Zambia eSIM — Travel Data Plan
1GB / 7 days
$8.90
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Zambia eSIM — Travel Data Plan
$8.90
Lusaka and Livingstone — land with your phone already online. Install the eSIM at home before you fly; it only starts counting when you connect in Zambia.
- Networks: Airtel 4G
- 4G/LTE and 5G where the local network supports it
- Hotspot and tethering supported
- Validity starts on first connection in Zambia, 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.
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Delivered in minutes
QR code by email, right after payment
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180-day refund
Full refund if you never install it
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Keep your number
Your own SIM stays in the phone
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Data only
No calls or SMS — apps work as usual
Zambia travel data eSIM
What is a Zambia eSIM?
A Zambia eSIM gives travelers a ready‑to‑use data connection the moment they land in Lusaka, Livingstone or any other part of the country. By installing the eSIM before departure, the device stays offline until it is first activated on Zambian networks, letting you explore the Copperbelt, Victoria Falls region, and the bustling capital without hunting for a local SIM.
Once you arrive, the eSIM links to Airtel 4G, allowing you to browse, use maps, and access apps as you move around. Data is drawn from the plan you selected—whether 1 GB for a short stay or up to 20 GB for a longer adventure—until the allotted period expires.
Operators on this planAirtel 4G
No physical SIM card100% digital, delivered as a QR code
4G/LTE and 5GWhere the local network supports it
Keep your home numberData only: calls and texts stay on your own SIM
Fixed price, no surprisesPaid up front, no meter running
Local networks
Which networks you connect to in Zambia
In Zambia the eSIM connects to Airtel 4G’s network. The quality and reach of service depend on Airtel’s own infrastructure in each area, so you’ll experience the network’s performance wherever you travel within the country.
Airtel 4G
5 plans are available for Zambia, from $8.90 up to $119.90. Every plan is data only, delivered by QR code, and starts counting when you connect on arrival.
LusakaLivingstoneCopperbeltMosi-oa-TunyaOne plan for all of Zambia, starting on first connection.
Good to know
Staying connected in Zambia: practical tips
Lusaka city commuteUse mobile maps and ride‑hailing apps to navigate traffic and find public transport routes while exploring the capital’s markets and museums.
Victoria Falls regionDownload offline maps and check tour booking apps for up‑to‑date entry times and guided‑tour schedules at the falls.
Border crossing to ZimbabweKeep a translation app handy for customs forms and use messaging apps to coordinate with guides when traveling through the border area.
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.
Step 1
Compatibility
Make sure your phone works with eSIM. It takes ten seconds — just dial a code and check.
Check compatibility
Step 2
Destination
Choose your country and the data plan that fits your trip. Prices are in USD, no surprises.
See all destinations
Step 3
Install your eSIM
Scan the QR code we email you. Install it at home on Wi-Fi — ready in a couple of minutes.
Setup guide
Step 4
Land & connect
Switch it on when you arrive. Your data starts on arrival, and your own number stays exactly where it is.
You’re online
Complete your trip
Add VPN
Add 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 Zambia eSIM use and what does that mean for a traveller?
The eSIM connects to Airtel 4G. Travelers receive data on the same network used by local Airtel customers, so they can access the same services and apps as residents.
Can the Zambia eSIM be used in a neighbouring country, for example Tanzania?
No, this is a single‑country plan valid only within Zambia. Regional plans are available for travelers who need connectivity across multiple neighboring nations.
Which plan size suits a trip to Lusaka and Livingstone?
As a rough guide, a 5 GB or 10 GB plan for 30 days typically covers moderate use of maps, photos, and streaming while visiting both cities.
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.