Maldives eSIM — reviews & details
Maldives 20GB 30Days · 20 GB · 30 days
620 reviews
Coverage & networks
- Maldives Dhiraagu 4G
Traveller reviews
Mei R.
Switzerland · Jan 2026
Decent speeds, though slower than I expected in a few spots. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas.
Omar
GotoeSIM Support
· 6 months ago Thank you for taking the time, Mei. 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. – Omar 💜
Ryan R.
UAE · Jan 2026
Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Highly recommend for any traveller.
Omar
GotoeSIM Support
· 6 months ago Really appreciate this, Ryan! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Maldives. — Omar, GotoeSIM Support
Ji-woo N.
Ireland · Jan 2026
Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first.
Grace
GotoeSIM Support
· 6 months ago Appreciate you sharing this, Ji-woo. Glad it mostly worked for you in Maldives — we're always improving our coverage. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. — Grace
Liam K.
Philippines · Jan 2026
Did the job without any drama. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. Great experience overall.
Sara
GotoeSIM Support
· 6 months ago Thank you so much, Liam! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Sara
Sven B.
Egypt · Jan 2026
Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. A must-have for international travel.
James
GotoeSIM Support
· 6 months ago Thanks for sharing, Sven! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. — James
Arjun V.
Thailand · Jan 2026
Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. Exactly as described — no surprises.
Diego
GotoeSIM Support
· 6 months ago So glad to hear this, Arjun! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Diego, GotoeSIM Support
Camila W.
Ireland · Jan 2026
First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering.
Diego
GotoeSIM Support
· 6 months ago Thank you for the kind words, Camila! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Diego
Sofia V.
Thailand · Jan 2026
Good coverage in the city, a bit patchy in remote areas.
Grace
GotoeSIM Support
· 6 months ago Apologies for the trouble, Sofia. We'd love the chance to make this right. Reach our team at gotoesim.com/support so we can help right away. — Grace, GotoeSIM Support
Daniel S.
Australia · Jan 2026
Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. The QR code arrived instantly by email. Great experience overall.
Emma
GotoeSIM Support
· 6 months ago Thank you so much, Daniel! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. We're here whenever you travel again. — Emma, GotoeSIM Support
Min-jun V.
Mexico · Jan 2026
Connected the moment I landed. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Great experience overall.
Sophie
GotoeSIM Support
· 6 months ago Thanks a lot, Min-jun! So happy the Maldives eSIM kept you connected. Come back anytime! – Sophie 💜
Beatriz V.
Netherlands · Jan 2026
No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data.
Sophie
GotoeSIM Support
· 6 months ago Thanks for sharing, Beatriz! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Come back anytime! — Sophie, GotoeSIM Support
Omar S.
Poland · Jan 2026
Decent speeds, though slower than I expected in a few spots.
Laura
GotoeSIM Support
· 6 months ago Thank you for taking the time, Omar. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across Maldives. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. — Laura
Ananya M.
Spain · Jan 2026
Did the job without any drama. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Telling my friends about this.
Priya
GotoeSIM Support
· 6 months ago Thanks for sharing, Ananya! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. — Priya, GotoeSIM Support
Anna W.
Sweden · Jan 2026
Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code in Maldives. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple. Highly recommend for any traveller.
David
GotoeSIM Support
· 6 months ago Thanks for sharing, Anna! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Maldives. — David, GotoeSIM Support
Louis B.
Indonesia · Dec 2025
No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. A must-have for international travel.
Mark
GotoeSIM Support
· 6 months ago Thank you so much, Louis! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. – Mark 💜
Frequently asked questions
How much does the Maldives eSIM cost?
The Maldives 20GB 30Days plan costs $156.24 for 20 GB over 30 days, paid once with no hidden fees.
How do I activate my Maldives 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 Maldives.
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 Maldives.
Comments & questions
Priya T. · 1 month ago
Do I need to install it before I travel or after I arrive?
Install on Wi-Fi before you fly, Priya — it switches on when you land. – Omar, GotoeSIM Support
Viktor H. · 2 months ago
Does the validity start on purchase or on first use?
The clock starts on first use in-country, Viktor, so buying early is totally fine. — Ken, GotoeSIM Support
Anna K. · 3 months ago
Great guide, the setup steps were really helpful.
Thanks Anna, that means a lot! Reach out anytime. — Diego, GotoeSIM Support
Isabella C. · 3 months ago
How long does the QR code take to arrive after payment?
Your QR code arrives instantly, Isabella — within seconds of payment, by email and in your account. – Priya, GotoeSIM Support
Hana G. · 4 months ago
Will this keep my WhatsApp active with my home number?
Yes Hana, WhatsApp keeps working with your home number — the eSIM only carries data. — David, GotoeSIM Support
Yuki B. · 4 months ago
Is roaming charged extra or is it all included?
No surprise fees, Yuki! Roaming is part of the plan and never billed separately. – Tom, GotoeSIM Support
Wei R. · 5 months ago
Can I use this for hotspot/tethering?
Yes Wei, hotspot/tethering works fine — share your data to a laptop or tablet anytime. – Yuki, GotoeSIM Support
Anna N. · 6 months ago
Which networks does this connect to?
You'll be on top local networks, Anna — full details are on the plan page under Coverage. — Mark, GotoeSIM Support
Zoe L. · 7 months ago
Can I use it in nearby countries too?
This plan covers its listed destination, Zoe — for multiple countries, check our regional plans. — Sophie, GotoeSIM Support
Aisha W. · 10 months ago
Thanks, installed with no problems on my Samsung.
It works great on modern Samsung phones, Aisha! Add it via SIM manager and you're set. – Grace 💜
Grace K. · 11 months ago
How do I check how much data I have left?
You can check remaining data anytime in the GotoeSIM app under My eSIMs, Grace. — Anna, GotoeSIM Support
Zoe B. · 1 year ago
Is 5G supported or just 4G?
5G is available where covered, Zoe — you'll always get the best speed on offer. — Emma, GotoeSIM Support