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Find the best eSIM for Zambia

Compare 1,796 plans from 96 eSIM brands

About eSIMs in Zambia

Zambia has 1,796 eSIM plans from 96 providers on eSIMzee. 842 are made for Zambia alone, and 954 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 730 days.

Prices start at $1.00, the median plan costs $41.82, the most expensive costs $1,425.55. 792 of them include 5G. The cheapest plan right now is from Superalink: 500 MB for 1 day at $1.00. The providers with the lowest starting prices are Superalink, AirHub, eSIM.DOG and Firsty.

Hotspot sharing is listed on 1,183 of the 1,796 plans, so filter for it if you want to share data with a laptop or a second phone. 438 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 Zambia eSIM plans

All travel eSIM providers for Zambia

96 providers have eSIM plans for Zambia, listed by cheapest starting price.

Frequently asked questions about Zambia eSIMs

Which mobile networks do eSIM plans for Zambia use?

For plans made for Zambia alone, eSIM providers on eSIMzee name Airtel and MTN 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 Zambia?

eSIMzee lists 1,796 prepaid eSIM plans from 96 brands for Zambia. 842 are made for Zambia and 954 are regional or global plans that also cover it. Prices start at $1.00.

Are there unlimited data eSIM plans for Zambia?

Yes. 438 unlimited plans from 20 providers are listed for Zambia, priced from $5.66 to $1,425.55. The cheapest come from Firsty (from $5.66), Truely (from $6.32) and Superalink (from $8.30). Plans that publish a fair-use limit give 500 MB to 20 GB of full-speed data before slowing down to 128 kbps to 2 Mbps.

What is the cheapest eSIM for Zambia?

The cheapest Zambia eSIM right now is from Superalink: 500 MB for 1 day at $1.00. For comparison, the median plan costs $41.82.

Which eSIM has the most data for Zambia?

The largest fixed data allowance comes from Yoverse: 100 GB for 60 days at $149.99. 438 unlimited plans are listed separately.

Can I use hotspot or tethering with a Zambia eSIM?

Hotspot sharing is listed as allowed on 1,183 of the 1,796 plans for Zambia. 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 Zambia?

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

Can I use one eSIM across several countries?

Yes. 954 of the 1,796 plans for Zambia 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.