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Malawi 3GB 15Days · 3 GB · 15 days

View plan & buy — $14.40
4.5

620 reviews

5 ★ 62%
4 ★ 28%
3 ★ 7%
2 ★ 2%
1 ★ 0%

Coverage & networks

  • Malawi Airtel 4G

Traveller reviews

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Grace T.

Switzerland · Apr 2026

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Solid overall, just wish there was a bit more data for the price.

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support · 3 months ago

So sorry to hear this, Grace. This isn't the standard we aim for. Reach our team at gotoesim.com/support so we can help right away. – Ingrid, GotoeSIM Support

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Carlos K.

Germany · Mar 2026

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

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support · 4 months ago

We're really sorry, Carlos. This isn't the standard we aim for. Please contact us at gotoesim.com/support and we'll sort it out. – Omar, GotoeSIM Support

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Lucas H.

Sweden · Feb 2026

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Solid overall, just wish there was a bit more data for the price.

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support · 5 months ago

We're really sorry, Lucas. That's not the experience we want for Malawi. Please contact us at gotoesim.com/support and we'll sort it out. – Priya 💜

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Emma B.

Netherlands · Dec 2025

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

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support · 7 months ago

We're really sorry, Emma. This isn't the standard we aim for. Reach our team at gotoesim.com/support so we can help right away. – Sara 💜

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Ravi M.

Ireland · Dec 2025

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Install took me two tries but was fine after that. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering.

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support · 7 months ago

Apologies for the trouble, Ravi. This isn't the standard we aim for. Please contact us at gotoesim.com/support and we'll sort it out. – Tom 💜

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Haruto S.

Italy · Nov 2025

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Decent speeds, though slower than I expected in a few spots. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues.

James James GotoeSIM Support · 8 months ago

So sorry to hear this, Haruto. That's not the experience we want for Malawi. Reach our team at gotoesim.com/support so we can help right away. — James, GotoeSIM Support

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Hana K.

New Zealand · Jul 2025

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

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

So sorry to hear this, Hana. That's not the experience we want for Malawi. Reach our team at gotoesim.com/support so we can help right away. – Sophie 💜

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Ravi P.

New Zealand · Jun 2025

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Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more.

David David GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Apologies for the trouble, Ravi. That's not the experience we want for Malawi. Reach our team at gotoesim.com/support so we can help right away. — David

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Camila T.

United States · Apr 2025

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

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

We're really sorry, Camila. We'd love the chance to make this right. Please contact us at gotoesim.com/support and we'll sort it out. — Tom, GotoeSIM Support

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Sri K.

United States · Mar 2025

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

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

So sorry to hear this, Sri. We'd love the chance to make this right. Please contact us at gotoesim.com/support and we'll sort it out. – Grace 💜

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Hugo R.

Switzerland · Feb 2025

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

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

So sorry to hear this, Hugo. That's not the experience we want for Malawi. Please contact us at gotoesim.com/support and we'll sort it out. — Priya, GotoeSIM Support

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Lea R.

Switzerland · Dec 2024

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Solid overall, just wish there was a bit more data for the price.

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

So sorry to hear this, Lea. That's not the experience we want for Malawi. Please contact us at gotoesim.com/support and we'll sort it out. — Tom, GotoeSIM Support

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Daniel T.

UAE · Nov 2024

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Good coverage in the city, a bit patchy in remote areas. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple.

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Apologies for the trouble, Daniel. This isn't the standard we aim for. Please contact us at gotoesim.com/support and we'll sort it out. — Diego

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Nadia M.

Poland · Oct 2024

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Solid overall, just wish there was a bit more data for the price.

David David GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

So sorry to hear this, Nadia. We'd love the chance to make this right. Please contact us at gotoesim.com/support and we'll sort it out. – David, GotoeSIM Support

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Elena C.

India · Sep 2024

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

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Apologies for the trouble, Elena. We'd love the chance to make this right. Please contact us at gotoesim.com/support and we'll sort it out. — Sara, GotoeSIM Support

Frequently asked questions

How much does the Malawi eSIM cost?

The Malawi 3GB 15Days plan costs $14.40 for 3 GB over 15 days, paid once with no hidden fees.

How do I activate my Malawi 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 Malawi.

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 Malawi.

Comments & questions

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Budi M. · 1 week ago

Can I use it in nearby countries too?

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support

This plan covers its listed destination, Budi — for multiple countries, check our regional plans. — Yuki, GotoeSIM Support

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Sofia V. · 1 month ago

Does the validity start on purchase or on first use?

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support

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

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Beatriz D. · 2 months ago

Is roaming charged extra or is it all included?

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support

Roaming is included in the plan, Beatriz — no extra charges, it's all prepaid. — Diego, GotoeSIM Support

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Zoe H. · 2 months ago

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

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support

Install on Wi-Fi before you fly, Zoe — it switches on when you land. — Omar

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James B. · 2 months ago

Does this work on an iPhone 13?

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support

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

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Carlos T. · 4 months ago

Can I use this for hotspot/tethering?

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support

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

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Zoe K. · 5 months ago

Which networks does this connect to?

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support

You'll be on top local networks, Zoe — full details are on the plan page under Coverage. — Mark

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Max N. · 5 months ago

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

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support

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

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Max S. · 6 months ago

Thanks, installed with no problems on my Samsung.

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support

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

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Min-jun M. · 9 months ago

Great guide, the setup steps were really helpful.

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support

So glad it helped, Min-jun! We're always here if you need anything. — Ingrid, GotoeSIM Support

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Hana B. · 9 months ago

Is 5G supported or just 4G?

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support

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

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Sri H. · 1 year ago

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

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support

It's immediate, Sri! The QR code is delivered the moment your payment goes through. — Grace, GotoeSIM Support