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eSIM Central Asia
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Save up to 90% on roaming
High-speed 4G/5G connection5G
Keep your WhatsApp and number
Choose your plan
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Unlimited data with a fair-use policy (FUP): full speed up to a daily allowance, then the pace slows for the rest of the day. No cut-offs, no extra charges.
Coverage in Central Asia- Works on your phone (500+ compatible models)
- Real 4G/5G coverage and speed in Central Asia
- Activates on arrival, not when you buy
- Keep your number, WhatsApp and iMessage
- Guaranteed refund if it does not work
NetworkTop local carrier
Speed4G / 5G
HotspotYes
ServiceData only
ActivationOn first data use
CompatibilityiPhone XS+, Samsung S20+, Pixel 3+ (500+ models)
InstallationQR code by email
FormatDigital eSIM (no physical SIM)
EIDDial *#06# to check it
UsageData only (your number still works for calls)
eSIM Central Asia to have internet in Central Asia without roaming from the moment you land. Scan the QR code that arrives by email in a minute, with no physical SIM swap and no roaming charges. Perfect for finding your way with Maps along the Silk Road, using WhatsApp or translating whenever you need to.
You lean on top-tier local networks across the region, with 4G/5G coverage where available. Choose the GB and days for your route and pay only for that; keep your number for WhatsApp and calls, and create a hotspot to share internet with your travel companions.
What's included
- 4G/5G data in Central Asia depending on local coverage
- Hotspot to share internet with whoever is travelling with you
- Your usual number stays active: WhatsApp, incoming calls and iMessage
- Activation QR code in your email in under 1 minute
- Top up data whenever you want, without buying another eSIM
- Refund guarantee if the eSIM doesn't work
Before you buy
- Data only: no traditional calls or SMS (VoIP apps like WhatsApp do work)
- Your phone must be eSIM-compatible and carrier-unlocked. Check your device here
- Install the profile before you leave: you have 180 days from purchase to do it
Specifications
- Speed: 4G/5G depending on local coverage
- Top-up: Yes
- Hotspot: Yes
- Calls / SMS: Not included (VoIP apps only)
- Pre-activation window: 180 days from purchase
Risk-free purchase
Did you change your plans? We've got you covered
If you don't end up traveling, you have a money-back guarantee. And if something doesn't work at your destination, our human support helps you 24/7 until you're connected. No fine print, no complications.
Your next destination
Central Asia
Land with the Internet already on. Share every moment of Central Asia without hunting for WiFi or overpaying.
The PuraSim difference
Travel connected, without the hassle
Connected or we help you
Coverage in 218 destinations on top-tier local networks, even outside big cities. And if something fails, human support 24/7 until you're online.
If you can take a photo, you can activate it
No paperwork or SIM cards. You get a QR, scan it and the eSIM installs itself. Your number and WhatsApp stay exactly the same.
Choose your plan
eSIM plans for Central Asia
Pick your data and days. Fixed price, no surprises, across Central Asia.
| Data | Duration | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Central Asia · 1 GB | 7 days | €3,42 |
| Central Asia · 3 GB | 30 days | €10,69 |
| Central Asia · 5 GB | 30 days | €16,26 |
| Central Asia · 10 GB | 30 days | €30,82 |
Before you buy
Is your phone compatible?
Almost every phone since 2018 supports eSIM. Check it in 10 seconds — we show you step by step. Swipe →
Dial *#06#
Open the phone dialer and enter *#06#, just like a call. No need to press call.
Look for the EID
If a 32-digit EID code appears, your phone supports eSIM. Good news!
Ready to travel!
Just add your Central Asia plan. Activate it with a QR and land with internet.
Prefer to check by brand and model? Pick it here:
Installation
Activate your eSIM in minutes
1Connect to WiFi
Install it before you travel. It uses no plan data.
2Settings → Cellular
Tap "Add eSIM" → "Use QR Code".
3Scan the QR
The one in your email. The eSIM installs itself.
4Activate on arrival
At your destination, turn on "Data Roaming" for PuraSim.
1Connect to WiFi
Install it before you travel.
2Settings → Connections → SIM
Tap "Add eSIM" or "Add mobile plan".
3Scan the QR
Confirm the profile download.
4Turn on data
Select PuraSim and enable roaming.
The difference
vs. the old way
Compared to roaming, an airport local SIM or hotel WiFi, the PuraSim eSIM for Central Asia is the simplest and cheapest way to get internet abroad.
Roaming
Unlimited daily data
No surprise bills
Online the moment you land
Data coverage across the country
Keep your number and WhatsApp
Human support on WhatsApp
4G/5G speed, no throttling
Daily plans: full-speed data up to the daily cap; after that, reduced speed (fair use).
With PuraSim
Everything that You don't lose
✕ Roaming in Central Asia: your carrier charges you every day
✓ Your eSIM: data for your whole trip from €3,42
Don't lose moneyFixed price before you leave, no surprises on your bill when you return.
Don't lose connectionHigh-speed internet as soon as you land, no need to search for WiFi.
Don't lose your numberYour SIM stays in: WhatsApp and your usual calls, active.
Don't lose timeNo queues or paperwork to buy a SIM at the airport.
Don't lose coverageConnect to top-tier local networks, not second-rate signals.
Don't lose your coolNo commitment, no small print, and a money-back guarantee.
Your next destination
Connect in 218 destinations
One store for all your trips. Pick your country and leave the plane already connected.
Performance
Works with all your apps
Fast, stable connection on top-tier local networks. Peak performance in the apps you use every day.
