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Ethiopia eSIM 2026: compare plans at the best price

Compare eSIM plans at the best price. Updated October 2026.

TOP 1
€10.95€12.17
Duration30 days
Data3 GB
eSIM4Travel
TOP 2
€9.89€10.99
Duration30 days
Data490 MB
GoMoWorld
TOP 3
€5.80€7.25
Duration7 days
Data1 GB
eSIMo
TOP 4
€6.46€6.80
Duration7 days
Data1 GB
Voilà
  • 376plans
  • 31providers
  • from€0.84
  • €0.92/GB

Ethiopia eSIM 2026: which plan fits your trip?

Weekend in Ethiopia, a month on the ground, a long stay or two weeks of real unlimited — the right plan is already picked.

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Weekend in Ethiopia

3–5 GB for maps, messages and some streaming

€9.35€10.38
+5
Duration3 days
Data3 GB
abesteSIM
Long stay in Ethiopia

14 days or more, at least 10 GB

€15.94€16.78
Duration25 days
Data10 GB
eSIM.dog
Unlimited 2 weeks in Ethiopia

Truly unlimited, around 14 days

€12.44€13.83
+201
Duration14 days
DataUnlimited
LightSim
One month in Ethiopia

30 days, 10–20 GB

€15.94€16.78
Duration30 days
Data10 GB
eSIM.dog
376 plans found
1eSIM4Travel
Ethiopia (Ethio Telecom) - 3GB/30Days
eSIM4Travel
HotspotFair useTop-up
€10.95
€12.17
Coverage
Data 3 GB
Duration 30 days
Price/GB €4.06/GB
5G —
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2GoMoWorld
Ethiopia
GoMoWorld
€9.89
€10.99
Coverage
Data 490 MB
Duration 30 days
Price/GB €22.43/GB
5G —
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3eSIMo
7 days - 1GB5G
eSIMo
€5.80
€7.25
Coverage
Data 1 GB
Duration 7 days
Price/GB €7.25/GB
5G Yes
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4Voilà
7 days - 1GB
VoilàSafaricom
€6.46
€6.80
Coverage
Data 1 GB
Duration 7 days
Price/GB €6.80/GB
5G —
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5LinkeSIM
Ethiopia 10 GO for 31 days
LinkeSIMEtmtn
Hotspot
€18.53
Coverage
Data 10 GB
Duration 31 days
Price/GB €1.85/GB
5G —
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6eSIM.dog
⚡️ Best Coverage in Ethiopia (20GB/365Days) - Yellow route
eSIM.dog
Hotspot
€63.17
€66.50
Coverage
Data 20 GB
Duration 365 days
Price/GB €3.32/GB
5G —
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7Roamless
Ethiopia Pay as You Go5G
RoamlessEthio Telecom
HotspotTop-up
€6.20
€7.29
Coverage
Data 1 GB
Duration 365 days
Price/GB €7.29/GB
5G Yes
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8LightSim
LightSim unlimited 7 days5G
LightSimTurkcell
HotspotGlobalTop-up
€7.86
€8.73
Coverage
+201
Data Unlimited
Duration 7 days
Price/GB -
5G Yes
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9Roamless
Ethiopia Pay as You Go5G
RoamlessEthio Telecom
HotspotTop-up
€18.60
€21.88
Coverage
Data 3 GB
Duration 365 days
Price/GB €7.29/GB
5G Yes
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10Roamless
Ethiopia Pay as You Go5G
RoamlessEthio Telecom
HotspotTop-up
€24.80
€29.17
Coverage
Data 4 GB
Duration 365 days
Price/GB €7.29/GB
5G Yes
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11Roamless
Ethiopia Pay as You Go5G
RoamlessEthio Telecom
HotspotTop-up
€31.00
€36.47
Coverage
Data 5 GB
Duration 365 days
Price/GB €7.29/GB
5G Yes
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12Roamless
Ethiopia Pay as You Go5G
RoamlessEthio Telecom
HotspotTop-up
€37.20
€43.76
Coverage
Data 6 GB
Duration 365 days
Price/GB €7.29/GB
5G Yes
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13Roamless
Ethiopia Pay as You Go5G
RoamlessEthio Telecom
HotspotTop-up
€43.40
€51.06
Coverage
Data 7 GB
Duration 365 days
Price/GB €7.29/GB
5G Yes
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14Roamless
Ethiopia Pay as You Go5G
RoamlessEthio Telecom
HotspotTop-up
€49.60
€58.35
Coverage
Data 8 GB
Duration 365 days
Price/GB €7.29/GB
5G Yes
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15Roamless
Ethiopia Pay as You Go5G
RoamlessEthio Telecom
HotspotTop-up
€55.80
€65.64
Coverage
Data 9 GB
Duration 365 days
Price/GB €7.29/GB
5G Yes
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16Roamless
Ethiopia Pay as You Go5G
RoamlessEthio Telecom
HotspotTop-up
€62.00
€72.94
Coverage
Data 10 GB
Duration 365 days
Price/GB €7.29/GB
5G Yes
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17Roamless
Ethiopia Pay as You Go5G
RoamlessEthio Telecom
HotspotTop-up
€92.99
€109.40
Coverage
Data 15 GB
Duration 365 days
Price/GB €7.29/GB
5G Yes
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18Roamless
Ethiopia Pay as You Go5G
RoamlessEthio Telecom
HotspotTop-up
€123.99
€145.87
Coverage
Data 20 GB
Duration 365 days
Price/GB €7.29/GB
5G Yes
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19Roamless
Ethiopia Pay as You Go5G
RoamlessEthio Telecom
HotspotTop-up
€154.99
€182.34
Coverage
Data 25 GB
Duration 365 days
Price/GB €7.29/GB
5G Yes
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20Roamless
Ethiopia Pay as You Go5G
RoamlessEthio Telecom
HotspotTop-up
€185.99
€218.81
Coverage
Data 30 GB
Duration 365 days
Price/GB €7.29/GB
5G Yes
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Best eSIM providers in Ethiopia

