Find the best eSIM for Palau

There are 8 travel eSIM brands available for use in Palau, along with 51 prepaid data plans. The selection is moderate, so while the choice is not as extensive as in larger markets, travelers can still find a plan that matches their needs.

Currently, there are no unlimited data eSIM plans available for Palau. Travelers planning a trip to Palau should estimate their likely data usage based on anticipated activities like web browsing, social media, or streaming. Selecting a plan with a sufficient data allowance to comfortably cover these activities is recommended to avoid additional costs or service interruptions.

In Palau, the primary Mobile Network Operators (MNOs) are:

• Palau National Communications Corporation (PNCC): The state-owned telecommunications provider, offering nationwide mobile voice and data services, including 3G and 4G coverage.

• Palau Mobile Communications Inc. (PMCI): A newer entrant in the market, providing LTE services to both residents and visitors, with a focus on high-quality communication services.

Additionally, PT Waves launched as a low-cost mobile operator in 2018, aiming to make mobile communication more affordable in Palau.

Palau does not have Mobile Virtual Network Operators (MVNOs); therefore, all mobile services are provided directly by these MNOs.

Travel eSIM plans that include a local phone number and SMS capability are not available for Palau. Travelers can still longer access data services in Palau through the available data‑only eSIM options and can use voice or text over the internet via VoIP applications such as WhatsApp, Telegram or iMessage.