“Purchased an eSim from Global Yo advertised as $11 and that was the price in the shopping basked, but once I entered my credit card Global Yo charged 20$ on my credit card and sent an invoice in that amount.
There was never any warning that the price in basked was not the final price. ”

Klaus

Jun 1, 2024

Ghana Travel eSIM FAQ

Everything you need to know about using eSIMs in Ghana

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

Ghana offers over 200 travel eSIM brands and more than 7, 200 prepaid data plans. The wide variety of options makes it easy for travelers to find an eSIM that fits their needs.

Are there any unlimited data eSIM plans available for Ghana?

Unlimited data eSIM plans for Ghana are available from several providers. Truely, Roamify, Yesim, ASIMGO and Ohayu each offer plans that allow unlimited data usage, though the speed may be throttled in most cases. ASIMGO specifies a maximum speed limit of 5 Mbps, while Ohayu caps speeds at 1 Mbps; the other providers do not list explicit limits but note that speeds may be reduced. Prices for these unlimited plans range from around $7.92 to $266.00 USD, depending on the provider and validity period.

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

Ghana's telecommunications sector is served by several major Mobile Network Operators (MNOs), each offering a range of services:

MTN Ghana: A subsidiary of the MTN Group, MTN Ghana provides extensive mobile voice and data services, including high-speed 4G and 5G connectivity, and operates the "MTN Mobile Money" service.
Telecel Ghana: Formerly Vodafone Ghana, Telecel Ghana offers mobile voice and data services, broadband internet, and fixed-line services, along with "Vodafone Cash" mobile money services.
AirtelTigo: Formed from the merger of Airtel and Tigo, AirtelTigo provides mobile voice and data services, as well as "AirtelTigo Money" mobile money services.
Glo Mobile Ghana (Globacom): A subsidiary of Globacom, Glo Mobile Ghana offers mobile voice and data services, contributing to the competitive pricing in the sector.

In addition to these MNOs, Ghana hosts several Mobile Virtual Network Operators (MVNOs) that provide mobile services by leasing access from major carriers. These MVNOs often cater to specific customer segments or offer niche services. However, it's important to note that most travel eSIMs rely on the infrastructure of the primary MNOs rather than MVNOs.

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

Travel eSIMs that provide a phone number and SMS capability can be purchased for use while visiting Ghana. Several providers offer such plans, including GlobaleSIM, JamboSim, ESIM.DOG, Airplans, Roamify, Orange Travel, and others. These plans give you a local or foreign phone number, support voice calling (inbound and/or outbound), and allow SMS transmissions.

The available packages span validity periods from 7 to 30 days and data allowances from 1GB up to 30GB, with prices beginning around $5 USD for a 7‑day 1‑GB option and increasing to more than $35 USD for larger data sets or longer durations. Dialing codes used by the plans include +1 (used by GlobaleSIM and many global plans in the dataset), +48 and +33 (used by Orange Travel’s regional packages), +44 (used by Airhub), and +233 (a genuine Ghana dialing code, used by RedEx eSIM). While plans with +233 or +48 / +33 provide numbers that are formally local to Ghana, those with +1 or +44 are foreign numbers that still function for calling and texting within Ghana.

Summarized by AI, Last updated: Sep 24, 2026