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Uganda 1GB/Day · 1 GB/day · 1 days

View plan & buy — $5.96
4.5

620 reviews

5 ★ 60%
4 ★ 30%
3 ★ 7%
2 ★ 2%
1 ★ 1%

Coverage & networks

  • Uganda Airtel 5G

Traveller reviews

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Ji-woo S.

Philippines · Jun 2026

✓ Verified

Decent speeds, though slower than I expected in a few spots. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas.

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Thanks for the honest feedback, Ji-woo. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across Uganda. Reach us anytime at gotoesim.com/support if we can help. — Grace

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Diego T.

Brazil · Jun 2026

✓ Verified

Good coverage in the city, a bit patchy in remote areas. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas.

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Thanks for the honest feedback, Diego. Glad it mostly worked for you in Uganda — we're always improving our coverage. Reach us anytime at gotoesim.com/support if we can help. — Mark, GotoeSIM Support

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Emma T.

Netherlands · May 2026

✓ Verified

Decent speeds, though slower than I expected in a few spots. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data.

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support · 2 months ago

Thank you for taking the time, Emma. Good to hear it did the job, and we're working to make it even better. Reach us anytime at gotoesim.com/support if we can help. — Tom, GotoeSIM Support

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Wei W.

Japan · May 2026

✓ Verified

Good coverage in the city, a bit patchy in remote areas. The QR code arrived instantly by email.

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support · 2 months ago

Appreciate you sharing this, Wei. Glad it mostly worked for you in Uganda — we're always improving our coverage. Reach us anytime at gotoesim.com/support if we can help. – Mark, GotoeSIM Support

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Mohammed K.

Poland · May 2026

✓ Verified

Decent speeds, though slower than I expected in a few spots. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing.

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support · 2 months ago

Appreciate you sharing this, Mohammed. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across Uganda. Reach us anytime at gotoesim.com/support if we can help. — Sophie

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Ji-woo R.

Netherlands · Apr 2026

✓ Verified

Solid overall, just wish there was a bit more data for the price. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering.

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support · 3 months ago

Thank you for taking the time, Ji-woo. Glad it mostly worked for you in Uganda — we're always improving our coverage. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. — Yuki

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Marco L.

New Zealand · Mar 2026

✓ Verified

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

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support · 4 months ago

Thanks for the honest feedback, Marco. Glad it mostly worked for you in Uganda — we're always improving our coverage. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. — Sara, GotoeSIM Support

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Linh K.

Turkey · Jan 2026

✓ Verified

Good coverage in the city, a bit patchy in remote areas.

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support · 5 months ago

Appreciate you sharing this, Linh. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across Uganda. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. — Laura, GotoeSIM Support

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Lucia C.

Australia · Jan 2026

✓ Verified

Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas.

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support · 5 months ago

Thank you for taking the time, Lucia. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across Uganda. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. — Diego

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Sarah S.

Philippines · Jan 2026

✓ Verified

Install took me two tries but was fine after that. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple.

David David GotoeSIM Support · 6 months ago

Thanks for the honest feedback, Sarah. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across Uganda. Reach us anytime at gotoesim.com/support if we can help. — David

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Ingrid V.

Thailand · Jan 2026

✓ Verified

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

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support · 6 months ago

Thank you for taking the time, Ingrid. 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. — Tom, GotoeSIM Support

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Giulia M.

Indonesia · Jan 2026

✓ Verified

Solid overall, just wish there was a bit more data for the price.

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support · 6 months ago

Appreciate you sharing this, Giulia. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across Uganda. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. — Ken

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Pablo L.

Sweden · Dec 2025

✓ Verified

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

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support · 6 months ago

Thank you for taking the time, Pablo. Glad it mostly worked for you in Uganda — we're always improving our coverage. Reach us anytime at gotoesim.com/support if we can help. — Laura, GotoeSIM Support

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Thomas F.

Germany · Nov 2025

✓ Verified

Solid overall, just wish there was a bit more data for the price. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare.

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support · 8 months ago

Thank you for taking the time, Thomas. Glad it mostly worked for you in Uganda — we're always improving our coverage. Reach us anytime at gotoesim.com/support if we can help. — Diego

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Andre H.

Brazil · Aug 2025

✓ Verified

Install took me two tries but was fine after that.

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support · 11 months ago

Thank you for taking the time, Andre. Good to hear it did the job, and we're working to make it even better. Reach us anytime at gotoesim.com/support if we can help. — Sophie

Frequently asked questions

How much does the Uganda eSIM cost?

The Uganda 1GB/Day plan costs $5.96 for 1 GB/day over 1 days, paid once with no hidden fees.

How do I activate my Uganda 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 Uganda.

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 Uganda.

Comments & questions

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Priya M. · 3 weeks ago

Will this keep my WhatsApp active with my home number?

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support

Yes Priya, WhatsApp keeps working with your home number — the eSIM only carries data. — Mark

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Arjun L. · 1 month ago

How do I check how much data I have left?

David David GotoeSIM Support

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

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Budi C. · 2 months ago

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

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support

Install on Wi-Fi before you fly, Budi — it switches on when you land. – Sara 💜

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Yuki T. · 5 months ago

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

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support

Your QR code arrives instantly, Yuki — within seconds of payment, by email and in your account. — Anna

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Ji-woo T. · 5 months ago

Is roaming charged extra or is it all included?

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support

Roaming is included in the plan, Ji-woo — no extra charges, it's all prepaid. – Priya 💜

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Katya P. · 6 months ago

Great guide, the setup steps were really helpful.

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support

Thanks Katya, that means a lot! Reach out anytime. – Tom, GotoeSIM Support

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Wei G. · 6 months ago

Thanks, installed with no problems on my Samsung.

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support

Yes Wei, recent Samsung Galaxy models support eSIM — add it under Settings › Connections › SIM manager. — Omar, GotoeSIM Support

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Ava M. · 8 months ago

Can I use this for hotspot/tethering?

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support

Tethering is supported, Ava! Feel free to hotspot to your other devices. – Emma 💜

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Sri G. · 8 months ago

Does this work on an iPhone 13?

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support

Yes Sri, it works on iPhone XS and newer — just add the eSIM under Settings › Cellular › Add eSIM. – Priya 💜

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Sofia M. · 9 months ago

Does the validity start on purchase or on first use?

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support

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

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Viktor W. · 11 months ago

Which networks does this connect to?

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support

You'll be on top local networks, Viktor — full details are on the plan page under Coverage. – Diego, GotoeSIM Support

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Wei T. · 1 year ago

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

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support

Topping up is easy, Wei! Just add more data to your existing eSIM in the app. — Yuki, GotoeSIM Support