The plans choices are good. Purchasing plans through the App. and activation were easy. The information on the data usage could be improved. The plan I chose was Lycamobile. It was not obvious how to... See more
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Sim Local has been helping travellers stay connected since 2011, and is a leader in the travel connectivity industry.
We connect travellers to the networks locals trust with our instant eSIM plans giving you stronger coverage, faster speeds, and better value than expensive roaming. Sim Local offers access to more local eSIM plans than any other eSIM provider, so you can choose the perfect package for your travel and connectivity needs.
With instant eSIM plan purchase and activation available through our website or the Sim Local app, it’s never been easier to get connected before you fly or the moment you land.
We partner with trusted local mobile operators worldwide to deliver just-like-home connectivity, backed by reliability, transparency, and expert support.
Alongside our online eSIM offering, Sim Local has a proven physical presence in international airports, with stores in London Heathrow, London Gatwick, Madrid, Vienna and Athens, as well as eSIM kiosks, SIM card vending machines, and partner locations including WHSmith and InMotion.
Whether digital or in-store, Sim Local is the smarter choice for simple, instant travel connectivity.
An eSIM (embedded SIM) is built directly into your device. Instead of swapping physical SIM cards, you can download a digital eSIM profile, install it in minutes, and instantly connect to a mobile network at your destination.
Or visit a Sim Local store in one of our airport locations, where our team can help you choose the perfect plan.
What does a Sim Local eSIM plan include?
Data-only plans, unlimited data plans, and local plans with calls & texts. Plans available for 7, 10, 15, 30, 60, or 90 days.
How much does it cost?
Prices vary by destination and data amount, with affordable options for every type of traveller.
Does an eSIM come with a number?
Some local eSIMs include a phone number for calls and texts. Check your plan’s details before purchase.
Which devices are compatible?
Most newer iOS and Android devices support eSIM. See our compatibility guide:
compatible handsets
Can I use my SIM card at the same time?
Yes. Most devices support dual SIM, so you can keep your primary number active while using a Sim Local eSIM.
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Simple no traps offer. No restrictions that 'other' unlimited plans hide. Will always try this first in future.
The website is simple and easy to use. Offers are easy to understand. Price is very competitive. Payment process goes very smooth. Installation of e-sim profile is super easy with QR-code.
Purchased an eSIM for the UK the day before my flight. While I waited for a checked bag, I logged in to Heathrow's WiFi and followed the instructions on the Sim Local app for installation and cellular data setup. Worked like a charm; very easy. The only hiccup is that it took a few minutes for my phone to recognize the EE 4G network before I could access data on the Internet. Sim Local's eSIM was around half the price of a physical SIM. An excellent value!
Easy and clear process from my initial research on the website through to purchase and use of the SIM in Turkey. Service in Turkey was great.
Service coverage is not great and will struggle to connect to even 4G internet. Not stable at all. Phone never connected to 5G internet despite being in areas that were definitely 5G coverage. Find myself still having to connect to WiFi to be able to make phone calls or receive messages.
Seema was very professional and helpful. Happy customer.
Most of the time esim worked well, sometimes there was not connection, probably automatic oerator selection did not work very well
It is not about having Internet in a foreign country.
It is about the SIM being easy to use
and easy to download.
I HAVE HAD NO PROBLEMS IN THE LAST SEVEN DAYS HAVING ACCESS TO INTERNET
The download and the usage is very fast
The only problem is when you don’t have data, you cannot download the eSIM
So you need to go to a local café to get Wi-Fi to then download the eSIM.
My Airbnb did not have Wi-Fi, so I had to go to a café
I was able to connect to EE before I disembarked from the plane at Heathrow. Mobile data worked perfectly everywhere that I went (London, Northampton, and Oxford). However, my understanding is that my plan was to include texts and calls. I was never able to text or call anyone in the UK for the 8 days I was there, despite setting my phone settings according to the instructions.
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Had a hard time at first getting it started just in the airport, but once outside the airport, the rest of the 2 week trip was glitch-free and worked perfect!
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I was unable to use the sim. I would love a refund if possible
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The connection is very bad. We are not in remote places buy 99% of the time I have no data connection (only SOS).
The friends I am travelling with, all have normal connection so it is definitely a problem with my sim connection. I have an Iphone 14.
Please help me.
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This service was sold as a 4G or 5G service this is not so, the service is 3G everywhere I go, it's spotty and has frequent drop out and is very slow.
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It was almost impossible to make it work when I arrived my destination (Korea)
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Everything! Didn’t work at all. I basically paid for a service that didn’t work!
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Great fast and efficient set up by Seema - thank you !!!
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