Zambia eSIM
31 available plans
Free eSIM in Zambia — free data for first-time users, claimed in the Wanderly app.
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Total plan price
Price per GB
$3.80
- Coverage
- Single country
- Plan type
- Data only
- Top-up
- Unavailable — buy another plan
- Activation
- On network connection
Data-only eSIM
Validity starts at the first network connection.
Top-ups unavailable. Usage tracking supported. Hotspot supported.
Calls and SMS are not included. Internet calling apps use your data.
Coverage (1 country)
Zambia
Refund eligibility depends on the plan and its activation status. Contact Wanderly support before installing or using the eSIM.
What's Included
Zambia eSIM plans at a glance
Wanderly lists 25 fixed-data Zambia plans, ranging from 1GB up to 50GB over 3 to 30 days. Prices start at $5.99, and the lowest cost per gigabyte is $3.20/GB on the 50GB 3-day plan.
Unlimited day-passes are also available from $5.99 per day, billed per day rather than per gigabyte. 9 of the 30 Zambia plans can be topped up without reinstalling the eSIM.
Calls and SMS depend on the selected plan. Install using the supplied QR code and keep your home number on its own line. Activation timing varies by plan; check your selected plan's terms before purchasing or installing.
Zambia eSIM — frequently asked questions
Everything travelers ask before buying a Zambia data plan.
How do I activate my Zambia eSIM?
After purchase you'll receive a QR code by email. Scan it from your phone's cellular settings to install the Zambia eSIM. Install over a reliable internet connection, then follow the activation instructions supplied with your plan.
Does my phone support eSIM in Zambia?
Your phone must support eSIM and be carrier-unlocked. Support varies by exact model and the country where the phone was sold, so check your model and regional variant in our compatibility checker before buying.
Can I keep my regular phone number?
Yes. The Wanderly Zambia eSIM runs as a secondary line alongside your primary SIM, so you keep calls and texts on your home number while using mobile data from the eSIM. Your home carrier may still charge for calls and texts abroad; disable data roaming and automatic data switching on the home line.
Do Zambia eSIM plans include calls and texts?
Some do. The "Calls & texts" tab above lists Zambia plans that include a phone number, calling and usually SMS alongside the data; the rest of our plans are data-only. The number is assigned after purchase and may be issued in a different country than Zambia, so we cannot promise a local number.
How much does a Zambia eSIM cost?
Zambia eSIM plans start from $5.99 on Wanderly, depending on the selected data allowance and duration. Check the available plans above for the current total price and coverage.
When does my Zambia eSIM start?
Most plans begin when the eSIM first connects to a supported network in Zambia or the covered region. Activation rules can vary, so check the instructions for your selected plan before installing or turning it on.
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