Reuse it next trip
Already have eSIM BFF from another country? Just add a Tonga package — no new install.
eSIM for Tonga
🇹🇴 Tonga eSIM from $4.90
Tongatapu is LTE. Vava’u and Ha’apai are town-only; the outer islands are radio silence. You land connected on Digicel, TCC, then top up anytime on the same eSIM.
- LTE
- 30 days from first connection
- Hotspot included
- Tax included
Plans & prices
Tonga eSIM data plans — tax included
All Tonga plans run 30 days from the moment you first connect. Prices below are indicative until we open orders.
Indicative prices in USD, tax included when we sell. Data-only eSIM — your home number keeps working for calls and SMS.
Coverage in Tonga
Which networks does the Tonga eSIM use?
Your eSIM roams on Digicel and TCC — your phone attaches to whichever is strongest where you stand, and switches automatically when you move. Expect LTE across Tonga; 5G is not yet offered to roaming profiles here.
Good to know before you go
- The inter-island flights are offline.
Top up at 0 GB
Our dashboard loads without data. Run out in Nukuʻalofa and you can still buy more.
Family-friendly
Order several Tonga eSIMs at once. Each traveler scans their own QR code.
No app required
Install from email. Manage the Tonga package from the dashboard — it loads at 0 GB.
How to get online
Setting up your Tonga eSIM in three steps
- 01
Buy before you fly
Choose a plan above. The QR code and one-tap install link arrive by email within seconds.
- 02
Install on Wi-Fi
Settings → Cellular → Add eSIM, then scan. Turn on Data Roaming for the new line. iPhone guide · Android guide
- 03
Land in Tonga
Switch the line on. Within a minute you see Digicel in the status bar and your 30 days begin.
FAQ
Tonga eSIM questions
How much does an eSIM for Tonga cost?
Plans for Tonga start at $4.90 for 1 GB (30 days). The most popular option is 5 GB for $9.90. All prices include tax and there is no activation fee.
Which networks does the Tonga eSIM connect to?
Your eSIM roams on Digicel and TCC — the phone picks the strongest signal automatically. Coverage is LTE/4G across the country.
Do I need to install a new eSIM for Tonga if I already have eSIM BFF?
No. If you already installed eSIM BFF on a previous trip, just buy a Tonga package in your dashboard. It attaches to the eSIM you already have and works as soon as you land.
Does the Tonga eSIM include a phone number?
It is a data-only eSIM. Your normal number keeps working for calls and SMS through your home SIM, and apps like WhatsApp, FaceTime and Telegram work over the eSIM data. This keeps prices low and setup simple.
Can I use hotspot with the Tonga eSIM?
Yes. Tethering is included on every plan, so you can share your Tonga data with a laptop or a travel partner.
When should I buy my Tonga eSIM?
Buy it before you fly and install it on Wi-Fi at home. The 30-day validity only starts when your phone first connects to a network in Tonga, so buying early costs nothing.
Anything I should know about data in Tonga?
The inter-island flights are offline.
Nearby
All of Oceania →Traveling on from Tonga?
Same eSIM. Just add a package for the next country.
Visiting several countries? The Oceania regional plan covers Tonga and its neighbors on one balance.
Land in Tonga with your BFF already on.
From $4.90 (indicative). Same eSIM next trip.
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