“I subscribed to the 50 GB package
But with a little use it turned out to be quite the trick
I have used 750 MB, this is what my phone shows in the usage history
But in their application it shows that I have consumed 1.5 GB
For your information, I tried two other applications and did not suffer from this problem at all
So I tried this application because the package price was good
But it turns out that it is fake and you will only get half
”

Yamin

May 9, 2024

Nigeria Travel eSIM FAQ

Everything you need to know about using eSIMs in Nigeria

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

Nigeria offers more than 210 travel eSIM brands and roughly 7, 100 prepaid data plans, giving travelers a wide variety of options and making it easy to find an eSIM that suits their needs.

Are there any unlimited data eSIM plans available for Nigeria?

Unlimited data eSIM plans for Nigeria are offered by several providers. Earth Esim, ASIMGO, Roamify and Yesim all provide unlimited data options, though each plan may include speed throttling or a maximum speed limit (for example, Earth Esim caps speed at 1 Mbps, ASIMGO at 5 Mbps, while the others note potential throttling without a specified limit). Prices for these unlimited plans range from about $8.99 to $266.00 USD, depending on the provider and the validity period chosen. Travelers should consider their expected data usage and the speed limits when selecting a plan to ensure it meets their needs.

What are the major mobile networks available for a travel eSIM in Nigeria?

MTN Nigeria: A subsidiary of the South African multinational MTN Group, MTN Nigeria is one of the largest mobile operators in the country, offering extensive voice and data services.
Airtel Nigeria: Part of the Indian telecommunications company Bharti Airtel, Airtel Nigeria provides a wide range of mobile services, including voice and data, with significant market presence.
Glo Mobile (Globacom Limited): A Nigerian multinational telecommunications company, Glo Mobile offers comprehensive mobile services and is known for its competitive data plans.
9mobile (formerly Etisalat Nigeria): A Nigerian telecommunications company, 9mobile provides mobile voice and data services, focusing on innovative solutions for its customers.

In addition to these major Mobile Network Operators (MNOs), Nigeria has recently seen the emergence of Mobile Virtual Network Operators (MVNOs). MVNOs offer mobile services by leasing access from major carriers. For example, Vitel Wireless has become the country's first MVNO to be issued a mobile number series by the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC). However, it's important to note that most travel eSIMs rely on MNO infrastructure, not MVNOs.

Can I get a travel eSIM with a phone number and SMS for Nigeria?

Travel eSIM plans that include a phone number and SMS service for Nigeria are offered by several providers. The main options come from GlobaleSIM, JamboSim, ESIM.DOG 🐶, Roamify, RedEx eSIM, and Orange Travel. These plans provide voice calling (inbound and outbound) and SMS (inbound and outbound) but the phone number is not local for most of them: the bulk use the United States dialing code +1, while RedEx eSIM uses the actual Nigerian code +234 and Orange Travel uses the French code +33.

Prices for these plans start around $5 for the cheapest GlobaleSIM 1 GB, 7‑day offer, and rise to roughly $35 or more for full‑featured packages such as the 10 GB, 30‑day RedEx and Orange Travel plans that also give a local Nigeria number. Validity periods vary from a single week to a month, with the more expensive packages extending to 60, 180 or even 365 days. All available travel eSIMs support data, voice, and SMS, with many also allowing tethering to other Wi‑Fi‑enabled devices.

Summarized by AI, Last updated: Oct 5, 2026