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eSIM for India

Use your phone in India like at home.

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Pick your data and trip length.

How much data?
How long is your trip?
Your travel plan — · —
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Good for maps, messaging and travel apps.

Total £6.99
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eSIM details

Network Jio (Reliance)
Speed 4G
Hotspot Allowed
Activation QR code scan
Compatibility

Check your phone in seconds

Most modern phones support eSIM. Check before checkout to avoid surprises.

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iPhone support
XS, XR and newer models usually support eSIM.
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Open Settings

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General → About

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Find EID

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eSIM supported

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Android support
Pixel, Samsung S/Z series and newer flagships usually support eSIM.
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Open Settings

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SIM settings

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Find Add eSIM

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Available = supported

Carrier-locked or region-specific models may not support eSIM.
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Buy with confidence

14-day refund review for unused eSIMs

If your eSIM cannot connect to a supported local network and has not been heavily used, contact support within 14 days of purchase and we’ll review the issue.

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India eSIM for UK travellers

India eSIM for UK travellers with prepaid mobile data for Delhi, Mumbai, Goa, Jaipur, Kerala and long-distance trips.

Travelling from the UK to India? Use your phone for airport arrivals, WhatsApp, Google Maps, hotel check-ins, train routes, ride apps and family visits without relying on airport Wi-Fi or daily roaming add-ons.

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What it’s for

Stay connected after landing in India for maps, WhatsApp, booking messages, airport transfers, train plans, restaurant searches and everyday travel data.

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Best India trips

Useful for Delhi, Mumbai, Goa, Jaipur, Agra, Kerala, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Chennai, business trips, family visits and multi-city travel.

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Travel coverage

Designed for everyday mobile data across major Indian cities, airports, hotels, tourist areas and popular travel routes, with 4G LTE and 5G where available.

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Compared with roaming

Choose prepaid data upfront instead of paying UK roaming fees, buying a local SIM after landing or waiting until you find safe Wi-Fi.

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Popular India routes

Useful for Delhi arrivals, Mumbai stays, Goa holidays, Jaipur and Agra sightseeing, Kerala routes and longer trips across several Indian cities.

Coverage, speed and network availability may vary by location, device, local conditions, rural areas, indoor venues, mountains, coastal routes, long-distance train routes and heavy network congestion. Install your eSIM before departure and activate it when you arrive in India.
Travel resources

Travelling to India?

Read our India eSIM guide and travel tips before you fly. Learn about setup, compatibility, mobile data, airport arrival and everyday travel apps.

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Why choose us?

A clear side-by-side comparison to show how our travel eSIM experience differs from a local SIM or a basic limited-data eSIM.

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People also ask

Questions travellers ask before buying a India eSIM

Clear answers about using a India eSIM for roaming, maps, messages, airport arrivals, phone compatibility and travel data.

Do I need an eSIM for India?

A India eSIM is useful if you want mobile data as soon as you arrive, without relying on airport Wi-Fi, hotel Wi-Fi or expensive roaming from your home network. It is especially helpful for maps, transport apps, hotel messages and travel bookings.

Is a India eSIM better than roaming?

For many travellers, yes. A India eSIM gives you a clear prepaid data allowance and price before you travel, while roaming can involve daily charges, add-ons or unexpected pay-as-you-go data costs depending on your home mobile provider.

Can I keep my normal SIM and phone number while using this India eSIM?

Yes. In most phones, your travel eSIM can be used for mobile data while your normal SIM stays active for calls, texts or banking messages. You do not usually need to remove your physical SIM card.

Should I install my India eSIM before I travel?

Yes, it is usually better to install your eSIM before departure while you still have stable Wi-Fi. In most cases, you should only activate or start using the plan when you arrive in India, so the validity period is used during your trip.

What can I use a India eSIM for when travelling?

You can use mobile data for maps, messaging, hotel check-ins, transport apps, translation, email, travel bookings, ride apps and everyday browsing. Coverage and speed depend on the local mobile network and the area you are visiting.

Will my phone work with a India eSIM?

Your phone must support eSIM and be network-unlocked. Many recent iPhone, Samsung Galaxy, Google Pixel and flagship Android models support eSIM. Check your phone settings for “Add eSIM” or “Add mobile plan” before buying.

Does this India eSIM include calls and SMS?

Most travel eSIM plans are data-only. You can still use internet-based services such as WhatsApp, iMessage, FaceTime, Messenger, maps, email and translation apps while connected to mobile data in India.

What happens if I use all my India eSIM data?

If you use all your data, you can buy another eSIM plan when needed. There is no physical SIM swap, so adding more travel data is usually easier than finding a local SIM card during your trip.