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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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Aisha R.

Ireland · Jan 2025

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Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Customer support answered my question quickly. Exactly as described — no surprises.

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Really appreciate this, Aisha! So happy the New Zealand eSIM kept you connected. Enjoy your journeys! — Tom, GotoeSIM Support

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Diego K.

Vietnam · Jan 2025

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Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Zero regrets.

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

So glad to hear this, Diego! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. – Ingrid, GotoeSIM Support

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Sri H.

Vietnam · Jan 2025

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Connected the moment I landed in New Zealand. Coverage was strong even outside the city. Would definitely buy again.

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks for sharing, Sri! Love that you were online the moment you landed in New Zealand. Come back anytime! – Sara 💜

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Anna P.

Saudi Arabia · Jan 2025

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Super easy to set up before I flew out. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple. Five stars from me.

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks a lot, Anna! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in New Zealand. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Ken 💜

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Katya C.

Brazil · Jan 2025

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Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple. Telling my friends about this.

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you so much, Katya! Love that you were online the moment you landed in New Zealand. – Sara, GotoeSIM Support

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Diego C.

Canada · Jan 2025

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Did the job without any drama. Activation was automatic when I arrived.

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

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

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Haruto M.

Singapore · Jan 2025

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Saved me a fortune on my holiday. The QR code arrived instantly by email.

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you so much, Haruto! So happy the New Zealand eSIM kept you connected. Come back anytime! — Sara, GotoeSIM Support

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Elena P.

Egypt · Jan 2025

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Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first. Coverage was strong even outside the city.

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Appreciate you sharing this, Elena. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across New Zealand. Reach us anytime at gotoesim.com/support if we can help. – Mark, GotoeSIM Support

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Lea T.

Switzerland · Jan 2025

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Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process in New Zealand. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more.

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

So glad to hear this, Lea! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in New Zealand. — Ingrid

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Olivia P.

Egypt · Dec 2024

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Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering.

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks for sharing, Olivia! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. — Mark

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Hugo P.

France · Dec 2024

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Saved me a fortune on my holiday. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data. Made staying connected effortless.

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Cheers, Hugo! So happy the New Zealand eSIM kept you connected. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Diego 💜

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Grace L.

South Korea · Dec 2024

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Great value compared to roaming charges. The QR code arrived instantly by email.

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks for sharing, Grace! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Come back anytime! – Laura 💜

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Olivia N.

Malaysia · Dec 2024

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Super easy to set up before I flew out. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you for the kind words, Olivia! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. We're here whenever you travel again. – Ingrid 💜

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Thomas H.

France · Dec 2024

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

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

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

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Ingrid G.

Poland · Dec 2024

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Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process in New Zealand. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more.

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

So glad to hear this, Ingrid! Love that you were online the moment you landed in New Zealand. We're here whenever you travel again. – Grace, 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 💜