“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 roughly 170 travel eSIM providers and more than 5, 400 prepaid data plans, giving travelers a wide variety of options to choose from.

Are there any unlimited data eSIM plans available for Ghana?

There are several eSIM providers that offer unlimited data for Ghana. Truely, Roamify and Yesim each have plans that supply unlimited data for a validity period of one to thirty days. These plans allow tethering and run on the 5G network, although speed may be throttled during periods of high traffic. The price for an unlimited plan starts around 7.92 USD and can rise to about 266 USD, giving travelers a range of options to accommodate different budgets and usage requirements.

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 for Ghana do exist. Providers such as GlobaleSIM, ESIM.DOG, JamboSim, Airhub, Orange Travel and RedEx eSIM offer plans that include inbound and outbound voice calls, inbound or both inbound and outbound SMS, and a phone number that can be used in Ghana. Dialing codes used across these plans are +233 (a true local Ghanaian number, available with Airhub), +1 (a U.S./Canada number used in many GlobaleSIM and JamboSim plans), +48 (a Polish number offered by Orange Travel), +33 (a French number in several ESIM.DOG and EtravelSIM packs), +376 (an Austrian number with RedEx) and +44 (a UK number in other European‑centric plans). Prices for such eSIMs start around $5 for small data bundles and can go up to roughly $125 for 20‑GB Global plans that last up to 365 days; validity periods range from 7 days up to an entire year, with data caps from 1 GB to 50 GB.

These eSIMs give you a number you can dial from Ghana and receive SMS, but note that only the +233 numbers are truly local. All other numbers are foreign, so while you can still make calls and receive messages, the number may appear as a foreign number to contacts. Travelers who rely on VoIP or messaging apps should verify that those services work freely in Ghana, as some destinations may restrict them.

Summarized by AI, Last updated: Aug 2, 2026