Pay once and you're done
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 Gambia
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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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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 Gambia- Works on your phone (500+ compatible models)
- Real 4G/5G coverage and speed in Gambia
- 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 Gambia lets you travel with internet in Gambia without roaming from the very first moment. You land and get online by scanning the QR that reaches your email in a minute, without changing your physical SIM or looking for a local shop. Perfect for Maps, WhatsApp, translating or sharing over hotspot.
You rely on leading local networks with 4G/5G coverage in Gambia's main cities and areas. Choose the GB and the days you need and pay only for that; keep your usual number for WhatsApp and calls, and give internet over hotspot to your companions.
What's included
- 4G/LTE data to use in Gambia
- Hotspot to share internet with your travel companions
- You keep your usual number: WhatsApp, incoming calls and iMessage with no cut-offs
- Activation QR in your inbox in under 1 minute
- Data top-up available 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
- You need an eSIM-compatible, carrier-unlocked phone. Check your device here
- Install it before you set off: 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
Gambia
Land with the Internet already on. Share every moment of Gambia 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 Gambia
Pick your data and days. Fixed price, no surprises, across Gambia.
| Data | Duration | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Gambia · 1 GB | 7 days | €18,83 |
| Gambia · 3 GB | 15 days | €56,07 |
| Gambia · 3 GB | 30 days | €56,07 |
| Gambia · 5 GB | 30 days | €93,32 |
| Gambia · 10 GB | 30 days | €177,66 |
| Gambia · 20 GB | 30 days | €312,94 |
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 Gambia 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 Gambia 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 Gambia: your carrier charges you every day
✓ Your eSIM: data for your whole trip from €18,83
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 Gambia, 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 Gambia from the moment you land, with great value and no lock-in.
PuraSim eSIMs for Gambia 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 Gambia. 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 Gambia 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 Gambia without changing phone or number.
Yes. Your eSIM connects to the best local networks in Gambia 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 Gambia 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 Gambia, get a QR by email and, when you scan it, your phone connects to the best local networks in Gambia as soon as you land. All digital, no waits or paperwork.
The days start counting from your first data use in Gambia, 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 Gambia 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 Gambia 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 Gambia. 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 Gambia eSIM
eSIM for Gambia: internet without roaming
Traveling to Gambia with an eSIM gives you mobile data as soon as you land at Banjul airport, without searching for stores or dealing with a physical SIM. Gambia is not part of the European Union, so your home plan does not include free roaming: using your data there can cost you between 10 and 15 euros per day. Our eSIM connects to local networks from Africell, QCell, and Comium, the same ones used by Gambians, so you have real data coverage at a travel price.
Roaming in Gambia: why an eSIM is a good idea
Roaming outside the EU is the classic traveler's trap: a week in Gambia checking maps, WhatsApp, and an occasional video can skyrocket your bill over 80 or 100 euros. With an eSIM, you pay once, you know the cost in advance, and there are no surprises when you return home. Plus, you keep your usual number active in case your bank or airline calls, while data travels through the eSIM.
How much does an eSIM for Gambia cost?
Our plans for Gambia start from €3.95, well below what you would spend on a single day of roaming. As a guide, for a 4 or 5-day getaway with normal use of maps and messaging, 1 or 2 GB is usually enough; if you're going to upload photos, make video calls, or stay a couple of weeks, choose between 3 and 5 GB. You can see all options and compare prices in all destinations and choose the gigabytes that fit your trip.
eSIM or SIM card in Gambia
A local SIM card requires queuing at an Africell or Gamcel stand, presenting your passport for registration, and physically changing your phone's card. The eSIM is completely digital: you buy it before leaving Spain, install it in five minutes, and arrive in Gambia with internet already working. No losing your usual SIM or depending on a store opening on the day you land.
Does the eSIM work in Banjul, Serrekunda, or Brikama?
Yes. Data coverage is good in the most populated and tourist areas: the capital Banjul, the populous Serrekunda, Brikama, the coastal area of Bakau and Kololi, and the resorts of the Smiling Coast. Africell and QCell networks provide good 4G signal in these areas; inland, towards Farafenni or Basse, coverage is more irregular, which is normal for any operator in the country.
How is the Gambia eSIM activated?
When you buy it, you receive a QR code by email. You scan it from your phone's settings, activate data upon arrival in Gambia, and that's it, no cables or stores. First, check that your phone is eSIM compatible and unlocked. If it's your first time, in our eSIM guide, we explain the installation step-by-step so you arrive in Banjul with internet from minute one.
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