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Kenya 500MB/Day · 500 MB/day · 1 days

View plan & buy — $1.67
4.5

620 reviews

5 ★ 63%
4 ★ 26%
3 ★ 8%
2 ★ 2%
1 ★ 1%

Coverage & networks

  • Kenya Safaricom 4G

Traveller reviews

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Arjun L.

Germany · Jun 2026

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

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Thanks for the honest feedback, Arjun. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across Kenya. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. – Priya, GotoeSIM Support

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Budi C.

Saudi Arabia · Jun 2026

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

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

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

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Nguyen F.

Turkey · Jun 2026

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Did the job without any drama. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data.

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Thanks for sharing, Nguyen! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Kenya. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Ken, GotoeSIM Support

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Elena R.

New Zealand · Jun 2026

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Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more.

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Really appreciate this, Elena! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Kenya. Enjoy your journeys! – Ingrid, GotoeSIM Support

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James V.

France · Jun 2026

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

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

So glad to hear this, James! So happy the Kenya eSIM kept you connected. We're here whenever you travel again. – Sara, GotoeSIM Support

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Beatriz H.

Mexico · Jun 2026

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Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Activation was automatic when I arrived in Kenya. Zero regrets.

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Thanks for sharing, Beatriz! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Kenya. We're here whenever you travel again. – Yuki 💜

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Haruto T.

United States · Jun 2026

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Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Telling my friends about this.

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

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

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Kenji C.

New Zealand · Jun 2026

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Exactly what I needed for travelling in Kenya. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Cheers, Kenji! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Kenya. We're here whenever you travel again. — Grace

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Somchai K.

Japan · Jun 2026

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Super easy to set up before I flew out. Coverage was strong even outside the city. Great experience overall.

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

So glad to hear this, Somchai! So happy the Kenya eSIM kept you connected. – Diego, GotoeSIM Support

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Marco F.

Saudi Arabia · Jun 2026

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Saved me a fortune on my holiday. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data. Zero regrets.

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

So glad to hear this, Marco! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. – Anna 💜

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Zoe B.

Vietnam · Jun 2026

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Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues.

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

So glad to hear this, Zoe! So happy the Kenya eSIM kept you connected. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – Mark 💜

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Thomas B.

Australia · Jun 2026

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Exactly what I needed for travelling. Customer support answered my question quickly. Five stars from me.

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

So glad to hear this, Thomas! So happy the Kenya eSIM kept you connected. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Mark, GotoeSIM Support

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Katya L.

Switzerland · Jun 2026

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No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival in Kenya. The QR code arrived instantly by email. Great experience overall.

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

So glad to hear this, Katya! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Enjoy your journeys! – Mark, GotoeSIM Support

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Anna W.

Vietnam · Jun 2026

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Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport in Kenya. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering.

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Thanks for sharing, Anna! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Kenya. — Grace

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Nguyen L.

Germany · Jun 2026

✓ Verified

Did the job without any drama in Kenya. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas.

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Thank you so much, Nguyen! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Come back anytime! – Diego 💜

Frequently asked questions

How much does the Kenya eSIM cost?

The Kenya 500MB/Day plan costs $1.67 for 500 MB/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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Ji-woo T. · 4 days ago

How do I check how much data I have left?

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support

You can check remaining data anytime in the GotoeSIM app under My eSIMs, Ji-woo. — Anna, GotoeSIM Support

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Isabella R. · 2 weeks ago

Does this work on an iPhone 13?

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support

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

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Isabella K. · 1 month ago

Can I use it in nearby countries too?

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support

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

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Diego P. · 1 month ago

Which networks does this connect to?

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support

You'll be on top local networks, Diego — full details are on the plan page under Coverage. – Laura, GotoeSIM Support

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Viktor M. · 2 months ago

Does the validity start on purchase or on first use?

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support

The clock starts on first use in-country, Viktor, so buying early is totally fine. – Ken 💜

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Ethan H. · 4 months ago

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

James James GotoeSIM Support

Install on Wi-Fi before you fly, Ethan — it switches on when you land. – James, GotoeSIM Support

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Carlos M. · 5 months ago

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

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support

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

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Chloe P. · 7 months ago

Will this keep my WhatsApp active with my home number?

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support

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

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Lucia S. · 8 months ago

Thanks, installed with no problems on my Samsung.

David David GotoeSIM Support

It works great on modern Samsung phones, Lucia! Add it via SIM manager and you're set. — David, GotoeSIM Support

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Linh M. · 9 months ago

Can I use this for hotspot/tethering?

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support

Tethering is supported, Linh! Feel free to hotspot to your other devices. – Tom 💜

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Daniel T. · 10 months ago

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

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support

Topping up is easy, Daniel! Just add more data to your existing eSIM in the app. — Ingrid, GotoeSIM Support

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Beatriz M. · 11 months ago

Great guide, the setup steps were really helpful.

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support

Thanks Beatriz, that means a lot! Reach out anytime. — Sophie