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New Zealand 1GB/Day FUP1Mbps · 1 GB/day · 1 days

View plan & buy — $1.49
4.6

620 reviews

5 ★ 66%
4 ★ 26%
3 ★ 5%
2 ★ 2%
1 ★ 1%

Coverage & networks

  • New Zealand One NZ 5G

Traveller reviews

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Omar V.

Spain · May 2025

✓ Verified

Did the job without any drama in New Zealand. The QR code arrived instantly by email.

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Cheers, Omar! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. – Ken 💜

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Hana W.

Philippines · May 2025

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Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare.

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you so much, Hana! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Enjoy your journeys! – Ken 💜

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Wei V.

UAE · May 2025

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Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly in New Zealand. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Made staying connected effortless.

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you so much, Wei! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in New Zealand. Enjoy your journeys! — Mark

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Nadia N.

Mexico · May 2025

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No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Telling my friends about this.

David David GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you for the kind words, Nadia! Love that you were online the moment you landed in New Zealand. Come back anytime! — David, GotoeSIM Support

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Aisha C.

Philippines · May 2025

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Saved me a fortune on my holiday. The QR code arrived instantly by email. Exactly as described — no surprises.

James James GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Really appreciate this, Aisha! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. – James 💜

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Viktor T.

Ireland · May 2025

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Exactly what I needed for travelling. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Five stars from me.

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks for sharing, Viktor! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in New Zealand. We're here whenever you travel again. – Ingrid, GotoeSIM Support

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Budi L.

Malaysia · Apr 2025

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Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. A must-have for international travel.

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you so much, Budi! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Ken

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Zoe W.

Indonesia · Apr 2025

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Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more. Five stars from me.

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

So glad to hear this, Zoe! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in New Zealand. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – Sara, GotoeSIM Support

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Budi K.

Sweden · Apr 2025

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Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Coverage was strong even outside the city. Great experience overall.

James James GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks for sharing, Budi! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Come back anytime! – James 💜

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Ava B.

Egypt · Apr 2025

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Exactly what I needed for travelling. The QR code arrived instantly by email.

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Really appreciate this, Ava! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. – Tom, GotoeSIM Support

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Min-jun T.

United Kingdom · Apr 2025

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Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code in New Zealand. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Highly recommend for any traveller.

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you so much, Min-jun! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Enjoy your journeys! – Anna 💜

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Elena S.

Thailand · Apr 2025

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Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. The QR code arrived instantly by email.

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks a lot, Elena! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. We're here whenever you travel again. — Yuki, GotoeSIM Support

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Thomas H.

Italy · Apr 2025

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

James James GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks a lot, Thomas! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. — James, GotoeSIM Support

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Ravi S.

Philippines · Apr 2025

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

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Apologies for the trouble, Ravi. We'd love the chance to make this right. Reach our team at gotoesim.com/support so we can help right away. – Omar, GotoeSIM Support

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Fatima G.

Spain · Apr 2025

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Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. Activation was automatic when I arrived.

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you for the kind words, Fatima! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Laura, GotoeSIM Support

Frequently asked questions

How much does the New Zealand eSIM cost?

The New Zealand 1GB/Day FUP1Mbps plan costs $1.49 for 1 GB/day over 1 days, paid once with no hidden fees.

How do I activate my New Zealand 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 New Zealand.

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 New Zealand.

Comments & questions

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Somchai M. · 1 week ago

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

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support

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

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Hugo M. · 1 week ago

Great guide, the setup steps were really helpful.

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support

So glad it helped, Hugo! We're always here if you need anything. — Anna, GotoeSIM Support

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Nadia S. · 1 month ago

Is 5G supported or just 4G?

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support

Yes Nadia, 5G is supported where the local network offers it, otherwise fast 4G. — Sophie

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Somchai S. · 1 month ago

Does the validity start on purchase or on first use?

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support

Validity usually starts when you first connect in your destination, Somchai — not at purchase. — Emma, GotoeSIM Support

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Daniel P. · 2 months ago

Thanks, installed with no problems on my Samsung.

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support

Yes Daniel, recent Samsung Galaxy models support eSIM — add it under Settings › Connections › SIM manager. — Anna

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Ananya R. · 2 months ago

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

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support

We recommend installing before you travel, Ananya, then it activates automatically on arrival. – Emma 💜

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Thomas N. · 2 months ago

Which networks does this connect to?

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support

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

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Ingrid B. · 4 months ago

Is roaming charged extra or is it all included?

James James GotoeSIM Support

No surprise fees, Ingrid! Roaming is part of the plan and never billed separately. — James

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Ananya H. · 6 months ago

How do I check how much data I have left?

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support

Your usage is tracked live in the app, Ananya — check My eSIMs anytime. – Laura 💜

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Katya H. · 9 months ago

Does this work on an iPhone 13?

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support

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

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Viktor H. · 11 months ago

Will this keep my WhatsApp active with my home number?

James James GotoeSIM Support

Your number stays active for WhatsApp, Viktor! The eSIM just handles data. – James, GotoeSIM Support

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Linh F. · 11 months ago

Can I use this for hotspot/tethering?

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support

Yes Linh, hotspot/tethering works fine — share your data to a laptop or tablet anytime. – Sophie 💜