eSIM Bhutan

Travelling to Bhutan? With an esimzu eSIM you get instant mobile data with no roaming fees, from €3,99.

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DataValidityPrice
1 GB7 d€3,99
3 GB30 d€8,99
5 GB30 d€13,99
10 GB30 d€26,49
20 GB30 d€48,49

Coverage and networks

Bhutan has two networks: B-Mobile (Bhutan Telecom) and TashiCell. B-Mobile has the broadest coverage and serves around 90 percent of the inhabited valleys with 4G, while TashiCell performs especially well in Thimphu. In cities such as Thimphu, Paro and Punakha reception is good, but remote mountain regions have many dead zones. Networks: B-Mobile, TashiCell.

For the tourist route of Thimphu, Paro and Punakha, 3 to 5 GB is enough. For treks in the high mountains, you should often expect no signal at all.

Bhutan is a remote Himalayan country; beyond the cities and main roads coverage is limited, and on treks reception often disappears entirely.

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Frequently asked questions

Does an eSIM work in Bhutan?

Yes. Our eSIM gives you instant mobile data in Bhutan on the local networks, with no roaming fees. Your phone needs to support eSIM and be carrier-unlocked.

How much data do I need for Bhutan?

It depends on your trip. For mostly maps and messaging, 1 to 3 GB is plenty. If you use navigation, social media and some streaming, plan for roughly 1 GB every two to three days.

How fast do I get my eSIM?

Right after payment. You receive a QR code on screen and by email immediately. It is best to install it at home over Wi-Fi before you leave.

Do I keep my own phone number?

Yes. Your own SIM stays in your phone for calls and texts. The eSIM runs alongside it, purely for mobile data in Bhutan.

What is the cheapest eSIM for Bhutan?

The cheapest eSIM for Bhutan at esimzu starts from €3,99, with a lowest-price guarantee. You pay in euros by Bancontact, card or crypto and receive the eSIM instantly by QR code, with no app or physical SIM card.

Which network is best for a trip through Bhutan?

B-Mobile (Bhutan Telecom) has the broadest nationwide coverage, around 90 percent of the inhabited valleys with 4G. TashiCell often wins on speed in Thimphu. For a tour along the main destinations, B-Mobile is the safest choice.

Will I have internet during a trek in the Himalayas?

Usually not. Because of the mountainous terrain there are many dead zones, and on remote treks reception often disappears completely. In villages, towns and along many main roads there is 4G. For the mountains, count on offline maps.