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Rwanda eSIM — reviews & details

Rwanda 1GB/Day · 1 GB/day · 1 days

View plan & buy — $7.01
4.5

620 reviews

5 ★ 63%
4 ★ 26%
3 ★ 8%
2 ★ 3%
1 ★ 1%

Coverage & networks

  • Rwanda Airtel 4G

Traveller reviews

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Olivia L.

New Zealand · Oct 2024

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First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing.

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you for the kind words, Olivia! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Come back anytime! — Mark

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Katya V.

Turkey · Oct 2024

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Great value compared to roaming charges. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more. Five stars from me.

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you for the kind words, Katya! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Come back anytime! — Diego

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Nguyen L.

Saudi Arabia · Oct 2024

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Did the job without any drama in Rwanda. The QR code arrived instantly by email. Exactly as described — no surprises.

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Really appreciate this, Nguyen! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. — Anna, GotoeSIM Support

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Somchai D.

Ireland · Oct 2024

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Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing.

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

So glad to hear this, Somchai! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Anna

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Beatriz P.

United States · Oct 2024

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Exactly what I needed for travelling. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data.

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you so much, Beatriz! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Rwanda. We're here whenever you travel again. – Tom 💜

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Fatima D.

Australia · Oct 2024

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First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Customer support answered my question quickly. Great experience overall.

James James GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Really appreciate this, Fatima! So happy the Rwanda eSIM kept you connected. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — James

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Noah K.

Indonesia · Sep 2024

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Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. A must-have for international travel.

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks a lot, Noah! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Rwanda. We're here whenever you travel again. – Priya, GotoeSIM Support

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Mohammed D.

Australia · Sep 2024

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Connected the moment I landed. Activation was automatic when I arrived in Rwanda. Great experience overall.

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Really appreciate this, Mohammed! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. — Emma, GotoeSIM Support

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Lea S.

Malaysia · Sep 2024

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Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code in Rwanda. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues.

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks for sharing, Lea! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Rwanda. Enjoy your journeys! — Emma, GotoeSIM Support

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Lucas S.

United Kingdom · Sep 2024

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Saved me a fortune on my holiday in Rwanda. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more. Would definitely buy again.

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you for the kind words, Lucas! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Rwanda. We're here whenever you travel again. – Anna 💜

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Wei T.

Singapore · Sep 2024

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Exactly what I needed for travelling. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Telling my friends about this.

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Really appreciate this, Wei! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Rwanda. — Sara

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Haruto P.

Canada · Aug 2024

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No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival in Rwanda. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple.

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks for sharing, Haruto! So happy the Rwanda eSIM kept you connected. We're here whenever you travel again. — Omar

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Sri G.

United Kingdom · Aug 2024

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Connected the moment I landed. Coverage was strong even outside the city.

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you for the kind words, Sri! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. — Tom

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Somchai T.

Singapore · Aug 2024

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Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Activation was automatic when I arrived. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you for the kind words, Somchai! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Enjoy your journeys! – Omar, GotoeSIM Support

Frequently asked questions

How much does the Rwanda eSIM cost?

The Rwanda 1GB/Day plan costs $7.01 for 1 GB/day over 1 days, paid once with no hidden fees.

How do I activate my Rwanda 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 Rwanda.

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 Rwanda.

Comments & questions

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Aisha P. · 3 weeks 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, Aisha — it switches on when you land. — James, GotoeSIM Support

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Arjun C. · 3 months ago

Does the validity start on purchase or on first use?

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support

Validity usually starts when you first connect in your destination, Arjun — not at purchase. — Priya

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Budi B. · 4 months ago

Thanks, installed with no problems on my Samsung.

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support

It works great on modern Samsung phones, Budi! Add it via SIM manager and you're set. – Sara, GotoeSIM Support

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Anna K. · 5 months ago

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

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support

It's immediate, Anna! The QR code is delivered the moment your payment goes through. — Laura

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Hana T. · 5 months ago

Does this work on an iPhone 13?

David David GotoeSIM Support

Absolutely, Hana! Any iPhone XS or newer supports it. Scan the QR in Settings › Cellular. – David, GotoeSIM Support

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Marco C. · 6 months ago

Can I use it in nearby countries too?

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support

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

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Wei D. · 7 months ago

Which networks does this connect to?

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support

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

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Pablo R. · 7 months ago

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

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support

Topping up is easy, Pablo! Just add more data to your existing eSIM in the app. – Anna, GotoeSIM Support

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Diego L. · 9 months ago

Great guide, the setup steps were really helpful.

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support

So glad it helped, Diego! We're always here if you need anything. – Sophie, GotoeSIM Support

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Ananya N. · 9 months ago

Is 5G supported or just 4G?

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support

Yes Ananya, 5G is supported where the local network offers it, otherwise fast 4G. – Grace, GotoeSIM Support

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Sarah P. · 10 months ago

How do I check how much data I have left?

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support

You can check remaining data anytime in the GotoeSIM app under My eSIMs, Sarah. – Mark, GotoeSIM Support

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Sri N. · 1 year ago

Can I use this for hotspot/tethering?

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support

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