SIMzip eSIM Data Plans for South Africa

SIMzip does not provide an unlimited data eSIM for South Africa. Travelers who need a high volume of data can choose from several fixed‑data plans instead. For example, the South Africa 40GB for 30 days plan offers 40GB of data at a price of $240.00 USD, while the South Africa 20GB for 30 days plan gives 20GB for $132.00 USD. These options are available on 4G and 5G networks and include tethering. Selecting a fixed data plan can be more cost‑effective unless a user requires unmetered data for intensive usage.

SIMzip does not provide eSIM plans for South Africa that include a local phone number or SMS capability. The only plans available from SIMzip for South Africa are data‑only eSIMs, which can be used for internet access but do not support direct telephone calling or text messaging. Travelers can still communicate through VoIP services such as WhatsApp, Telegram, or iMessage over the data connection, but a traditional phone number or SMS facility is not offered.

SIMzip currently offers seven single-coverage data plans for South Africa. These plans provide a fixed data allowance, ranging from 1GB to 40GB, with validity periods between 5 and 30 days. Prices for these plans range from $16.00 to $240.00. SIMzip does not currently offer multi-country plans that include South Africa. Tethering is permitted with some of the available plans.