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Everything you need to know about using eSIMs in Chad
Chad has about 160 travel eSIM providers and roughly 4, 000 prepaid data plans. With a broad range of plans, travelers can easily find an eSIM that fits their needs.
Yes, several eSIM providers supply unlimited data plans for travelers in Chad. Roamify, Yesim, abesteSIM and Truely each offer plans that allow unrestricted data usage, although speed may be throttled after a certain amount of consumption. These plans typically run from one to thirty days of validity and the pricing starts around $15–$17 and can reach up to roughly $266, depending on the package chosen. When selecting a plan, consider your expected data activity and choose a package that comfortably exceeds your estimated usage to stay within budget.
In Chad, the primary Mobile Network Operators (MNOs) providing mobile services are:
Airtel Chad: "A subsidiary of Bharti Airtel, offering extensive mobile coverage and services across the country."
Tigo Chad: "Operated by Millicom, providing a range of mobile telecommunications services nationwide."
Salam: "A state-owned operator delivering mobile services with a focus on expanding network reach."
Additionally, in November 2024, Chad approved the licensing of Starlink, Elon Musk's satellite internet provider, to enhance internet access, particularly in areas lacking fiber optics.
Currently, Chad does not have Mobile Virtual Network Operators (MVNOs).
Travel eSIM plans that include a phone number and SMS are available for Chad. The providers offering such plans include GlobaleSIM, ESIM.DOG, JamboSim, Roamify, EtravelSIM, Orange Travel, and RedEx eSIM. Prices for these plans start around $5 USD for a 1GB 7‑day pack from GlobaleSIM and rise to about $124.60 USD for a 20 GB 365‑day plan from RoameSIM. Validity periods range from 7 days to 365 days. All plans provide inbound and outbound voice calls at least partially and support inbound SMS; many also allow outbound SMS. Dialing codes are mostly +1 (a foreign code used for many roaming plans) or +33 (France, used by several global packages). Only the RedEx eSIM plan uses Chad’s local dialing code +235, giving a genuine local number in Chad.
If a local number is required for everyday use, the RedEx eSIM with dialing code +235 is the sole option in the dataset. The other providers supply phones that can call and receive calls or texts internationally but will appear as foreign numbers (+1, +33, +44, etc.) to local contacts in Chad. Travelers who prefer a local number should verify the cost and available coverage for their device, and they may also consider data‑only eSIMs and VoIP services such as WhatsApp or Telegram, noting that some apps may be restricted in Chad.
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