Cameroon eSIM — Travel Data Plan
Yaounde, Douala and Kribi — land with your phone already online. Install the eSIM at home before you fly; it only starts counting when you connect in Cameroon.
- Networks: Orange 4G
- 4G/LTE and 5G where the local network supports it
- Hotspot and tethering supported
- Validity starts on first connection in Cameroon, not at purchase
- Data only — no phone number, no calls, no SMS
- Install now, travel later — usable for 180 days after purchase
Requires an eSIM-compatible, carrier-unlocked device. Check the Device Compatibility page before buying, and see the Fair Usage Policy for how the allowance is measured.
Delivered in minutes
QR code by email, right after payment
180-day refund
Full refund if you never install it
Keep your number
Your own SIM stays in the phone
Data only
No calls or SMS — apps work as usual
Cameroon travel data eSIM
What is a Cameroon eSIM?
An eSIM for Cameroon lets you arrive in Yaoundé, Douala or any other destination with your data already set up. You download the profile at home, attach it to an unlocked phone, and when you turn on mobile data after landing, the plan begins to count. It provides a data‑only connection, so you can browse, use maps, and stay in touch without hunting for a local SIM, keeping your travel experience smooth from the moment you step off the plane.
In Cameroon the eSIM connects to Orange 4G’s network. Once you activate the profile, data is drawn from the selected plan – 1 GB for a week, or larger bundles for a month. Your phone behaves like any local data service, allowing you to run navigation, messaging apps, and online bookings while you move around the country.
Local networks
Which networks you connect to in Cameroon
When you activate the eSIM in Cameroon it links to Orange’s 4G infrastructure. The actual reach of service depends on Orange’s network deployment in the area you are visiting, whether you are in a coastal town, a bustling city, or a rural region. As long as you are within the operator’s footprint, you can access the internet for maps, ride‑hailing, translation tools, and other everyday online tasks.
5 plans are available for Cameroon, from $10.90 up to $144.90. Every plan is data only, delivered by QR code, and starts counting when you connect on arrival.
YaoundéDoualaKribiBafoussamOne plan for all of Cameroon, starting on first connection.
Good to know
Staying connected in Cameroon: practical tips
Four simple steps to use CometSIM
From checking your phone to landing online — the whole thing takes about two minutes, and you do most of it before you fly.
Compatibility
Make sure your phone works with eSIM. It takes ten seconds — just dial a code and check.
Check compatibilityDestination
Choose your country and the data plan that fits your trip. Prices are in USD, no surprises.
See all destinationsInstall your eSIM
Scan the QR code we email you. Install it at home on Wi-Fi — ready in a couple of minutes.
Setup guideLand & connect
Switch it on when you arrive. Your data starts on arrival, and your own number stays exactly where it is.
You’re onlineAdd CometSIM VPN to your trip
Stay safe on hotel and airport Wi-Fi and reach home content. Your eSIM carries the data, the VPN protects it.
Questions people actually ask
If yours is not here, write to us — we answer within 24 hours.
Which operator does the Cameroon eSIM use and what does that mean for a traveller?
The eSIM connects to Orange’s 4G network. For travellers this means you will be using the same infrastructure as local Orange customers, allowing access to the same mobile services and apps as residents.
Does the eSIM also work in a neighbouring country of Cameroon?
No, this is a single‑country plan valid only within Cameroon. If you need connectivity in a neighboring nation such as Nigeria, you would need a separate regional or multi‑country plan.
Which plan size suits a trip to Yaoundé and Douala?
As a rough guide, a 5 GB or 10 GB 30‑day plan typically covers moderate use of navigation, messaging, and occasional video streaming for a two‑city itinerary.
Will I lose my own phone number?
No. Your physical SIM stays in the phone and keeps your number for calls and WhatsApp. The eSIM only carries data, so both work side by side.
When does my plan start counting down?
When the eSIM first connects to a network at your destination — not when you buy it. So you can install it days before you fly without losing any time.
Is my phone compatible?
Most phones from 2018 onwards are: iPhone XS and later, Google Pixel 3 and later, Samsung Galaxy S20 and later. Your phone also has to be carrier-unlocked. Dial *#06# — if an EID appears, you have eSIM. Full list on our Device Compatibility page.
How fast will I get my QR code?
Usually within a couple of minutes of payment, by email. If it has not arrived, check spam first, then write to us and we will resend it immediately.
Can I use hotspot or tethering?
Yes, on every plan we sell. Share the connection with a laptop, a tablet or the rest of your group.
What if I change my mind?
If you have not installed the eSIM, you get a full refund within 180 days. Once a profile is activated and data has been used it cannot be refunded — the allowance is consumed from the network. Full detail in our Refund Policy.
Do you sell plans for groups?
Yes. For Umrah and Hajj groups, student trips and tour operators we deliver the QR codes as a single batch before departure, at group rates. Email us with your group size and destination.