Tanzania eSIM — reviews & details
Tanzania 500MB/Day · 500 MB/day · 1 days
10 reviews
Coverage & networks
- Tanzania Airtel 5G
Traveller reviews
Sofia N.
South Korea · Jul 2026
Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing.
James
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago Thank you for the kind words, Sofia! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Come back anytime! — James
Pablo F.
South Korea · Jul 2026
No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more.
Anna
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago Cheers, Pablo! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Anna, GotoeSIM Support
Nguyen D.
Indonesia · Jul 2026
Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Activation was automatic when I arrived in Tanzania. Exactly as described — no surprises.
Laura
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago Thank you for the kind words, Nguyen! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Tanzania. Come back anytime! — Laura, GotoeSIM Support
Andre G.
Poland · Jul 2026
Saved me a fortune on my holiday in Tanzania. Coverage was strong even outside the city.
Anna
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago Really appreciate this, Andre! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Anna, GotoeSIM Support
Linh L.
Poland · Jul 2026
Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more. Exactly as described — no surprises.
Laura
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago Thank you for the kind words, Linh! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. We're here whenever you travel again. — Laura, GotoeSIM Support
Fatima M.
Canada · Jul 2026
Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple.
Priya
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago Thanks for the honest feedback, Fatima. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across Tanzania. Reach us anytime at gotoesim.com/support if we can help. — Priya
Anna F.
Ireland · Jul 2026
No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival in Tanzania. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Exactly as described — no surprises.
Anna
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago Really appreciate this, Anna! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. We're here whenever you travel again. — Anna
Ethan S.
Italy · Jul 2026
Install took me two tries but was fine after that.
Priya
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago Thanks for the honest feedback, Ethan. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across Tanzania. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. — Priya
Kenji S.
UAE · Jul 2026
Saved me a fortune on my holiday in Tanzania. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Telling my friends about this.
Ingrid
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago Cheers, Kenji! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. – Ingrid, GotoeSIM Support
Omar G.
France · Jul 2026
No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival in Tanzania. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Would definitely buy again.
Ken
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago Thank you so much, Omar! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. – Ken 💜
Frequently asked questions
How much does the Tanzania eSIM cost?
The Tanzania 500MB/Day plan costs $3.06 for 500 MB/day over 1 days, paid once with no hidden fees.
How do I activate my Tanzania 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 Tanzania.
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 Tanzania.
Comments & questions
Giulia T. · 2 months ago
How long does the QR code take to arrive after payment?
Your QR code arrives instantly, Giulia — within seconds of payment, by email and in your account. — Diego
Ravi M. · 4 months ago
Can I use it in nearby countries too?
This plan covers its listed destination, Ravi — for multiple countries, check our regional plans. – Emma 💜
Zoe C. · 5 months ago
Great guide, the setup steps were really helpful.
Thanks Zoe, that means a lot! Reach out anytime. – Mark, GotoeSIM Support
Wei B. · 5 months ago
Does this work on an iPhone 13?
Absolutely, Wei! Any iPhone XS or newer supports it. Scan the QR in Settings › Cellular. — Tom
Andre S. · 5 months ago
Thanks, installed with no problems on my Samsung.
It works great on modern Samsung phones, Andre! Add it via SIM manager and you're set. – Tom 💜
Beatriz V. · 6 months ago
Do I need to install it before I travel or after I arrive?
Install on Wi-Fi before you fly, Beatriz — it switches on when you land. — Grace
Hugo G. · 7 months ago
Does the validity start on purchase or on first use?
Validity usually starts when you first connect in your destination, Hugo — not at purchase. — Yuki
Sophia N. · 7 months ago
Can I top up the same eSIM instead of buying a new one?
Topping up is easy, Sophia! Just add more data to your existing eSIM in the app. — Priya
Ananya W. · 8 months ago
Which networks does this connect to?
You'll be on top local networks, Ananya — full details are on the plan page under Coverage. — Sara, GotoeSIM Support
Mei N. · 10 months ago
Can I use this for hotspot/tethering?
Yes Mei, hotspot/tethering works fine — share your data to a laptop or tablet anytime. – Omar, GotoeSIM Support
Pablo S. · 11 months ago
Will this keep my WhatsApp active with my home number?
Your number stays active for WhatsApp, Pablo! The eSIM just handles data. – Sophie 💜
Kenji W. · 1 year ago
Is 5G supported or just 4G?
5G is available where covered, Kenji — you'll always get the best speed on offer. — James