Had trouble connecting. Used Wattsapp customer service and they were very helpful. Took 2 hours for my husband to get the SIM connected to my iphone -assume it was an iphone settings issue - regardles... See more
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Sim Local has been helping travellers stay connected since 2011, and is a leader in the travel connectivity industry.
We connect travellers to the networks locals trust with our instant eSIM plans giving you stronger coverage, faster speeds, and better value than expensive roaming. Sim Local offers access to more local eSIM plans than any other eSIM provider, so you can choose the perfect package for your travel and connectivity needs.
With instant eSIM plan purchase and activation available through our website or the Sim Local app, it’s never been easier to get connected before you fly or the moment you land.
We partner with trusted local mobile operators worldwide to deliver just-like-home connectivity, backed by reliability, transparency, and expert support.
Alongside our online eSIM offering, Sim Local has a proven physical presence in international airports, with stores in London Heathrow, London Gatwick, Madrid, Vienna and Athens, as well as eSIM kiosks, SIM card vending machines, and partner locations including WHSmith and InMotion.
Whether digital or in-store, Sim Local is the smarter choice for simple, instant travel connectivity.
An eSIM (embedded SIM) is built directly into your device. Instead of swapping physical SIM cards, you can download a digital eSIM profile, install it in minutes, and instantly connect to a mobile network at your destination.
Or visit a Sim Local store in one of our airport locations, where our team can help you choose the perfect plan.
What does a Sim Local eSIM plan include?
Data-only plans, unlimited data plans, and local plans with calls & texts. Plans available for 7, 10, 15, 30, 60, or 90 days.
How much does it cost?
Prices vary by destination and data amount, with affordable options for every type of traveller.
Does an eSIM come with a number?
Some local eSIMs include a phone number for calls and texts. Check your plan’s details before purchase.
Which devices are compatible?
Most newer iOS and Android devices support eSIM. See our compatibility guide:
compatible handsets
Can I use my SIM card at the same time?
Yes. Most devices support dual SIM, so you can keep your primary number active while using a Sim Local eSIM.
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Would have been 5 stars if St Maarten was included in the Caribbean package.
I travelled to Japan in October 2025 and despite having physical SIMs arranged through my travel provider, I purchased an unlimited data eSIM for my trip anyway as I was not sure how much data I would need or use and I didn't want to end up lost somewhere in Japan with no data left to navigate back to my hotel or to get my flight information etc to get back.
They also offered a free small data global SIM on sign up to test the service, which was a handy bonus as I was able to use this in Shanghai while waiting for my connecting flight.
I will definitely use them again in the future.

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The connection quality is not optimal. I am only receiving two or three signal bars at most.
The network was really poor and I couldn't use the service - I had to turn on my own roaming plan at the end.

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Sarfaraz provided exceptional assistance and demonstrated excellent customer service.

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The eSIM credit, when it is unlimited,, should be last until 23:59pm from the time zone where the userd is based.

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SIM local at LHR sold me an expired E sim ! £ 30,-

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Great service throughout our Asia trip. Initial glitch in Singapore was very quickly resolved via the WhatsApp chat and since then no issues at all. Really good value for money.

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(Using this eSIM in Greece) I never had so much trouble getting the eSIM to work. It took lengthy WhatsApp chats and dozens of changes to settings until I finally got a working signal. But most annoying and reason for one star: despite advertising this eSIM to include COSMOTE as a network provider, the only working providers are Vodafone and Nova. You can select COSMOTE from the manual list of providers but the signal is zero. Unfortunately, in the area where I am, COSMOTE is the only provider with a stable connection, and I chose this eSIM specifically for including them. You can get Vodafone and Nova with cheaper eSims …

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