Real connection speed5G
WhatsApp
Instagram
TikTok
Maps
YouTube
Spotify
Netflix
GmailBooking
Uber
Airbnb
Book, get around and browse at your destination with data from minute one — no hotel wifi or local SIMs needed.
- Stream Netflix & YouTube with no buffering
- Post stories and video-call instantly
- Google Maps always ready so you never get lost
FAQ
Everything clear about your eSIM
To travel to Central Asia, the best eSIM gives you full-speed data on the best local networks, with no roaming and real support. The PuraSim eSIM activates with a QR in 1 minute, keeps your number and WhatsApp and covers all of Central Asia from the moment you land, with great value and no lock-in.
PuraSim eSIMs for Central Asia have plans by data and by days, so you only pay for what you need. No contracts, no lock-in: pick your plan, pay once and get data across Central Asia. See the available plans above. It is much cheaper than your carrier roaming.
Yes, by a lot. Traditional roaming can add €50-60 to your bill on a single trip in Europe. With a PuraSim eSIM you pay a fixed price for your Central Asia data, with no surprises or hidden charges, and you know exactly what you will spend before leaving home.
Yes, if your phone supports eSIM (almost all since 2018: iPhone XR/XS and later, Samsung Galaxy S20+, Google Pixel 3+ and many more). Dial *#06# on the dialer: if an EID code appears, your phone supports eSIM and you can use PuraSim in Central Asia without changing phone or number.
Yes. Your eSIM connects to the best local networks in Central Asia with 4G/5G coverage in major cities and most tourist areas. You get full-speed internet for maps, social media, videos and video calls throughout the trip, from landing until you return home.
Connect to WiFi, open Settings, then Cellular, Add eSIM and scan the QR you receive by email. It takes under a minute and you can set it up before leaving home. In Central Asia you just turn on the eSIM data roaming and you are connected instantly.
An eSIM is a digital SIM built into your phone, with no physical card. You buy your data plan for Central Asia, get a QR by email and, when you scan it, your phone connects to the best local networks in Central Asia as soon as you land. All digital, no waits or paperwork.
The days start counting from your first data use in Central Asia, not from purchase. So you can install the eSIM calmly before travelling and it only activates when you arrive and connect.
Yes. Your usual SIM or eSIM stays active for your calls, SMS and your regular WhatsApp. The PuraSim eSIM is added separately for data only, so you do not lose your number or your chats.
Yes, all our Central Asia plans include hotspot to share internet. You can connect your laptop, tablet or a travel companion phone to your hotspot at no extra cost.
You can buy another Central Asia plan from the site in seconds, with no eSIM change or waiting. We also alert you when you are low on data so you never lose connection mid-trip.
The plan is data only, designed to give you internet in Central Asia. You can still call and message at no extra cost via WhatsApp, FaceTime or Telegram using your eSIM data.
You have a money-back guarantee and 24/7 support. If something fails, our team helps until you are connected or refunds you. Write to us and we solve it right away.
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More about the Central Asia eSIM
eSIM for Central Asia: internet without roaming
Traveling the Silk Road through Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, and Turkmenistan with a single data plan is possible with a Central Asia eSIM. Instead of buying a different card in each country, you activate a single digital profile that automatically connects to the best local networks: Kcell, Beeline, and Tele2/Altel in Kazakhstan, Ucell and Mobiuz in Uzbekistan, or MegaCom and O! in Kyrgyzstan. One plan, multi-country coverage, and data from minute one.
Roaming in Central Asia: why an eSIM is a good idea
No Central Asian country belongs to the European Union, so the "roam like at home" tariff does not apply. With your operator (Movistar, Vodafone, Orange, Yoigo) roaming in this area usually costs between €10 and €15 per day, and sometimes it's billed per MB at prohibitive prices. On a two-week trip crossing several countries, that can easily be over €150. With an eSIM, you pay once, know the price beforehand, and avoid nasty surprises on your bill when you return.
How much does an eSIM for Central Asia cost?
Plans start from €3.95. For a short city trip, 1 GB may be enough; if you're going to be moving around for several days using maps, a translator, and messaging, estimate between 3 and 5 GB; and for long stays with video or tethering, 10 GB or more is better. As a reference, a normal day with Google Maps, WhatsApp, and some social media consumes between 300 and 500 MB. You can compare all options in all destinations and choose the GB according to your travel days.
eSIM or SIM card in Central Asia
A local SIM card requires queuing, presenting your passport for mandatory registration (very strict in countries like Turkmenistan), and repeating the process every time you cross a border. An eSIM is a digital chip: you buy it before you leave, install it at home with Wi-Fi, and land in Almaty or Tashkent with data already ready. Plus, your usual number remains active for receiving bank SMS and calls.
Does the eSIM work in Almaty, Tashkent, or Samarkand?
Yes. Coverage is solid in major cities and tourist routes: Almaty and Astana in Kazakhstan; Tashkent, Samarkand, and Bukhara in Uzbekistan; Bishkek in Kyrgyzstan; Dushanbe in Tajikistan; and Ashgabat in Turkmenistan. The eSIM relies on the best 4G operators in each country, so you'll have stable internet in historic centers, hotels, and stations. In very remote mountain or desert areas, the signal may drop, as with any local SIM.
How to activate the Central Asia eSIM?
After purchase, you receive a QR code by email. You scan it from your phone's settings, the profile is installed, and you activate the data upon arrival. There's no need to physically change the SIM or configure anything complicated. If it's your first time, follow our step-by-step eSIM guide and check if your phone is compatible beforehand. In a few minutes, you'll be connected and ready for your Silk Road trip.
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