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Compare 2,679 plans from 104 eSIM brands

About eSIMs in Kenya

Kenya has 2,679 eSIM plans from 104 providers on eSIMzee. 1,232 are made for Kenya alone, and 1,447 are regional or global plans that also work there. Fixed data allowances run from 100 MB to 500 GB. Validity runs from 1 day to 730 days.

Prices start at $0.50, the median plan costs $40.00, the most expensive costs $1,295.21. 1,249 of them include 5G. The cheapest plan right now is from eSIM.DOG: 100 MB for 7 days at $0.50. The providers with the lowest starting prices are eSIM.DOG, Superalink, AirHub and Strong eSIM.

Hotspot sharing is listed on 1,861 of the 2,679 plans, so filter for it if you want to share data with a laptop or a second phone. 732 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 Kenya eSIM plans

All travel eSIM providers for Kenya

104 providers have eSIM plans for Kenya, listed by cheapest starting price.

Frequently asked questions about Kenya eSIMs

Which mobile networks do eSIM plans for Kenya use?

For plans made for Kenya alone, eSIM providers on eSIMzee name Airtel, Safaricom and Zain as the local networks. 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 Kenya?

eSIMzee lists 2,679 prepaid eSIM plans from 104 brands for Kenya. 1,232 are made for Kenya and 1,447 are regional or global plans that also cover it. Prices start at $0.50.

Are there unlimited data eSIM plans for Kenya?

Yes. 732 unlimited plans from 31 providers are listed for Kenya, priced from $3.90 to $947.65. The cheapest come from Gigago (from $3.90), Abest eSIM (from $4.09) and MicroEsim (from $4.63). Plans that publish a fair-use limit give 300 MB to 20 GB of full-speed data before slowing down to 128 kbps to 5.1 Mbps.

What is the cheapest eSIM for Kenya?

The cheapest Kenya eSIM right now is from eSIM.DOG: 100 MB for 7 days at $0.50. For comparison, the median plan costs $40.00.

Which eSIM has the most data for Kenya?

The largest fixed data allowance comes from iRoamly: 500 GB for 7 days at $62.00. 732 unlimited plans are listed separately.

Can I use hotspot or tethering with a Kenya eSIM?

Hotspot sharing is listed as allowed on 1,861 of the 2,679 plans for Kenya. 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 Kenya?

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

Can I use one eSIM across several countries?

Yes. 1,447 of the 2,679 plans for Kenya 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.