Reuse it next trip
Already have eSIM BFF from another country? Just add a Uganda package — no new install.
eSIM for Uganda
🇺🇬 Uganda eSIM from $4.90
Kampala and Entebbe are LTE. Bwindi and Queen Elizabeth have signal at the lodge, not on the gorilla trail. You land connected on MTN, Airtel, then top up anytime on the same eSIM.
- LTE
- 30 days from first connection
- Hotspot included
- Tax included
Plans & prices
Uganda eSIM data plans — tax included
All Uganda 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 Uganda
Which networks does the Uganda eSIM use?
Your eSIM roams on MTN and Airtel — your phone attaches to whichever is strongest where you stand, and switches automatically when you move. Expect LTE across Uganda; 5G is not yet offered to roaming profiles here.
Good to know before you go
- Jinja and the Nile towns are covered. The ferry to the Ssesse Islands is not.
Top up at 0 GB
Our dashboard loads without data. Run out in Kampala and you can still buy more.
Family-friendly
Order several Uganda eSIMs at once. Each traveler scans their own QR code.
No app required
Install from email. Manage the Uganda package from the dashboard — it loads at 0 GB.
How to get online
Setting up your Uganda 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 Uganda
Switch the line on. Within a minute you see MTN in the status bar and your 30 days begin.
FAQ
Uganda eSIM questions
How much does an eSIM for Uganda cost?
Plans for Uganda 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 Uganda eSIM connect to?
Your eSIM roams on MTN and Airtel — the phone picks the strongest signal automatically. Coverage is LTE/4G across the country.
Do I need to install a new eSIM for Uganda if I already have eSIM BFF?
No. If you already installed eSIM BFF on a previous trip, just buy a Uganda package in your dashboard. It attaches to the eSIM you already have and works as soon as you land.
Does the Uganda 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 Uganda eSIM?
Yes. Tethering is included on every plan, so you can share your Uganda data with a laptop or a travel partner.
When should I buy my Uganda 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 Uganda, so buying early costs nothing.
Anything I should know about data in Uganda?
Jinja and the Nile towns are covered. The ferry to the Ssesse Islands is not.
Nearby
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