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Your free Credits have no expiry. You can use them whenever you travel.
Your Data Plan is activated with your first KB of data usage in Africa, not when you buy it.
Once activated, the plan is valid for 30 days or until it is fully consumed.
Valid for 7 days.
Your Data Plan is activated with your first KB of data usage in Sao Tome & Principe, not when you buy it.
Once activated, the plan is valid for 30 days or until it is fully consumed.
There is no start date and no expiration for Roamless Credits.
Credits are consumed per MB of data usage.
Your Credits stay on your account until you use them all.
Your Data Plan is activated with your first KB of data usage in Africa, not when you buy it.
Once activated, the plan is valid for 30 days or until it is fully consumed.
Your Data Plan is activated with your first KB of data usage in Africa, not when you buy it.
Once activated, the plan is valid for 30 days or until it is fully consumed.
Valid for 15 days.
Your Data Plan is activated with your first KB of data usage in Sao Tome & Principe, not when you buy it.
Once activated, the plan is valid for 30 days or until it is fully consumed.
There is no start date and no expiration for Roamless Credits.
Credits are consumed per MB of data usage.
Your Credits stay on your account until you use them all.
Your Data Plan is activated with your first KB of data usage in Africa, not when you buy it.
Once activated, the plan is valid for 30 days or until it is fully consumed.
Your Data Plan is activated with your first KB of data usage in Sao Tome & Principe, not when you buy it.
Once activated, the plan is valid for 30 days or until it is fully consumed.
There is no start date and no expiration for Roamless Credits.
Credits are consumed per MB of data usage.
Your Credits stay on your account until you use them all.
Your Data Plan is activated with your first KB of data usage in Sao Tome & Principe, not when you buy it.
Once activated, the plan is valid for 30 days or until it is fully consumed.
There is no start date and no expiration for Roamless Credits.
Credits are consumed per MB of data usage.
Your Credits stay on your account until you use them all.
Your Data Plan is activated with your first KB of data usage in Africa, not when you buy it.
Once activated, the plan is valid for 30 days or until it is fully consumed.
There is no start date and no expiration for Roamless Credits.
Credits are consumed per MB of data usage.
Your Credits stay on your account until you use them all.
There is no start date and no expiration for Roamless Credits.
Credits are consumed per MB of data usage.
Your Credits stay on your account until you use them all.
There is no start date and no expiration for Roamless Credits.
Credits are consumed per MB of data usage.
Your Credits stay on your account until you use them all.
There is no start date and no expiration for Roamless Credits.
Credits are consumed per MB of data usage.
Your Credits stay on your account until you use them all.
There is no start date and no expiration for Roamless Credits.
Credits are consumed per MB of data usage.
Your Credits stay on your account until you use them all.
There is no start date and no expiration for Roamless Credits.
Credits are consumed per MB of data usage.
Your Credits stay on your account until you use them all.
There is no start date and no expiration for Roamless Credits.
Credits are consumed per MB of data usage.
Your Credits stay on your account until you use them all.
Everything you need to know about using eSIMs in São Tomé and Príncipe
How many travel eSIM brands (providers) are available for use in São Tomé and Príncipe, and how many prepaid data plans are there?
São Tomé and Príncipe offers 11 travel eSIM providers and 50 prepaid data plans. Although the selection is somewhat limited, travelers can still find a plan that matches their needs.
Are there any unlimited data eSIM plans available for São Tomé and Príncipe?
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.
What are the major mobile networks available for a travel eSIM in São Tomé and Príncipe?
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).
Can I get a travel eSIM with a phone number and SMS for São Tomé and Príncipe?
Travel eSIM plans that include a phone number and SMS are available for São Tomé and Príncipe, and the numbers are provided with the French dialing code +33. The available options all offer 30‑day validity, inbound and outbound voice calls, and inbound and outbound SMS, but the phone numbers are not local São Tomé and Príncipe numbers; they use the foreign +33 code.
The providers that offer these plans are Roamify, Stixrs, and Orange Travel. Prices start around $25 USD and range up to about $77 USD for a 50 MB data allowance with 10 or 15 minutes of voice booking. Travelers who need a local +238 number may consider a data‑only eSIM or use VoIP applications over the data connection.
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All Travel eSIM Providers for São Tomé and Príncipe
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