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eSIM Dem. Rep. of Congo
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High-speed 4G/5G connection5G
Keep your WhatsApp and number
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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 Dem. Rep. of Congo- Works on your phone (500+ compatible models)
- Real 4G/5G coverage and speed in Dem. Rep. of Congo
- 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 Democratic Republic of the Congo to get around with internet in the Democratic Republic of the Congo without roaming from the moment you land in Kinshasa. Scan the QR that reaches your email in about 1 minute, without swapping your physical SIM and with no paperwork. Perfect for Google Maps, WhatsApp or translating at any moment.
You connect to the top local networks of the DR Congo, with 4G/LTE mobile coverage depending on the area. You choose the GB and the days you need for your trip; you keep your usual number for WhatsApp and calls, and share data by hotspot with your companions.
What's included
- 4G/LTE data in the Democratic Republic of the Congo from the very first minute
- Hotspot included — share your internet with the people travelling with you
- Your usual number stays active — WhatsApp, incoming calls and iMessage without interruptions
- Activation QR in your email in under 1 minute
- Top up your data whenever you need to, without buying another eSIM
- Money-back guarantee if the eSIM doesn't work
Before you buy
- Data only — no traditional calls or SMS (use WhatsApp or other VoIP apps)
- Your phone must be eSIM-compatible and carrier-unlocked. Check your device here
- Install the profile calmly before you travel — you have 180 days from purchase to activate 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
Dem. Rep. of Congo
Land with the Internet already on. Share every moment of Dem. Rep. of Congo 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 Dem. Rep. of Congo
Pick your data and days. Fixed price, no surprises, across Dem. Rep. of Congo.
| Data | Duration | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Dem. Rep. of Congo · 1 GB | 7 days | €7,27 |
| Dem. Rep. of Congo · 3 GB | 30 days | €20,54 |
| Dem. Rep. of Congo · 3 GB | 15 days | €21,40 |
| Dem. Rep. of Congo · 5 GB | 30 days | €33,81 |
| Dem. Rep. of Congo · 10 GB | 30 days | €57,79 |
| Dem. Rep. of Congo · 20 GB | 30 days | €97,17 |
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 Dem. Rep. of Congo 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 Dem. Rep. of Congo 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 Dem. Rep. of Congo: your carrier charges you every day
✓ Your eSIM: data for your whole trip from €7,27
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 Dem. Rep. of Congo, 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 Dem. Rep. of Congo from the moment you land, with great value and no lock-in.
PuraSim eSIMs for Dem. Rep. of Congo 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 Dem. Rep. of Congo. 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 Dem. Rep. of Congo 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 Dem. Rep. of Congo without changing phone or number.
Yes. Your eSIM connects to the best local networks in Dem. Rep. of Congo 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 Dem. Rep. of Congo 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 Dem. Rep. of Congo, get a QR by email and, when you scan it, your phone connects to the best local networks in Dem. Rep. of Congo as soon as you land. All digital, no waits or paperwork.
The days start counting from your first data use in Dem. Rep. of Congo, 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 Dem. Rep. of Congo 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 Dem. Rep. of Congo 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 Dem. Rep. of Congo. 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 Dem. Rep. of Congo eSIM
eSIM for the Democratic Republic of the Congo: internet without roaming
Travelling to the Democratic Republic of the Congo with an eSIM is the easiest way to have mobile data from the moment you land in Kinshasa. You connect to the local networks of Vodacom Congo, Airtel and Orange RDC without changing cards or looking for a shop on arrival. You buy the plan before leaving, activate it with a QR code and carry working internet for maps, messaging and translations from minute one.
Roaming in the Democratic Republic of the Congo: why an eSIM makes sense
The DRC is not part of the European Union, so your Spanish carrier's roaming rates skyrocket: it's common to pay between 10 and 15 € a day, or sky-high per-megabyte prices, with the real risk of a surprise bill. A local eSIM removes that problem because you pay a fixed, closed price for your data. In such a vast country, where you'll move between Kinshasa, Lubumbashi or Goma, keeping spending under control makes all the difference.
How much does a Democratic Republic of the Congo eSIM cost?
You choose based on your travel days and your usage. For a short layover with basic WhatsApp and maps use, 1 or 2 GB are enough; for a stay of one or two weeks using your phone daily, aim for 3 GB or more. Booking data with more margin than you think you need pays off: it's always cheaper than running out of internet or turning on emergency roaming.
eSIM or SIM card in the Democratic Republic of the Congo
A local physical SIM card means queuing, registering the number with your passport and, quite often, negotiating in French at a Vodacom or Airtel stand. The eSIM is entirely digital: it arrives in your inbox, you install it at home and you land with data already active. Plus you keep your Spanish number on your main SIM to receive calls and bank SMS while you use the eSIM to browse.
Does the eSIM work in Kinshasa, Lubumbashi or Goma?
Yes. Coverage is solid in the big cities: Kinshasa, Lubumbashi, Kisangani, Goma, Bukavu and Matadi have a good 4G network from Vodacom, Airtel and Orange. In rural areas and along road journeys the signal is more patchy, something normal across the whole region. You can see the rest of all destinations if your trip continues through Africa.
How do you activate the Democratic Republic of the Congo eSIM?
After purchase you receive a QR code by email. You scan it from your phone's settings, turn on the data and you're done, without touching any hardware. We recommend installing it over wifi before you fly so you arrive connected. If it's your first eSIM, follow our eSIM guide step by step and you'll have internet in the Democratic Republic of the Congo within a few minutes.
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