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Zambia 3GB/Day FUP1Mbps · 3 GB/day · 1 days

View plan & buy — $18.90
4.5

620 reviews

5 ★ 65%
4 ★ 25%
3 ★ 6%
2 ★ 2%
1 ★ 1%

Coverage & networks

  • Zambia Airtel 4G

Traveller reviews

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Omar S.

Switzerland · Nov 2025

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Exactly what I needed for travelling. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing.

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support · 8 months ago

Thank you so much, Omar! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Zambia. We're here whenever you travel again. – Grace, GotoeSIM Support

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Sophia C.

Vietnam · Nov 2025

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

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support · 8 months ago

Apologies for the trouble, Sophia. That's not the experience we want for Zambia. Please contact us at gotoesim.com/support and we'll sort it out. – Priya, GotoeSIM Support

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Pablo M.

France · Nov 2025

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Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Made staying connected effortless.

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support · 8 months ago

So glad to hear this, Pablo! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Zambia. – Anna, GotoeSIM Support

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Carlos N.

France · Nov 2025

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Great value compared to roaming charges. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare.

David David GotoeSIM Support · 8 months ago

Cheers, Carlos! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. – David 💜

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Wei P.

United Kingdom · Nov 2025

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Connected the moment I landed. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple.

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support · 8 months ago

Thanks for sharing, Wei! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. – Laura, GotoeSIM Support

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Max F.

Ireland · Nov 2025

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No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. Exactly as described — no surprises.

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support · 8 months ago

Thanks a lot, Max! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. – Tom, GotoeSIM Support

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Sarah D.

Vietnam · Nov 2025

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Super easy to set up before I flew out in Zambia. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. Made staying connected effortless.

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support · 8 months ago

Thank you so much, Sarah! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Come back anytime! — Sophie, GotoeSIM Support

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Ji-woo S.

Canada · Nov 2025

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Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Activation was automatic when I arrived. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support · 8 months ago

Thanks for sharing, Ji-woo! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. We're here whenever you travel again. – Ken, GotoeSIM Support

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Camila D.

Mexico · Nov 2025

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Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more.

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support · 8 months ago

Really appreciate this, Camila! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Enjoy your journeys! — Sophie, GotoeSIM Support

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James V.

New Zealand · Nov 2025

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Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Exactly as described — no surprises.

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support · 8 months ago

Thank you for the kind words, James! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. — Mark

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Daniel B.

New Zealand · Nov 2025

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Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Exactly as described — no surprises.

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support · 8 months ago

Thanks a lot, Daniel! So happy the Zambia eSIM kept you connected. We're here whenever you travel again. – Omar, GotoeSIM Support

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Kenji G.

Vietnam · Nov 2025

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First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support · 8 months ago

Cheers, Kenji! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Priya, GotoeSIM Support

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Katya M.

Thailand · Nov 2025

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Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing.

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support · 8 months ago

So glad to hear this, Katya! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. – Omar 💜

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Ji-woo T.

Malaysia · Nov 2025

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Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing.

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support · 8 months ago

Thanks a lot, Ji-woo! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. – Ingrid 💜

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Max R.

India · Nov 2025

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Exactly what I needed for travelling. Activation was automatic when I arrived. Telling my friends about this.

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support · 8 months ago

Cheers, Max! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Ken 💜

Frequently asked questions

How much does the Zambia eSIM cost?

The Zambia 3GB/Day FUP1Mbps plan costs $18.90 for 3 GB/day over 1 days, paid once with no hidden fees.

How do I activate my Zambia 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 Zambia.

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 Zambia.

Comments & questions

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Ravi D. · 2 weeks ago

Great guide, the setup steps were really helpful.

David David GotoeSIM Support

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

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Max T. · 1 month ago

Thanks, installed with no problems on my Samsung.

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support

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

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Emma W. · 1 month ago

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

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support

Yes Emma, you can top up the same eSIM anytime — no need to buy a new one. – Ken 💜

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Aisha N. · 1 month ago

Will this keep my WhatsApp active with my home number?

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support

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

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Sophia G. · 4 months ago

Is roaming charged extra or is it all included?

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support

Roaming is included in the plan, Sophia — no extra charges, it's all prepaid. — Ingrid, GotoeSIM Support

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Wei T. · 6 months ago

Can I use this for hotspot/tethering?

James James GotoeSIM Support

Tethering is supported, Wei! Feel free to hotspot to your other devices. – James 💜

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Diego N. · 6 months ago

Does this work on an iPhone 13?

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support

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

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Chloe H. · 7 months ago

How do I check how much data I have left?

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support

You can check remaining data anytime in the GotoeSIM app under My eSIMs, Chloe. – Yuki 💜

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Ava G. · 10 months ago

Is 5G supported or just 4G?

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support

5G is available where covered, Ava — you'll always get the best speed on offer. — Priya

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Ava K. · 10 months ago

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

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support

We recommend installing before you travel, Ava, then it activates automatically on arrival. – Laura, GotoeSIM Support

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Hugo B. · 1 year ago

Does the validity start on purchase or on first use?

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support

The clock starts on first use in-country, Hugo, so buying early is totally fine. — Mark

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Carlos P. · 1 year ago

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

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support

It's immediate, Carlos! The QR code is delivered the moment your payment goes through. — Sophie, GotoeSIM Support