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.

Feb 2, 2024

GoMoWorld

Mimiused in 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!

Jan 1, 2024

Frequently Asked Questions

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

There are approximately 110 travel eSIM providers and around 4, 800 prepaid data plans available for use in New Zealand. This wide variety of options makes it easy for travelers to find an eSIM that suits their needs.

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

Yes, several eSIM providers in New Zealand offer unlimited data plans. These include Firsty, Roamify, Billion Connect, Yoho Mobile, Truely, abesteSIM, Yesim, FairPlay and Airhub. All of the plans carry an “unlimited” data label, but most note that speeds may be throttled and a few impose a speed cap (for example, Firsty limits speeds to 256 kbps, while Yoho Mobile and abesteSIM cap speeds at 5 Mbps). Prices for the unlimited options range from free (Firsty’s ad‑supported plan) to roughly $50 USD, with most plans clustering between $3 and $40 USD. Travelers can review the specific validity periods, tethering permissions and network coverage for each provider to find the best fit for 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 eSIM plans that provide a phone number and SMS service in New Zealand are available from GlobaleSIM, Roamify and MoreMins eSIM. GlobaleSIM offers several New Zealand‑targeted packages using the U.S. dialing code +1, with inbound and outbound voice calls and inbound SMS. Roamify supplies New Zealand‑specific eSIMs that use either the French +33 or the British +44 dialing code, and all of their offerings include full inbound/outbound voice and SMS. MoreMins eSIM’s Vodafone Global eSIM uses a +44 UK number and also supports inbound/outbound voice and SMS. In every case the assigned phone number is not a local New Zealand (+64) number; the numbers are foreign to New Zealand but will work for calls and texts while the device is in New Zealand.

Prices for these plans range from a few dollars for a lightweight 1 GB package to around $40 for a 25 GB plan, and validity periods vary from 7 days up to a full year. Travelers interested in a local New Zealand number specifically can look for other providers that supply +64 numbers, but the plans above offer phone number, voice and SMS support for use while in New Zealand.

Summarized by Gen AI. Last updated: November 30, 2025