Collection: South Africa eSIM

South Africa sits high on the Australian travel list — Cape Town and the Winelands, the Garden Route and Kruger's big five, all in a single trip. Travelling through the Aussie winter? That's prime game-viewing season in the bushveld, when wildlife gathers at the waterholes, and the start of whale season along the southern coast. Sort your data before you board and maps, WhatsApp and ride-share apps just work when you switch off flight mode — no SIM-counter queue after the long-haul from Australia.

Why an eSIM for South Africa

• Instant setup — your eSIM arrives by email as a QR code the moment you order; nothing to collect at the airport.
• Keep your Australian number — dual SIM means calls and banking SMS still reach you, while data runs on 4G/5G partner networks where available.
• Prepaid with top-ups — plans from $4.30 AUD, and if a week on the Garden Route becomes two, just add a top-up rather than hunting for a new SIM.
• Live usage tracking — the ESIMStore app (iPhone and Android) shows your data use, backed by Australian-based support.

How it works

Pick a prepaid South Africa plan and check out. Your QR code lands in your inbox straight away. Scan it before you fly, and your data activates when you touch down. New to eSIMs? See how it works for the full walkthrough.

Making it a bigger adventure? Our Africa eSIM plans cover multi-country itineraries, or pair Cape Town with Cairo on an Egypt eSIM. Stopping over in the Gulf on the way home? Browse Middle East eSIM plans — and grab the ESIMStore app to manage it all.

FAQs

Will my iPhone work with an eSIM in South Africa?

Yes — if it's eSIM-capable and unlocked from your Australian carrier, which covers most iPhones and Android phones sold in recent years. Your QR code arrives by email, and adding the eSIM takes a couple of minutes in settings.

When should I install my South Africa eSIM?

Any time before you leave — delivery is instant by email. Scan the QR code at home on Wi-Fi; the plan activates once you land in South Africa, so nothing is used before your trip starts.

Can I keep my Australian number while using an eSIM in South Africa?

Yes. The eSIM sits alongside your existing SIM, so your Australian number stays active for calls and texts — handy for bank verification codes. Just turn off data roaming on your Australian SIM.