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No surprise bills when you get back. Pick your GB and days, pay a fixed price and browse worry-free. If you don't use it, we refund you.
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eSIM France
Instant delivery in 1 minute
Save up to 90% on roaming
High-speed 4G/5G connection5G
Keep your WhatsApp and number
Choose your plan
100% secure payment
Guaranteed refund
Instant delivery
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 France- Works on your phone (500+ compatible models)
- Real 4G/5G coverage and speed in France
- 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)
The eSIM France lets you travel with internet in France without roaming from the moment you step off the plane. You arrive in Paris, Nice or Lyon and connect by scanning the QR that reaches your email in a minute, without changing your physical SIM or queuing. Perfect for Maps, WhatsApp, translating the menu or relying on hotspot.
You rely on leading local networks with 4G/5G coverage in France's main cities and regions. Choose the GB and the days you need and pay only for that; keep your usual number for WhatsApp and calls, and share data over hotspot with whoever travels with you.
What's included
- 4G/LTE data in France
- Hotspot included to share internet with those travelling with you
- Your usual number stays active: WhatsApp, incoming calls and iMessage without interruptions
- Your activation QR arrives by email in under 1 minute
- Top up your data whenever you want, without buying another eSIM
- Money-back guarantee if the eSIM doesn't work
Before you buy
- Data only: no traditional calls or SMS included
- Your phone must be eSIM-compatible and carrier-unlocked. Check your device here
- Install the profile before you travel: you have 180 days from purchase to do so
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
France
Land with the Internet already on. Share every moment of France 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 France
Pick your data and days. Fixed price, no surprises, across France.
| Data | Duration | Price |
|---|---|---|
| France · 100 MB | 7 days | €0,51 |
| France · 1 GB | 7 days | €2,99 |
| France · 3 GB | 30 days | €5,56 |
| France · 3 GB | 15 days | €5,56 |
| France · 5 GB | 30 days | €8,13 |
| France · 10 GB | 30 days | €12,83 |
| France · 20 GB | 30 days | €21,40 |
| France · 50 GB | 180 days | €53,08 |
| France · 50 GB | 30 days | €41,09 |
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 France 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 France 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 France: your carrier charges you every day
✓ Your eSIM: data for your whole trip from €0,51
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 France, 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 France from the moment you land, with great value and no lock-in.
PuraSim eSIMs for France 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 France. 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 France 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 France without changing phone or number.
Yes. Your eSIM connects to the best local networks in France 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 France 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 France, get a QR by email and, when you scan it, your phone connects to the best local networks in France as soon as you land. All digital, no waits or paperwork.
The days start counting from your first data use in France, 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 France 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 France 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 France. 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 eSIMs for your trip
More about the France eSIM
eSIM for France: internet without roaming
With our eSIM for France, you have internet as soon as you land, without looking for stores or changing your physical card. The plan connects to the country's main networks (Orange, SFR, and Bouygues Telecom), so you browse with good coverage in the city and on the road. You arrive in Paris, activate the data, and you're already looking at the map on your way to the Eiffel Tower. All digital, all on your own mobile.
Roaming in France: why an eSIM is convenient for you
France is part of the European Union, so if you have a Spanish plan, you can use the included roaming. The problem comes with data limits abroad: many plans cut down on gigabytes outside of Spain, and you end up browsing slowly precisely when you need it most. A local eSIM gives you ample data at full speed, without bill surprises or depending on how much roaming you're allowed to use. Activate and go, without changing your SIM or losing your WhatsApp number.
How much does an eSIM for France cost?
Plans start from €3.95, much less than any data extra from your operator. For a weekend getaway with maps, messaging, and some social media, 1 GB is usually enough. If you're going for a long week or use video and constant browsing, 3 to 5 GB is better. And for stays of several weeks or remote work, plans with more gigabytes are worthwhile. You choose according to the days and usage, without overpaying.
eSIM or SIM card in France
A physical SIM card requires you to find a tobacco shop or an operator's store, wait in line, and sometimes register your passport. The eSIM is a QR code that you install before leaving home: no plastic, no losing your usual SIM. Additionally, you can have both lines active at the same time, yours for calls and the eSIM for data. More convenient and no risk of being disconnected as soon as you arrive.
Does the eSIM work in Paris, Marseille, or Lyon?
Yes. The eSIM works throughout France using the Orange, SFR, and Bouygues Telecom networks, with very good 4G and 5G coverage in major cities. You'll have excellent connectivity in Paris, Marseille, Lyon, Toulouse, Nice, Bordeaux, and Strasbourg, and also in tourist areas such as the French Riviera, the Loire castles, or the Alps. In small towns and on train journeys, the connection remains stable for maps and messaging.
How do I activate the France eSIM?
Upon purchase, you receive a QR code by email. You scan it from your phone's settings (you need an eSIM-compatible phone with a Wi-Fi connection), choose the data plan, and in a couple of minutes, you're connected. You can install it before your trip and leave it ready to activate upon arrival. If you have any doubts, follow our eSIM guide step-by-step, and if you're traveling to more countries, take a look at all available destinations.
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