“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 more than 210 travel eSIM providers and over 13, 400 prepaid data plans available for New Zealand. With 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?

There are several unlimited‑data eSIM options for travelers to New Zealand. Providers such as Earth Esim, Roamify, ASIMGO, Yesim, Truely, abesteSIM, Ohayu, Orange Travel and FairPlay each offer unlimited data plans across validity periods ranging from one to twenty days, depending on the provider. Most of these plans allow tethering, but several state that speed may be throttled or capped at a maximum of 1 Mbps, 5 Mbps or 10 Mbps; Earth Esim, for example, lists specific speed limits up to 10 Mbps. Prices for these unlimited plans vary widely, with the lowest starting around $1.99 USD and the highest exceeding $35 USD, so travelers can choose a budget that fits their needs while ensuring unlimited connectivity during their stay.

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 for New Zealand are available from several providers. The lowest priced option is a 7‑day 1 GB GlobaleSIM eSIM for $4.00 USD, which offers inbound and outbound voice and SMS. Other affordable plans include JamboSim, ESIM.DOG, AirPlans, Roamify, and Orange Travel, all of which start around $11–$24 USD and offer similar voice and SMS capabilities. The numbers supplied by these plans use foreign dialing codes – for example +1 from the United States and its territories, +48 from Poland, and +33 from France – so the number will not be a local +64 New Zealand number.

These global numbers allow you to make and receive calls and send and receive SMS while you travel across New Zealand; however, the cost of outbound calls depends on the roaming tariff of the local network and the provider’s agreement. If you specifically need a +64 New Zealand phone number, the listed travel eSIMs do not provide one. Travelers who only require data can opt for data‑only eSIMs and use VoIP applications such as WhatsApp, Telegram, or iMessage, keeping in mind that some applications may be restricted in certain destinations.

Summarized by AI, Last updated: Sep 23, 2026