Does an eSIM work in Tanzania?

Yes. All major carriers in Tanzania support eSIM on tourist devices. You install the profile at home via QR code, and your phone connects automatically when you land.

How much does an eSIM for Tanzania cost?

Plans for Tanzania start at $0.49 on esimchart. Prices scale up with data volume and validity. We list every active plan above, sorted by $/GB so you can spot the best deal at a glance.

Is 5G available with an eSIM in Tanzania?

Yes — selected plans for Tanzania include 5G access on the partner carrier's network in major cities. Look for the 5G tag on each plan above.

Do I need voice/SMS or is data enough?

For 95% of travelers data is enough — calls go through WhatsApp, FaceTime or Signal. If you specifically need a local phone number, filter for plans with the voice flag.

Can I tether or use the eSIM as a hotspot?

Most Tanzania plans on esimchart support hotspot/tethering. We tag hotspot-capable plans clearly so you can filter by that feature.

How do I pay and is there a markup?

You buy directly from the provider at the same price shown on their website. esimchart earns a commission from the provider — there is zero markup for you.

How long does activation take in Tanzania?

Activation is typically under 90 seconds. Buy a plan, scan the QR code with your phone, enable Data Roaming on the new eSIM line, and you're online when you land in Tanzania.

eSIM Tanzania 2026 · 721 plans from $0.49 compared

BEST DEAL

SimOptions

Verifizierter Anbieter

Tansania 1GB (1 Tag)

Sofort-Aktivierung

5GHotspotQR in 30s

1GBDaten

1dLaufzeit

$1.00

$1.00 / GB

eSIM Tanzania 2026 · 721 plans compared

Beste Tanzania eSIM-Tarife

Tansania 1GB (1 Tag)

eSIM Africa (21 Countries) - 1 Day / Daily 500MB

eSIM Africa (17 Countries) - 1 Day / Daily 500MB

eSIM East Africa (8 Countries) - 1 Day / Daily 500MB

eSIM Tanzania - 1 Day / Daily 1GB

eSIM Africa (21 Countries) - 1 Day / Daily 1GB

Tanzania Unlimited (500 MB/day, then 512 Kbps) 1 Day

eSIM Africa (21 Countries) - 2 Days / Daily 500MB

eSIM Africa (14 Countries) - 1 Day / Daily 1GB

eSIM Africa (17 Countries) - 1 Day / Daily 1GB

eSIM East Africa (8 Countries) - 1 Day / Daily 1GB

Tanzania Unlimited (1 GB/day, then 512 Kbps) 1 Day

eSIM Tanzania - 3 Days / Daily 500MB

eSIM Africa (21 Countries) - 3 Days / Daily 500MB

eSIM East Africa (8 Countries) - 2 Days / Daily 500MB

eSIM Africa (21 Countries) - 2 Days / Daily 1GB

eSIM Africa (21 Countries) - 1 Day / Daily 2GB

Africa Unlimited (1 GB/day, then 1 Mbps) 1 Day

Tanzania Unlimited Data - 1 Days

Global (Standard) Unlimited (1 GB/day, then 384 Kbps) 1 Day

Common questions about eSIMs in Tanzania