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eSIM Rwanda
Instant delivery in 1 minute
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 Rwanda- Works on your phone (500+ compatible models)
- Real 4G/5G coverage and speed in Rwanda
- 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 Rwanda to travel with internet in Rwanda without roaming from the moment you land in Kigali. Scan the QR that arrives in your email in about 1 minute, without swapping your physical SIM and with no queues at the airport. Ready for Google Maps on the way to Volcanoes National Park, WhatsApp or translating menus.
You browse on Airtel's local network with 4G/LTE coverage in the country's main areas. You choose the GB and the days you need and pay only for that; you keep your usual number for WhatsApp and calls, and share data by hotspot with your safari companions.
What's included
- 4G/LTE data in Rwanda 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
- Networks: RW - Airtel 4G
- 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
Rwanda
Land with the Internet already on. Share every moment of Rwanda 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 Rwanda
Pick your data and days. Fixed price, no surprises, across Rwanda.
| Data | Duration | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Rwanda · 1 GB | 7 days | €12,83 |
| Rwanda · 3 GB | 15 days | €36,38 |
| Rwanda · 3 GB | 30 days | €38,09 |
| Rwanda · 5 GB | 30 days | €60,35 |
| Rwanda · 10 GB | 30 days | €113,87 |
| Rwanda · 20 GB | 30 days | €196,07 |
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 Rwanda 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 Rwanda 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 Rwanda: your carrier charges you every day
✓ Your eSIM: data for your whole trip from €12,83
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 Rwanda, 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 Rwanda from the moment you land, with great value and no lock-in.
PuraSim eSIMs for Rwanda 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 Rwanda. 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 Rwanda 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 Rwanda without changing phone or number.
Yes. Your eSIM connects to the best local networks in Rwanda 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 Rwanda 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 Rwanda, get a QR by email and, when you scan it, your phone connects to the best local networks in Rwanda as soon as you land. All digital, no waits or paperwork.
The days start counting from your first data use in Rwanda, 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 Rwanda 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 Rwanda 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 Rwanda. 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 Rwanda eSIM
eSIM for Rwanda: Internet without roaming
Traveling to Rwanda with an eSIM is the easiest way to have internet as soon as you land at Kigali International Airport. You connect to the local mobile networks of MTN Rwanda and Airtel Rwanda, which provide good 4G coverage in major cities, without changing your physical SIM card or looking for a place to buy a local SIM. You buy the plan before leaving home, activate it by scanning a QR code, and arrive in the country with data ready to use Google Maps, WhatsApp, a translator, and your reservations.
Roaming in Rwanda: Why an eSIM is a good idea
Rwanda is not part of the European Union, so your carrier's roaming here is not included in your usual plan. Typically, you would pay roaming fees of between 10 and 15 euros per day, or extremely high prices per megabyte that quickly rack up your bill without you realizing it. With a data eSIM, you pay a fixed price upfront and control exactly what you spend. It's the same saving you look for when comparing roaming with a local SIM card, but without queues or paperwork.
How much does an eSIM for Rwanda cost?
Plans start from €3.95 and the price depends on the gigabytes and days you need. For a short getaway or a weekend safari, 1 or 3 GB is usually enough if you use maps and messaging. If you're going to be traveling the country for one or two weeks, uploading content, or sharing your connection, it's better to choose 5 to 10 GB. Calculate about 1 GB for every two to three days of moderate use and add more if you watch a lot of video.
eSIM or SIM card in Rwanda
A local physical SIM card requires you to register with your passport at an MTN or Airtel store and change your chip, with the risk of losing it. The eSIM is completely digital: it coexists with your usual number on the same phone, you activate it in two minutes, and you keep WhatsApp and calls from your usual line. Fewer hassles, zero plastic, and the peace of mind of arriving already connected.
Does the eSIM work in Kigali, Musanze, or Gisenyi?
Yes. Coverage is solid in Kigali, the capital, and also in cities like Butare (Huye), Musanze (gateway to Volcanoes National Park), Gisenyi (Rubavu) by Lake Kivu, and Ruhengeri. It relies on the infrastructure of MTN Rwanda and Airtel Rwanda, the two operators with the widest reach in the country. In rural areas or within national parks, the signal may be weaker, which is normal in any mountainous destination. Check all destinations if your trip combines several African countries.
How do I activate the Rwanda eSIM?
After purchase, you will receive a QR code by email with instructions. You scan it from your phone's settings while still in Spain with WiFi, and upon arriving in Rwanda, you just need to activate data roaming for that eSIM to start browsing. No complicated setup is needed. If it's your first time, follow our eSIM guide step by step, and you'll have internet in Kigali in a matter of minutes.
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