“I'm was in Auckland for five days, got a eSIM from Yesim for 3gb for seven days. Simple process and it worked flawlessly when I landed. Internet breakout is in Poland though, so there's a little latency, not a big issue but might be annoying for video calls.

Don't recommend their app though, it immediately began sending push notification spam every few hours. The website works fine for keeping track of usage though.”

SeaWolf

Feb 2, 2024

GoMoWorld New Zealand

“Not good. Installed the eSIM and everything looked as though it should work. Settings were correct! But although I had full network coverage according to my phone nothing would load and i wasn’t connected to the internet!? And the GoMoWorld app kept telling me that I hadn’t downloaded the eSIM? I tried all the troubleshooting and nothing worked!”

Mimi

Jan 1, 2024

New Zealand Travel eSIM FAQ

Everything you need to know about using eSIMs in New Zealand

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

New Zealand offers around 150 eSIM providers and more than 7, 000 prepaid data plans. With such a wide variety of options, travelers can easily find an eSIM that suits their needs.

Are there any unlimited data eSIM plans available for New Zealand?

Yes, several providers list unlimited data eSIMs that cover New Zealand. All of the plans are 5G and allow tethering except for Airhub, which offers unlimited data but indicates speed throttling without a specified tethering policy. Speed throttling is typical across the board; abesteSIM can reduce speed to 128 kbps in heavy‑traffic situations and caps data flow at 5 Mbps, while Earth Esim and Truely set a 5 Mbps ceiling. Roamify, Yesim, and FairPlay note that speed may be reduced during peak times but do not quote a strict limit. Pricing ranges from $2.38 USD for a single‑day plan to about $72 USD for a 30‑day plan, with most options falling between $3 USD and $60 USD. Travelers should assess their expected data use and choose a plan whose budget and speed profile fits their needs.

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

In New Zealand, three primary Mobile Network Operators (MNOs) provide extensive coverage and services:

Spark: Established in 1987 (formerly known as Telecom), Spark offers nationwide 4G and expanding 5G services, covering approximately 98% of the country.
One NZ: Previously known as Vodafone, One NZ provides 4G and 5G services, reaching 99% of areas where New Zealanders live and work.
2degrees: Launched in 2009, 2degrees offers 4G and expanding 5G services, covering 98.5% of the places New Zealanders live and work.

In addition to these MNOs, New Zealand has several Mobile Virtual Network Operators (MVNOs) that lease network access from the major carriers to offer their own mobile services. Examples include Warehouse Mobile (using the 2degrees network) and Kogan Mobile (using the One NZ network). 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 New Zealand?

Travel eSIMs with a phone number and SMS for New Zealand are available. Providers such as GlobaleSIM, Roamify, and Orange Travel offer plans that give a foreign phone number – GlobaleSIM uses dialing code +1, Roamify offers numbers with +1, +33, or +44, and Orange Travel’s New Zealand plans use +48 or +33. Voice calls are typically inbound and outbound, and most plans support inbound and outbound SMS, although a few only allow inbound messages. Local New Zealand dialing code +64 is not provided with these eSIMs.

Prices for these plans start around $4 for a 1 GB 7‑day package and rise to about $105 for a 20 GB plan that lasts 365 days. Validity periods vary from 7 days up to a year, and data allowances range from 1 GB to over 100 GB, giving travelers flexible options for staying connected while in New Zealand.

Summarized by AI, Last updated: May 21, 2026