Nomad eSIM Data Plans for New Zealand

Nomad does not provide a true unlimited data eSIM for New Zealand. The plans that carry the word “unlimited” still offer a data cap of 2GB per day; after that limit is reached, the speed is reduced to 1000 kbps.

Instead, Nomad offers fixed‑data plans for New Zealand that can suit heavier data users. Examples include a 20GB plan valid for 30 days priced at $27.00 USD, a 30GB plan valid for 60 days priced at $45.00 USD, and a 50GB plan valid for 45 days priced at $51.00 USD. These plans provide a higher overall data allowance without the post‑limit throttling that applies to the “unlimited” named plans.

Nomad does not provide an eSIM plan for New Zealand that includes a phone number or SMS capability. The only options available are data‑only eSIMs.

Travelers who need voice or text messaging can rely on VoIP applications such as WhatsApp, Telegram or iMessage, which work over the data connection provided by the eSIM.

Nomad offers 9 single‑country plans and 28 multi‑country plans for travelers heading to New Zealand, with list prices ranging from $4.50 to $170.00 and data caps between 1 GB and 50 GB. Some plans bundle a fixed amount of data for the entire validity period, while others provide a daily data allowance that can be used at any point during the plan’s duration.