“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?

There are around 150 providers and more than 7 100 prepaid data plans available for New Zealand. The broad range of options makes it straightforward for travelers to locate an eSIM that matches their needs.

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

Unlimited data eSIM plans for New Zealand are available from several carriers. Providers such as abesteSIM, Roamify, Earth Esim, Truely, Yesim, FairPlay, and Airhub all offer unlimited data options. Some of these plans note that speed may be throttled, with limits ranging from a 5 Mbps cap to a reduced speed of 128 kbps, while others simply allow unrestricted use within normal network constraints. The price range for these unlimited plans spans from as little as $2.39 USD to around $70.00 USD, giving travelers flexibility to choose a budget that 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?

Yes, travel eSIM plans that grant a phone number and SMS service for New Zealand can be purchased. Providers that offer such plans include GlobaleSIM, Roamify, Orange Travel, Airhub, Earth Esim, and TravelKon. Each plan includes a phone number that can receive inbound voice calls and SMS, and allows outbound calls and messages if specified by the provider. The telephone number’s dialing code indicates whether it is local or foreign: GlobaleSIM, Roamify, Orange Travel, Earth Esim and TravelKon usually use non‑local numbers such as +1 (US/Canada), +33 (France), +44 (UK) or +48 (Poland); Airhub, however, provides a local New Zealand number with dialing code +64.

Prices for these travel eSIMs start as low as $4.00 USD for a 7‑day 1 GB data bundle from GlobaleSIM and extend to about $60.00 USD for larger data packages with longer validity periods. Plans are available with validity from 7 days up to 365 days, and many include unlimited data options, broadcasting the ranges of price and duration without listing every individual plan.

Summarized by AI, Last updated: May 25, 2026