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Tanzania Travel eSIM FAQ

Everything you need to know about using eSIMs in Tanzania

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

Tanzania offers more than 160 eSIM brands and over 5, 000 prepaid data plans. With such a wide variety of options, travelers can easily find an eSIM that suits their needs.

Are there any unlimited data eSIM plans available for Tanzania?

Unlimited data eSIM plans for Tanzania are available from several providers. Roamify, Truely and Yesim all offer unlimited data, and each of those plans allows tethering and operates on 5G networks. The plans vary in price; the cheapest unlimited options start around $5.50, while the most expensive reach roughly $268.29, with most plans falling between $9 and $113. Speed may be throttled after a certain amount of usage, so travelers who need consistently high speeds should consider this when choosing a plan.

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

Vodacom Tanzania: "A leading telecommunications company offering extensive coverage and a range of services across the country."
Tigo Tanzania: "Provides widespread network coverage and various mobile services to customers nationwide."
Airtel Tanzania: "Offers comprehensive mobile services with significant network reach throughout Tanzania."
Halotel: "Delivers mobile services with a focus on expanding coverage in rural and underserved areas."
TTCL (Tanzania Telecommunications Corporation Limited): "The state-owned operator providing mobile and fixed-line services across the nation."

Tanzania does not have a significant presence of Mobile Virtual Network Operators (MVNOs).

Can I get a travel eSIM with a phone number and SMS for Tanzania?

Yes, several travel eSIM providers supply a phone number with voice and SMS support that can be used while in Tanzania. Providers such as GlobaleSIM, ESIM DOG, JamboSim, Roamify, RedEx eSIM and Orange Travel offer plans that include an inbound and outbound phone line and the ability to send and receive SMS, though most of them use foreign dialing codes—such as +1 or +33—rather than the local +255 code, which means the phone number assigned is not based in Tanzania. RedEx eSIM is the only listed option that uses the +255 dialing code, giving a local Tanzanian number for calls and texts.

Typical plans cover data amounts ranging from 1 GB to 20 GB and validity periods from 7 days up to 365 days, with prices starting near $4 USD and extending to around $120 USD for the largest packages. All these plans support outward calls and SMS from the assigned number and accept incoming voice and text messages, allowing travelers to communicate locally as well as internationally.

Summarized by AI, Last updated: Jul 7, 2026