Find the best eSIM for São Tomé and Príncipe

São Tomé and Príncipe offers 6 travel eSIM providers and 19 prepaid data plans. Although the selection is relatively small, travelers can still choose a plan that matches their needs.

Currently, there are no unlimited data eSIM plans available for São Tomé and Príncipe. Travelers should estimate their data usage based on anticipated activities such as browsing, social media, or streaming, and select a plan with a data allowance that comfortably covers these needs throughout their trip.

São Tomé and Príncipe is served by two primary Mobile Network Operators (MNOs):

• Companhia Santomense de Telecomunicações (CST): Established in 1990, CST is the state-owned telecommunications provider offering mobile voice and data services, including 2G, 3G, and, as of August 2023, 4G LTE coverage across the islands.

• Unitel São Tomé and Príncipe: A subsidiary of Angola-based Unitel International Holdings, Unitel began operations in 2014 and provides mobile voice and data services. In May 2023, Unitel launched the country's first commercial 4G LTE network.

Currently, São Tomé and Príncipe does not have any Mobile Virtual Network Operators (MVNOs).

Travel eSIM plans that provide a phone number and SMS for São Tomé and Príncipe are available. Providers such as Roamify, eSimfly, and Orange Travel offer 30‑day plans that include 50 MB or 20 GB of data, inbound and outbound voice calls, and inbound and outbound SMS. The phone numbers supplied by these plans use the French dialing code +33, so the numbers are not local São Tomé and Príncipe numbers. Prices for the basic offerings start at around $25 USD, with validity typically limited to 30 days.