South Africa eSIM
Cape Town, Johannesburg, the Garden Route and Kruger on Vodacom and MTN.
Networks
Vodacom, MTN
Speed
4G LTE / 5G
Hotspot
Allowed
Calls / SMS
Data only
Delivery
QR by email, instant
South Africa plans from
€2.44
- 5 plan sizes, 1GB to 20GB
- Install now, activate when you land
- 7-day money-back guarantee
- Top up any time
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South Africa data plans
Validity starts when the eSIM first connects at your destination. Secure checkout by Stripe. Checkout is billed in USD; euro prices are shown at today's rate and may differ by a few cents on your statement.
Travelling from Ireland? South Africa is outside EU roaming. Irish operators charge daily passes or per-megabyte rates here, which is where bill shock happens. See the comparison.
How much data do I need in South Africa?
| Trip style | Per day | One week | Two weeks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maps, WhatsApp, browsing | ~300MB | 3GB | 5GB |
| + Social media & music | ~700MB | 5GB | 10GB |
| + Video calls, streaming, hotspot | 1.5GB+ | 10GB | 20GB |
Our 5GB plan is the one most travellers pick for a one-to-two-week trip. Detailed breakdown by app →
Installing your South Africa eSIM
- Buy and check your email. Your QR code and a manual activation code arrive within a minute. Check spam if not.
- Scan on Wi-Fi at home. iPhone: Settings → Mobile Data → Add eSIM. Android: Settings → Network → SIMs → Add eSIM. Label it "Vibqo South Africa".
- Leave it off until you land. Keep your Irish SIM as the default for calls. On arrival, turn on the Vibqo line, set it as the mobile-data line, and enable Data Roaming for it.
Step-by-step guide with screenshots → · Not connecting? →
South Africa eSIM FAQ
Which network does the South Africa eSIM use?
It connects to Vodacom and MTN, with automatic fallback to the partner network where available. Expect 4G LTE / 5G wherever the network provides it.
When does the 7-day or 30-day validity start?
Only when the eSIM first connects to a network in South Africa. You can install it days or weeks in advance.
Can I use the hotspot in South Africa?
Yes. Tethering to a laptop, tablet or a travel companion's phone is allowed on every plan.
Can I make calls or send texts?
Plans are data-only. Use WhatsApp, FaceTime or Signal for calls. Your Irish number keeps receiving calls and texts on your physical SIM.
Can I top up if I run out?
Yes. Top-ups are available from the order portal while your plan is active, and apply without reinstalling anything.
Do I need to register the SIM in South Africa?
No. Local SIM registration (ID-linked) applies to SIMs bought in-country. Your Vibqo eSIM is provisioned before you travel, so there's no queue or paperwork on arrival.
South Africa eSIM from
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