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?

More than 100 travel eSIM providers and over 4 200 prepaid data plans are available for use in New Zealand. With such a wide variety of options, travelers can easily find an eSIM that fits their needs.

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

Yes, several eSIM providers offer unlimited data plans for travelers in New Zealand. Firsty’s plan is free but comes with advertisements and a severe speed limit of 256 kbps; the other plans range from roughly $0.00 to $73.00 USD and are priced depending on how long you need the data, from a single day up to a month. Speed can be throttled on all of them, and a few plans (Yoho Mobile, abesteSIM) list an explicit cap of about 5 Mbps, while the remaining plans indicate that speeds may be reduced during heavy usage periods. When choosing a plan, consider the length of your stay, the amount of traffic you expect to generate, and whether you need the ability to tether other devices—many of the unlimited options include tethering support.

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.

Summarized by Gen AI. Last updated: September 7, 2025