Travelling to India? With an esimzu eSIM you get instant mobile data with no roaming fees, from €3,49.
| Data | Validity | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1 GB | 7 d | €3,49 |
| 3 GB | 30 d | €6,99 |
| 5 GB | 30 d | €10,49 |
| 10 GB | 30 d | €17,99 |
| 20 GB | 30 d | €35,49 |
| 50 GB | 30 d | €92,99 |
India has four mobile operators: Jio, Airtel, Vi (Vodafone Idea) and the state company BSNL. Jio has the broadest 4G and 5G coverage, including in smaller cities and rural areas, while Airtel excels in speed in the cities and mountainous destinations. 5G is now available in most major cities. Vi has more variable coverage. Networks: Jio, Airtel, Vi.
For navigation, ride-hailing apps and social media during a round trip we recommend at least 10 GB. If you plan a lot of streaming, choose unlimited.
A local physical SIM card in India requires heavy KYC verification with passport, visa and local address, which makes a travel eSIM much simpler.
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Yes. Our eSIM gives you instant mobile data in India on the local networks, with no roaming fees. Your phone needs to support eSIM and be carrier-unlocked.
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.
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.
Yes. Your own SIM stays in your phone for calls and texts. The eSIM runs alongside it, purely for mobile data in India.
The cheapest eSIM for India at esimzu starts from €3,49, 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.
For an Indian physical SIM card you have to register with passport, visa, a passport photo and a local address, and activation can take 24 to 48 hours. A travel eSIM bypasses that entire KYC procedure and works immediately on arrival.
Jio offers the broadest 4G and 5G coverage in the country, including in rural areas, while Airtel is often faster in the cities and mountain regions. Our eSIM uses these strong local networks, so you stay connected almost everywhere.