Reuse it next trip
Already have eSIM BFF from another country? Just add a Zambia package — no new install.
eSIM for Zambia
🇿🇲 Zambia eSIM from MGA 22,295.00
Lusaka and Livingstone (Victoria Falls town) are LTE. The falls themselves are a dead zone once you leave the gate. You land connected on MTN, Airtel, Zamtel, then top up anytime on the same eSIM.
- LTE
- 30 days from first connection
- Hotspot included
- Tax included
Plans & prices
Zambia eSIM data plans — tax included
All Zambia plans run 30 days from the moment you first connect. Prices below are indicative until we open orders.
Most popular
5 GB
MGA 45,045.00
MGA 9,009.00 per GB · indicative
- 30 days
- Hotspot included
- Top up anytime
Indicative prices in USD, tax included when we sell. Data-only eSIM — your home number keeps working for calls and SMS.
Coverage in Zambia
Which networks does the Zambia eSIM use?
Your eSIM roams on MTN, Airtel and Zamtel — your phone attaches to whichever is strongest where you stand, and switches automatically when you move. Expect LTE across Zambia; 5G is not yet offered to roaming profiles here.
Good to know before you go
- South Luangwa lodges have camp signal, not bush-walk signal.
Top up at 0 GB
Our dashboard loads without data. Run out in Lusaka and you can still buy more.
Family-friendly
Order several Zambia eSIMs at once. Each traveler scans their own QR code.
No app required
Install from email. Manage the Zambia package from the dashboard — it loads at 0 GB.
How to get online
Setting up your Zambia 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 Zambia
Switch the line on. Within a minute you see MTN in the status bar and your 30 days begin.
FAQ
Zambia eSIM questions
How much does an eSIM for Zambia cost?
Plans for Zambia start at MGA 22,295.00 for 1 GB (30 days). The most popular option is 5 GB for MGA 45,045.00. All prices include tax and there is no activation fee.
Which networks does the Zambia eSIM connect to?
Your eSIM roams on MTN, Airtel and Zamtel — the phone picks the strongest signal automatically. Coverage is LTE/4G across the country.
Do I need to install a new eSIM for Zambia if I already have eSIM BFF?
No. If you already installed eSIM BFF on a previous trip, just buy a Zambia package in your dashboard. It attaches to the eSIM you already have and works as soon as you land.
Does the Zambia 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 Zambia eSIM?
Yes. Tethering is included on every plan, so you can share your Zambia data with a laptop or a travel partner.
When should I buy my Zambia 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 Zambia, so buying early costs nothing.
Anything I should know about data in Zambia?
South Luangwa lodges have camp signal, not bush-walk signal.
Nearby
All of Africa →Traveling on from Zambia?
Same eSIM. Just add a package for the next country.
Land in Zambia with your BFF already on.
From MGA 22,295.00 (indicative). Same eSIM next trip.
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