South Africa eSIM
Prepaid data from $4.50 · 3 to 30 days · no roaming fees
Get mobile data in South Africa the moment you land. Buy a plan in the FoxySim app, install it in about a minute, and keep your own number for calls and WhatsApp. Plans activate on first use in South Africa, so you can set everything up at home.
Data plans for South Africa
Prices in USD, the same as in the app. Buy and install there.
| Data | Validity | Network | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 GB | 7 days | CellSA | $4.50 |
| 3 GB | 30 days | CellSA | $10 |
| 5 GB | 30 days | CellSA | $14 |
| 10 GB | 30 days | CellSA | $24.50 |
| 20 GB | 30 days | CellSA | $40 |
| Unlimited | 3 days | CellSA | $20.50 |
Buy in the app
Choose a South Africa plan and pay with card, Apple Pay or Google Pay.
Install in a minute
Tap Install on iPhone, or scan the in-app QR code on Android.
Land online
Data switches on when you first connect in South Africa. Top up any time.
Frequently asked questions
How much does an eSIM for South Africa cost?
Plans for South Africa start at $4.50 in the FoxySim app, with 6 options up to unlimited of data. Every plan is prepaid with no subscription.
When does my South Africa eSIM activate?
The plan activates the first time it connects to a network in South Africa. Install it at home before you travel; the validity period only starts when you arrive.
Can I keep my own number in South Africa?
Yes. The eSIM is a second line for data only. Your physical SIM stays in the phone, so calls, texts and WhatsApp keep working on your usual number.
Can I top up my South Africa eSIM?
Yes. Open the eSIM in the app and choose Top up. Extra data is added to the same eSIM, so there is nothing new to install.
Which phones work?
Any carrier-unlocked phone with eSIM support: iPhone XS and newer, Pixel 3 and newer, and recent Samsung Galaxy models. The app checks your device before purchase.