025

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First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Telling my friends about this.

David David GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you for the kind words, Thomas! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. — David, GotoeSIM Support

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Chloe M.

Thailand · Jun 2025

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Saved me a fortune on my holiday. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

So glad to hear this, Chloe! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Emma 💜

Frequently asked questions

How much does the Kenya eSIM cost?

The Kenya 2GB/Day plan costs $5.19 for 2 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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Lucia K. · 1 month ago

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

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support

We recommend installing before you travel, Lucia, then it activates automatically on arrival. — Emma

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Viktor B. · 1 month ago

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

David David GotoeSIM Support

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

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Mateo B. · 4 months ago

Thanks, installed with no problems on my Samsung.

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support

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

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Grace W. · 5 months ago

Is 5G supported or just 4G?

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support

5G is available where covered, Grace — you'll always get the best speed on offer. — Diego, GotoeSIM Support

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Sven T. · 6 months ago

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

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support

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

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Ava L. · 8 months ago

Can I use it in nearby countries too?

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support

For nearby countries, Ava, a regional plan may suit you better — happy to help you pick. — Mark

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Hana P. · 8 months ago

Will this keep my WhatsApp active with my home number?

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support

Yes Hana, WhatsApp keeps working with your home number — the eSIM only carries data. – Omar 💜

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Arjun L. · 8 months ago

Does this work on an iPhone 13?

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support

Yes Arjun, it works on iPhone XS and newer — just add the eSIM under Settings › Cellular › Add eSIM. — Laura, GotoeSIM Support

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Mei S. · 9 months ago

Can I use this for hotspot/tethering?

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support

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

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Chloe M. · 10 months ago

Great guide, the setup steps were really helpful.

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support

Thanks Chloe, that means a lot! Reach out anytime. — Anna

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Andre P. · 1 year ago

Does the validity start on purchase or on first use?

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support

The clock starts on first use in-country, Andre, so buying early is totally fine. — Yuki

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Ethan V. · 1 year ago

Which networks does this connect to?

James James GotoeSIM Support

It connects to trusted local partner networks, Ethan, on 4G/5G where available. – James, GotoeSIM Support