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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 L.

Indonesia · Jul 2026

✓ Verified

Install took me two tries but was fine after that.

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support · 2 weeks ago

Appreciate you sharing this, Omar. 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. – Sara 💜

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Mohammed H.

Spain · Jul 2026

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Install took me two tries but was fine after that.

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support · 2 weeks ago

Thank you for taking the time, Mohammed. Glad it mostly worked for you in Zambia — we're always improving our coverage. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. – Grace 💜

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Yuki V.

Turkey · Jun 2026

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

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Thank you for taking the time, Yuki. Glad it mostly worked for you in Zambia — we're always improving our coverage. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. – Diego 💜

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Louis N.

Australia · Jun 2026

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Install took me two tries but was fine after that.

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Thanks for the honest feedback, Louis. 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. — Grace, GotoeSIM Support

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Elena D.

South Korea · Jun 2026

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Install took me two tries but was fine after that. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas.

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

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

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Mohammed S.

Australia · Jun 2026

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Decent speeds, though slower than I expected in a few spots. Customer support answered my question quickly.

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

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

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Anna P.

Canada · Apr 2026

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Install took me two tries but was fine after that. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more.

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support · 3 months ago

Thank you for taking the time, Anna. 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, GotoeSIM Support

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Fatima M.

India · Apr 2026

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

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support · 3 months ago

Thank you for taking the time, Fatima. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across Zambia. Reach us anytime at gotoesim.com/support if we can help. – Ken 💜

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Olivia T.

Sweden · Mar 2026

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

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support · 4 months ago

Thanks for the honest feedback, Olivia. 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. — Mark

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Somchai H.

France · Feb 2026

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Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more.

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support · 5 months ago

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

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Pablo F.

Indonesia · Feb 2026

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

James James GotoeSIM Support · 5 months ago

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

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Sven H.

Poland · Jan 2026

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

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support · 6 months ago

Appreciate you sharing this, Sven. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across Zambia. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. – Sophie, GotoeSIM Support

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Thomas R.

South Korea · Jan 2026

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

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support · 6 months ago

Appreciate you sharing this, Thomas. 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

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Beatriz S.

Indonesia · Oct 2025

✓ Verified

Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering.

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support · 9 months ago

Thanks for the honest feedback, Beatriz. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across Zambia. Reach us anytime at gotoesim.com/support if we can help. – Ken 💜

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Sri D.

United States · Sep 2025

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Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple.

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support · 10 months ago

Thanks for the honest feedback, Sri. Glad it mostly worked for you in Zambia — we're always improving our coverage. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. – Yuki 💜

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