“Unfortunately, the SIM card was very unreliable in Australia. Despite having full 4G/5G signal, we often had to wait several minutes for websites to load. There are definitely better SIM card options available for Australia.”

Kevin

May 8, 2025

Roamless Australia

“installed today on to a Telco Village eSim.me physical sim card. Worked first time on the install. no messing about with apn settings etc.

Only need it to stream Spotify and radio stations online so can't say how fast it is but it connected to the Telstra network in Australia which has the best coverage. From what I've read Roamless allow roaming on multiple carriers in certain countries so useful if one carrier is out of reach.

only had it a few hours so can't say anything about reliability yet. but the built in voip calling to landlines from the app is a nice touch, using the credit in your account. and to make a call you don't even need to be using their eSim. any data connection will work.
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Palmplex

Oct 17, 2024

Australia Travel eSIM FAQ

Everything you need to know about using eSIMs in Australia

How many travel eSIM brands (providers) are available for use in Australia, and how many prepaid data plans are there?

There are more than 170 providers and over 10, 400 prepaid data plans available for use in Australia, giving travelers a wide variety of options to choose an eSIM that best suits their needs.

Are there any unlimited data eSIM plans available for Australia?

Yes, several eSIM providers offer unlimited data plans for travel in Australia. These plans are generally priced between about $3.50 USD and $52.00 USD, giving travelers a broad range of budget options. Many of the unlimited offerings allow tethering, but most indicate that speeds may be throttled during heavy traffic, and a few specify explicit speed limits – for example, one provider caps speed at 5 Mbps and another at 1 Mbps. Network coverage is typically delivered over 5G, ensuring fast connectivity when available. Travelers can choose from a variety of validity periods (from 1 to 30 days) to match the length of their trip, and can compare the specific features of each provider to find a plan that balances cost, speed, and tethering flexibility.

What are the major mobile networks available for a travel eSIM in Australia?

Telstra: Australia's largest telecommunications company, offering extensive mobile coverage, including remote areas, and a comprehensive range of services.
Optus: The second-largest provider, delivering widespread 4G and 5G coverage across major cities and regional areas, with competitive plans and promotions.
Vodafone: A key player in the Australian mobile market, providing reliable services and recently enhancing its coverage through a network-sharing agreement with Optus.

In addition to these major Mobile Network Operators (MNOs), Australia hosts several Mobile Virtual Network Operators (MVNOs). MVNOs offer mobile services by leasing access from the major carriers, often providing cost-effective alternatives. Notable local MVNOs include Boost Mobile and ALDImobile. However, it's important to note that most travel eSIMs rely on MNO infrastructure, not MVNOs.

Can I get a travel eSIM with a phone number and SMS for Australia?

Yes, travel eSIMs that include a phone number and SMS capability are available for travel to Australia. Providers such as GlobaleSIM, ESIM.DOG, JamboSim, Orange Travel, Airhub, RedEx eSIM, and others offer plans that give you an internationally reachable number that can receive and send voice calls and SMS. The dialing code on these numbers is usually foreign – most plans use +1, +48, +33, or +376 – but some inventories also provide a local +61 number that can be used like a domestic Australian line. Prices for such plans start as low as $4.00 USD for a 1GB data package with 7‑day validity and range up to several weeks or months for larger data bundles. These plans also include both inbound and outbound voice capabilities, while SMS support is available for inbound only in some cases or for both inbound and outbound in others.

Summarized by AI, Last updated: Jul 16, 2026