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 Maldives
4.8/5Instant delivery in 1 minute
Save up to 90% on roaming
High-speed 4G connection
Keep your WhatsApp and number
Choose your plan
100% secure payment
Refund 180 days if unactivated
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. Fair use: Light 1 GB/day and Ultra 3 GB/day at full speed; after that, 512 Kbps until the daily reset.
Coverage in Maldives- Works on your phone (500+ compatible models)
- Real 4G coverage and speed in Maldives
- Activates on arrival, not when you buy
- Keep your number, WhatsApp and iMessage
- Refund if we can't get it working
NetworkTop local carrier
Speed3G / 4G
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 Maldives gives you internet in the Maldives without roaming from the moment you arrive in Malé. Scan the email QR in a minute, with no physical SIM swap and no queues, and you can already use Maps, WhatsApp, translate or share over hotspot while heading to your resort or island.
You browse on the local Dhiraagu network with 4G coverage across the atolls. Choose the GB and the days you need, keep your usual number for WhatsApp and calls, and split the connection over hotspot with whoever comes with you.
What's included
- High-speed 4G/LTE data in the Maldives
- Hotspot included to share your connection with whoever travels with you
- Your usual number stays active: WhatsApp, incoming calls and iMessage with no cut-offs
- Activation QR in your email in under 1 minute
- Top up data whenever you need to, without buying another eSIM
- Money-back guarantee if the eSIM doesn't work
Before you buy
- Data-only product: no traditional calls or SMS (use VoIP apps)
- 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 it
Specifications
- Speed: 4G depending on local coverage
- Networks: MV - Dhiraagu 4G
- Top-up: Yes
- Hotspot: Yes
- Calls / SMS: Not included (VoIP apps only)
- Pre-activation window: 180 days from purchase
The (almost) 5-star eSIM
The eSIM was very easy to install and, once I reached my destination, I had a connection from the very first moment without having to worry about roaming.
Activation was quick and simple, and I had a connection the whole time with no hassle. Coverage and speed were very good.
I went on a trip around Latin America and had coverage everywhere, at a very good price. Highly recommended 💪🏼
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.
Maldives
Land with the Internet already on. Share every moment of Maldives without hunting for WiFi or overpaying.
Travel connected, without the hassle
Connected or we help you
Coverage in more than 200 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.
eSIM plans for Maldives
Pick your data and days. Fixed price, no surprises, across Maldives.
| Data | Duration | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Maldives · 1 GB | 7 days | €16,43 |
| Maldives · 3 GB | 15 days | €46,63 |
| Maldives · 3 GB | 30 days | €48,85 |
| Maldives · 5 GB | 30 days | €77,28 |
| Maldives · 10 GB | 30 days | €138,57 |
| Maldives · 20 GB | 30 days | €244,72 |
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 Maldives plan. Activate it with a QR and land with internet.
Prefer to check by brand and model? Pick it here:
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.
vs. the old way
Compared to roaming, an airport local SIM or hotel WiFi, the PuraSIM eSIM for Maldives 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).
Everything that You don't lose
✕ Roaming in Maldives: your carrier charges you every day
✓ Your eSIM: data for your whole trip from €16,43
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.
Connect in 200+ destinations
One store for all your trips. Pick your country and leave the plane already connected.
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
Everything clear about your eSIM
To travel to Maldives, 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 Maldives from the moment you land, with great value and no lock-in.
PuraSIM eSIMs for Maldives 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 Maldives. 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 Maldives 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 Maldives without changing phone or number.
Yes. Your eSIM connects to the best local networks in Maldives with 4G 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 Maldives 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 Maldives, get a QR by email and, when you scan it, your phone connects to the best local networks in Maldives as soon as you land. All digital, no waits or paperwork.
The days start counting from your first data use in Maldives, 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 Maldives 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 Maldives 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 Maldives. 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.
Learn to travel connected
More about the Maldives eSIM
eSIM for Maldives: internet without roaming
Traveling to the Maldives with an eSIM lets you have mobile data from the moment you land at Malé airport, without hunting for stores or swapping physical cards. Our eSIM connects to the country's real local networks, Dhiraagu and Ooredoo Maldives, the only two operators with serious coverage among the atolls. This way you can book excursions, order a speedboat transfer, or share photos from the resort without relying on the hotel's slow Wi-Fi.
Roaming in the Maldives: why an eSIM works for you
The Maldives is not part of the European Union, so your plan from home doesn't apply here. Using your carrier's roaming can cost you between 10 and 15 € per day, and on a week-long trip that adds up fast. With a data eSIM you pay once at a flat price and know exactly how much you're spending, with no surprises on your bill when you get back. It's the simplest way to have internet in the Maldives while keeping costs under control.
How much does an eSIM for the Maldives cost?
The price depends on the GB and days you need. For a short trip focused on beach and disconnection, 1 GB per day is usually enough for maps, messaging, and social media. If you're making video calls, uploading diving videos, or working remotely from the resort, choose a more generous plan of 5 GB or more. You can compare all options and other destinations at all destinations.
eSIM vs physical SIM card in the Maldives
A local prepaid SIM card exists, but it means queuing at the airport, showing your passport, and swapping your physical chip with the risk of losing it. The eSIM is 100% digital: you install it before leaving home, keep your usual number active for WhatsApp and calls, and arrive in the Maldives with data already ready. Less hassle and zero plastic.
Does the eSIM work in Malé, Hulhumalé, and Maafushi?
Yes. The coverage from Dhiraagu and Ooredoo is solid in the capital Malé, in Hulhumalé, and on popular local islands like Maafushi. At resorts in the Baa, Ari, or Vaavu atolls, 4G signal reaches most inhabited islands fine, although on long speedboat journeys between atolls there may be some stretches without coverage – pretty normal for any operator in the country.
How do I activate the Maldives eSIM?
After purchase, you receive a QR code by email. You scan it from your phone's settings, activate the data line and that's it: you can do this over Wi-Fi before you fly and connect the moment you land in Malé. You just need an eSIM-compatible phone. For the step-by-step with screenshots, check out the full eSIM guide to get everything ready before your trip.
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