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Already have eSIM BFF from another country? Just add a India package — no new install.
eSIM for India
🇮🇳 India eSIM from PGK 15.41
A local SIM needs registration. An eSIM skips the paperwork and lands you on Airtel, Jio or Vi. You land connected on Airtel, Jio, Vi, then top up anytime on the same eSIM.
- LTE + 5G
- 30 days from first connection
- Hotspot included
- Tax included
Plans & prices
India eSIM data plans — tax included
All India 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 India
Which networks does the India eSIM use?
Your eSIM roams on Airtel, Jio and Vi — your phone attaches to whichever is strongest where you stand, and switches automatically when you move. 5G is available in New Delhi and other major cities where the carrier opens it to roaming profiles; elsewhere you get LTE.
Good to know before you go
- Local SIMs need registration; an eSIM skips the paperwork entirely.
Top up at 0 GB
Our dashboard loads without data. Run out in New Delhi and you can still buy more.
Family-friendly
Order several India eSIMs at once. Each traveler scans their own QR code.
No app required
Install from email. Manage the India package from the dashboard — it loads at 0 GB.
Best eSIM for India
Best eSIM for India in 2026
People searching “India eSIM”, “eSIM India” or “best eSIM for India” want the same thing: data on Airtel without an airport queue.
For a typical trip to New Delhi the useful pick is a prepaid 5 GB plan at PGK 31.21, 30 days from first connection, hotspot on. That is the eSIM BFF India package. You install the profile once; the next country is a top-up, not a new eSIM.
| If you care about | Pick |
|---|---|
| One profile for this trip and the next | eSIM BFF — same eSIM, new India package |
| A huge marketplace / app | Airalo — usually a fresh country eSIM |
| Unlimited days, not gigabytes | Holafly — priced per day, hotspot often limited |
| Networks in India | Airtel, Jio, Vi · LTE / 5G |
Also see prepaid eSIM and eSIM vs physical SIM.
How to get online
Setting up your India 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 India
Switch the line on. Within a minute you see Airtel in the status bar and your 30 days begin.
FAQ
India eSIM questions
How much does an eSIM for India cost?
Plans for India start at PGK 15.41 for 1 GB (30 days). The most popular option is 5 GB for PGK 31.21. All prices include tax and there is no activation fee.
Which networks does the India eSIM connect to?
Your eSIM roams on Airtel, Jio and Vi — the phone picks the strongest signal automatically. 5G is available where the carrier offers it to roaming profiles; otherwise you get LTE.
Do I need to install a new eSIM for India if I already have eSIM BFF?
No. If you already installed eSIM BFF on a previous trip, just buy a India package in your dashboard. It attaches to the eSIM you already have and works as soon as you land.
Does the India 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 India eSIM?
Yes. Tethering is included on every plan, so you can share your India data with a laptop or a travel partner.
When should I buy my India 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 India, so buying early costs nothing.
What is the best eSIM for India?
The best India eSIM for most travelers is a prepaid data plan on Airtel, Jio and Vi that you install once and can top up later. eSIM BFF is built for that: 5 GB is PGK 31.21 (tax included), hotspot is on, and the same profile takes the next country. Airalo and Holafly also cover India — Airalo is usually a new country eSIM, Holafly is priced per day. Pick BFF if you want one profile and a GB price; pick Holafly if you truly need unlimited.
Anything I should know about data in India?
Local SIMs need registration; an eSIM skips the paperwork entirely.
Nearby
All of Asia →Traveling on from India?
Same eSIM. Just add a package for the next country.
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Visiting several countries? The Asia regional plan covers India and its neighbors on one balance.
Land in India with your BFF already on.
From PGK 15.41 (indicative). Same eSIM next trip.
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