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Kenya 3GB/Day · 3 GB/day · 1 days

View plan & buy — $7.29
4.5

620 reviews

5 ★ 61%
4 ★ 28%
3 ★ 7%
2 ★ 2%
1 ★ 1%

Coverage & networks

  • Kenya Safaricom 4G

Traveller reviews

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Nadia L.

Spain · Jan 2026

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Good coverage in the city, a bit patchy in remote areas.

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support · 6 months ago

Thank you for taking the time, Nadia. Glad it mostly worked for you in Kenya — we're always improving our coverage. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. – Ingrid 💜

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Beatriz S.

Poland · Dec 2025

✓ Verified

Solid overall, just wish there was a bit more data for the price. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering.

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support · 6 months ago

Appreciate you sharing this, Beatriz. Good to hear it did the job, and we're working to make it even better. Reach us anytime at gotoesim.com/support if we can help. — Diego, GotoeSIM Support

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Beatriz W.

Netherlands · Dec 2025

✓ Verified

Decent speeds, though slower than I expected in a few spots. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple.

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support · 7 months ago

Thanks for the honest feedback, Beatriz. Glad it mostly worked for you in Kenya — we're always improving our coverage. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. – Ken, GotoeSIM Support

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Arjun C.

Switzerland · Dec 2025

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Install took me two tries but was fine after that. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more.

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support · 7 months ago

Thanks for the honest feedback, Arjun. 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. – Tom 💜

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Hugo M.

Vietnam · Dec 2025

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Install took me two tries but was fine after that. Activation was automatic when I arrived.

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support · 7 months ago

Appreciate you sharing this, Hugo. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across Kenya. Reach us anytime at gotoesim.com/support if we can help. — Ingrid, GotoeSIM Support

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Sofia W.

United States · Dec 2025

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Decent speeds, though slower than I expected in a few spots. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more.

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support · 7 months ago

Appreciate you sharing this, Sofia. Good to hear it did the job, and we're working to make it even better. Reach us anytime at gotoesim.com/support if we can help. – Ken, GotoeSIM Support

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Diego S.

India · Dec 2025

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

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support · 7 months ago

Appreciate you sharing this, Diego. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across Kenya. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. — Omar

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Ji-woo L.

Netherlands · Nov 2025

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Install took me two tries but was fine after that.

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support · 8 months ago

Thank you for taking the time, Ji-woo. 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. — Priya

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Priya M.

Japan · Nov 2025

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Good coverage in the city, a bit patchy in remote areas.

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support · 8 months ago

Thanks for the honest feedback, Priya. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across Kenya. Reach us anytime at gotoesim.com/support if we can help. — Sara, GotoeSIM Support

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Aisha D.

Egypt · Nov 2025

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Decent speeds, though slower than I expected in a few spots. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing.

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support · 8 months ago

Thank you for taking the time, Aisha. 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. – Anna 💜

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Sophia P.

UAE · Nov 2025

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Solid overall, just wish there was a bit more data for the price. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering.

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support · 8 months ago

Thank you for taking the time, Sophia. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across Kenya. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. — Grace, GotoeSIM Support

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Chloe G.

Indonesia · Oct 2025

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

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support · 9 months ago

Thanks for the honest feedback, Chloe. 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. — Ken

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Nguyen D.

United Kingdom · Oct 2025

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Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing.

David David GotoeSIM Support · 9 months ago

Thanks for the honest feedback, Nguyen. Good to hear it did the job, and we're working to make it even better. Reach us anytime at gotoesim.com/support if we can help. — David

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Diego T.

Turkey · Sep 2025

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Install took me two tries but was fine after that. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues.

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support · 10 months ago

Thanks for the honest feedback, Diego. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across Kenya. Reach us anytime at gotoesim.com/support if we can help. — Ken

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Budi W.

France · Sep 2025

✓ Verified

Good coverage in the city, a bit patchy in remote areas. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing.

David David GotoeSIM Support · 10 months ago

Appreciate you sharing this, Budi. 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. — David

Frequently asked questions

How much does the Kenya eSIM cost?

The Kenya 3GB/Day plan costs $7.29 for 3 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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Mateo D. · 4 weeks ago

How do I check how much data I have left?

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support

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

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Zoe F. · 1 month ago

Thanks, installed with no problems on my Samsung.

James James GotoeSIM Support

It works great on modern Samsung phones, Zoe! Add it via SIM manager and you're set. — James

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Mei G. · 1 month ago

Can I use it in nearby countries too?

David David GotoeSIM Support

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

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Kenji B. · 2 months ago

Which networks does this connect to?

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support

It connects to trusted local partner networks, Kenji, on 4G/5G where available. — Tom

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Sven R. · 2 months ago

Is roaming charged extra or is it all included?

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support

No surprise fees, Sven! Roaming is part of the plan and never billed separately. — Sara, GotoeSIM Support

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Beatriz D. · 3 months ago

Is 5G supported or just 4G?

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support

Yes Beatriz, 5G is supported where the local network offers it, otherwise fast 4G. – Ingrid 💜

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Olivia T. · 4 months ago

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

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support

We recommend installing before you travel, Olivia, then it activates automatically on arrival. — Priya

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Katya H. · 4 months ago

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

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support

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

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Aisha H. · 5 months ago

Great guide, the setup steps were really helpful.

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support

So glad it helped, Aisha! We're always here if you need anything. — Yuki

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Pablo C. · 5 months ago

Can I use this for hotspot/tethering?

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support

Tethering is supported, Pablo! Feel free to hotspot to your other devices. — Grace, GotoeSIM Support

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Somchai L. · 6 months ago

Does this work on an iPhone 13?

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support

Absolutely, Somchai! Any iPhone XS or newer supports it. Scan the QR in Settings › Cellular. — Diego, GotoeSIM Support

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Ingrid R. · 6 months ago

Does the validity start on purchase or on first use?

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support

The clock starts on first use in-country, Ingrid, so buying early is totally fine. — Sophie, GotoeSIM Support