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Find the best eSIM for Ethiopia

Compare 476 plans from 50 eSIM brands

About eSIMs in Ethiopia

Ethiopia has 476 eSIM plans from 50 providers on eSIMzee. 380 are made for Ethiopia alone, and 96 are regional or global plans that also work there. Fixed data allowances run from 100 MB to 100 GB. Validity runs from 1 day to 365 days.

Prices start at $1.00, the median plan costs $64.00, the most expensive costs $1,172.95. 193 of them include 5G. The cheapest plan right now is from Orbit Mobile: 1 GB for 1 day at $1.00. The providers with the lowest starting prices are Orbit Mobile, AirHub, eSIM.DOG and GoMoWorld.

Hotspot sharing is listed on 360 of the 476 plans, so filter for it if you want to share data with a laptop or a second phone. 110 plans are unlimited, so check each one's full-speed allowance before you buy. Compare the price per GB rather than the headline price, and choose a validity that matches the length of your trip. Confirm that your phone supports eSIM with our device checker, and install the plan over Wi-Fi before you travel.

All Ethiopia eSIM plans

All travel eSIM providers for Ethiopia

50 providers have eSIM plans for Ethiopia, listed by cheapest starting price.

Frequently asked questions about Ethiopia eSIMs

Which mobile networks do eSIM plans for Ethiopia use?

For plans made for Ethiopia alone, eSIM providers on eSIMzee name Ethio Telecom as the local network. Which network you connect to depends on the plan, so check the plan details before you buy.

How many travel eSIM brands and prepaid plans are available for Ethiopia?

eSIMzee lists 476 prepaid eSIM plans from 50 brands for Ethiopia. 380 are made for Ethiopia and 96 are regional or global plans that also cover it. Prices start at $1.00.

Are there unlimited data eSIM plans for Ethiopia?

Yes. 110 unlimited plans from 9 providers are listed for Ethiopia, priced from $9.90 to $539.58. The cheapest come from Truely (from $9.90), Ubigi (from $19.00) and Breeze (from $42.00). Plans that publish a fair-use limit give 1 GB to 20 GB of full-speed data before slowing down to 512 kbps to 2 Mbps.

What is the cheapest eSIM for Ethiopia?

The cheapest Ethiopia eSIM right now is from Orbit Mobile: 1 GB for 1 day at $1.00. For comparison, the median plan costs $64.00.

Which eSIM has the most data for Ethiopia?

The largest fixed data allowance comes from Orbit Mobile: 100 GB for 365 days at $120.00. 110 unlimited plans are listed separately.

Can I use hotspot or tethering with a Ethiopia eSIM?

Hotspot sharing is listed as allowed on 360 of the 476 plans for Ethiopia. Plans that do not say so may still allow it, so confirm with the provider before you buy.

Do I need a compatible phone to use an eSIM in Ethiopia?

Yes. Your phone must support eSIM and be network-unlocked to install a Ethiopia eSIM. Use the device checker to confirm your model before you buy.

Can I use one eSIM across several countries?

Yes. 96 of the 476 plans for Ethiopia are regional or global eSIMs that also work in other countries, so one plan can cover a multi-country trip. See Africa eSIM plans or the multi-country eSIM page.