Instant eSIM delivery · 190+ countries

Stay connected in 190+ countries

Affordable prepaid eSIM data plans for 190+ countries. Buy in 2 minutes, scan the QR code, and get online the moment you land. No roaming bills, no SIM swapping.

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No roaming fees
Hotspot supported
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Destinations: 1,728+
Data plans: 444+
Partner networks: 4
Languages supported

Instant deliveryQR code in under 2 minutes
Money-back guaranteeFull refund if your eSIM is unused
Secure paymentsProtected by PayPal, SSL encrypted
Support in 4 languagesEnglish · العربية · 中文 · 日本語

Destinations

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Hand-picked data plans for the world’s most visited countries.

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United StatesFrom $1.99

United KingdomFrom $1.99

TürkiyeFrom $1.99

JapanFrom $1.99

Saudi ArabiaFrom $3.99

United Arab EmiratesFrom $1.99

South KoreaFrom $1.99

MalaysiaFrom $1.99

GermanyFrom $2.99

IndonesiaFrom $1.99

Multi-country

Regional & global plans

Visiting several countries? One eSIM covers your whole trip.

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Get connected in 3 simple steps

1
Choose your plan
Pick your destination and the data package that fits your trip.
2
Receive your QR code
Pay securely with PayPal or card. Your eSIM arrives by email instantly.
3
Scan & go online
Scan the QR code in your phone settings and connect when you arrive.

Get connected in 3 simple steps

Why us

Why travellers choose Touchdown eSIM

Save up to 90% vs roaming

Local-rate data without surprise roaming bills from your home carrier.

Instant delivery

No shipping, no store visits. Your eSIM is ready in under two minutes.

Keep your number

Your main SIM stays active for calls and SMS while the eSIM handles data.

Premium networks

Connect to top-tier local 4G/5G operators in every destination.

Secure checkout

Pay with PayPal or any major credit or debit card, protected by PayPal.

Help in your language

Support in English, Arabic, Chinese and Japanese whenever you need it.

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Travel eSIM vs roaming vs local SIM

See why millions of travellers are switching to eSIM for mobile data abroad.

	Touchdown eSIM	Carrier roaming	Local SIM card
Price	Local rates, prepaid	High daily fees	Cheap, if you find one
Setup	2 minutes, online	Automatic	Store visit, passport, queue
Keep your number & WhatsApp
Online the moment you land
Multi-country trips	One regional eSIM	Depends on carrier	New SIM per country
No bill surprises

Data calculator

How much data do I need?

Tell us about your trip and we’ll recommend the right amount of data.

Trip length7 days

11530

How do you use your phone?

We recommend

10 GB

about 7 GB for 7 days

Find a plan

Estimate based on average traveller usage. Wi-Fi at hotels reduces what you need.

For every traveller

Built for every kind of journey

Holiday travellers

Maps, translation, ride-hailing and sharing your photos: all without hunting for Wi-Fi.

Business trips

Land, connect and join your first meeting. Expense-friendly receipts by email.

Umrah & Hajj pilgrims

Stay in touch with family from Makkah and Madinah with reliable Saudi Arabia data plans.

Students abroad

Get online from day one while you set up a local bank account and phone contract.

Digital nomads

Regional and global plans with hotspot so you can work from anywhere.

Families

One plan per phone, everyone connected, and no roaming shock when you get home.

Everything you need to know about travel eSIMs

New to eSIM? This guide explains how travel eSIMs work, how to choose the right plan and how to get online abroad without paying roaming fees.

1What is a travel eSIM?

An eSIM (embedded SIM) is a digital SIM card built into modern smartphones. A travel eSIM is a prepaid data plan for another country that you download by scanning a QR code: no plastic card, no store visit and no waiting for delivery.

2How does a travel eSIM work?

After purchase you receive a QR code. Scanning it installs a mobile profile on your phone that connects to partner 4G/5G networks at your destination. Your regular SIM stays on your phone, so you can still receive calls and SMS on your usual number while all mobile data goes through the eSIM.

3Why use an eSIM instead of roaming?

Roaming packages from home carriers are often charged per day and can be very expensive. A travel eSIM gives you local-rate prepaid data with a fixed price, so there are no surprise bills. You also get online the moment you land instead of searching for airport SIM shops.

4How to choose the right eSIM plan

Pick the plan by destination, trip length and usage. Light users (maps, messaging) typically need about 0.5 GB per day; moderate users with social media need about 1 GB per day; heavy users who stream video or use hotspot should choose 2 GB per day or more. Travelling to several countries? A regional plan covers them all with one eSIM.

5eSIM vs physical SIM card

A physical local SIM requires finding a shop, showing your passport and swapping out your home SIM. An eSIM is bought online in minutes, can be installed before departure and lets you keep your home number active. Many phones can store several eSIMs and switch between them.

6Is a travel eSIM safe?

Yes. eSIM profiles are encrypted and installed through the secure GSMA standard used by mobile operators worldwide. Payments on our site are processed by PayPal, so we never see or store your card details.

7Which phones support eSIM?

Most smartphones released since 2019 support eSIM, including iPhone XS and newer, Samsung Galaxy S20 and newer and Google Pixel 3 and newer. Your phone must be carrier-unlocked. Dial *#06#: if you see an EID number, your phone supports eSIM.

8Tips before you fly

Install your eSIM at home over Wi-Fi a day or two before departure. On arrival, set the eSIM as your mobile data line and turn on data roaming for it, while turning data roaming off for your home SIM to avoid charges.

Travel eSIM for every destination

Browse eSIM data plans by continent. Every country page lists prices, coverage and installation steps.

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Frequently asked questions

What is a travel eSIM?

A travel eSIM is a digital SIM profile that gives your phone mobile data in another country. You install it by scanning a QR code, with no plastic SIM card required.

Which phones support eSIM?

iPhone XS and newer, Samsung Galaxy S20 and newer, Google Pixel 3 and newer, and many other recent models. Your phone must be carrier-unlocked. See our compatibility page for the full list.

When should I install my eSIM?

Install it before your trip while you are on Wi-Fi. Most plans only start counting days when they first connect at your destination.

Can I keep my WhatsApp and phone number?

Yes. Your WhatsApp account is tied to your number, not your data connection, so it keeps working normally. Your physical SIM can stay active for calls and SMS.

Does the eSIM include calls and SMS?

Our travel plans are data-only. Use WhatsApp, FaceTime, Telegram or any internet calling app to stay in touch.

Can I share data via hotspot?

Yes, personal hotspot is supported on our plans.

How do I pay?

We accept PayPal and all major credit and debit cards (Visa, Mastercard, American Express and more) through PayPal’s secure checkout. You do not need a PayPal account to pay by card.

What if my eSIM does not work?

Contact our support team with your order number. If we cannot resolve the issue and the eSIM has not been used, you are eligible for a full refund under our refund policy.

Can I top up my eSIM?

Many plans support top-ups. Contact support with your order number and we will add data to your existing eSIM.

Can I use one eSIM in multiple countries?

Yes. Choose a regional or global plan to use a single eSIM across many countries.

Is a travel eSIM safe to use?

Yes. eSIM profiles are encrypted and installed via the GSMA standard used by mobile operators worldwide, and payments are processed securely by PayPal.

Can I buy my eSIM before I travel?

Yes, and we recommend it. Buy and install your eSIM at home; the plan’s validity only starts when it first connects at your destination.

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