I am currently in Pakistan. I am using Mobimatter 17GB, 365days Asia Pacific plan. If I trust my ipad bar, signal is very strong, but I cannot see even a small web page. 4 out of 5, it fails, even when it succeed , it takes many minutes to download a simple page. Please find what is the problem. Is it because of this region(Hunza)? Because in china, it was OK. But I don't think you can call Pakistan service area, if the service quality is this low.

May 18, 2023

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Pakistan offers about 120 travel eSIM providers and roughly 4, 900 prepaid data plans. This provides travelers with a wide variety of options to choose from.

Are there any unlimited data eSIM plans available for Pakistan?

Unlimited data eSIM plans are currently offered by several providers in Pakistan. Yoho Mobile, Roamify, Billion Connect, Truely, abesteSIM, and Yesim all have plans that allow unlimited data usage, although most of them apply a speed throttle after a certain data threshold or a maximum speed of 5 Mbps. Tethering is permitted across these plans. Prices for unlimited data vary widely depending on the validity period, ranging roughly from $3.29 for a 1‑day option to $299.63 for a 30‑day pass. Travelers should review each provider’s specific speed policy and validity options to choose the plan that best matches their data needs and budget.

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

Pakistan's mobile network infrastructure is supported by several major Mobile Network Operators (MNOs), each offering extensive coverage and a range of services:

Jazz: Formed by the merger of Mobilink and Warid, Jazz is the largest mobile network operator in Pakistan, providing 2G, 3G, and 4G LTE services nationwide.
Telenor Pakistan: A subsidiary of the Norwegian Telenor Group, Telenor Pakistan offers 2G, 3G, and 4G LTE services, known for its reliable network coverage and competitive pricing.
Zong (CMPak): Owned by China Mobile, Zong provides 2G, 3G, and 4G LTE services, recognized for its high-speed internet and affordable data packages.
Ufone: A subsidiary of Pakistan Telecommunication Company Limited (PTCL), Ufone offers 2G, 3G, and 4G services, focusing on quality voice and data packages.
Special Communications Organization (SCO): A government-owned entity operating primarily in Azad Jammu and Kashmir and Gilgit-Baltistan, SCO provides 2G, 3G, and 4G services in these regions.

In Pakistan, Mobile Virtual Network Operators (MVNOs) lease network access from major carriers to offer mobile services. However, 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 Pakistan?

Travel eSIMs that provide a phone number and SMS capability are available for Pakistan. The two independent providers that offer such plans are GlobaleSIM and Roamify. GlobaleSIM’s eSIMs cover data volumes from 1 GB to 20 GB, with validity periods ranging from 7 days to 30 days and prices from about $4 to $44 USD. They include inbound and outbound voice services and inbound SMS. Roamify offers similar data ranges but with longer validity options up to 365 days, pricing from roughly $15 to $105 USD, and they provide both inbound and outbound voice and SMS. All of the included phone numbers use the foreign dialing code +1, so the line is not a local Pakistani number; callers will need to use the +1 prefix when dialing.

Summarized by Gen AI. Last updated: February 22, 2026