31 providers compared, ranked by average price/GB (excluding free trials and unlimited).

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ProviderPlansFromPromo codes
LinkeSIMLinkeSIM2€18.53-Read review
HorizonHorizon4€2.34ESIMD−10%Promo code
eSIMCardeSIMCard1€7.86ESIMD−15%Promo code
LightSimLightSim4€2.71ESIMDEALS10−10%Promo code
RoamifyRoamify5€3.92ESIMP5−5%Promo code
AeroSimsAeroSims1€36.61-Read review
abesteSIMabesteSIM9€1.46ESIMD−10%Promo code
ASIMGOASIMGO7€1.38ESIMD−10%Promo code
SparkRoamSparkRoam1€4.59-Read review
eSIM.dogeSIM.dog62€1.05ESIMDEALS−5%Promo code
AlpineSIMAlpineSIM1€4.75ESIMD−10%Promo code
eSIMFoxeSIMFox1€4.99-Read review
+18 more providers available in the table below.

Mobile networks available in Ethiopia

Aggregated from local operators listed on currently tracked plans.

NetworkProviders tracked5GCheapest
Safaricom11 (AdventureSIMs, AirPlans, AlpineSIM, ConnectMeGuru)✓€1.37
Orange3 (eSIM.dog, eSIMCard, Roamless)✓€1.05
Ethio Telecom2 (CocoRoam, Roamless)✓€7.29
Airtel1 (abesteSIM)✓€1.46
Local partners1 (LightSim)-€2.71
Afghan Wireless Communication Company (AWCC)1 (JamboSim)-€2.99
Awcc1 (JamboSim)-€2.99
Du1 (Roamless)✓€7.75

Guide

What is the best eSIM for Ethiopia in 2026?

The best eSIM for Ethiopia in 2026 depends on your trip length, data needs and budget. As of October 22, 2026, eSIM Deals tracks 376 Ethiopia eSIM plans from 31 providers, with paid plans starting at €0.84. Current catalog signals: the cheapest observed plan is €0.84 from eSIM4Travel (100 MB, 1 day); the best tracked price/GB is €1.33/GB from eSIM.dog; the cheapest unlimited plan observed starts at €8.73 from LightSim. Use the live comparison above to sort by lowest price, best price per GB, longest validity or unlimited data - rankings are computed from current catalog feeds, not static screenshots.

How eSIM Deals compares Ethiopia eSIM plans

We ingest partner catalogs (APIs and feeds), then normalize price, data allowance, validity, 5G, hotspot and local operator labels when provided. Destination pages revalidate regularly so counts and rankings stay aligned with the tracked catalog.

For Ethiopia, you can sort by:

  1. Lowest price - paid plans only (free trials are excluded from "from" price signals).
  2. Best price/GB - useful for data-heavy trips (unlimited plans excluded from this metric).
  3. Longest validity - relevant for longer stays or multi-stop itineraries.
  4. Unlimited - ranked by the cheapest observed unlimited-data plan.

How to choose the right Ethiopia eSIM

  1. Estimate your data use: maps + messaging = light; video, calls and hotspot = heavy.
  2. Match validity to the trip: 7 days for a short break, 15–30 days for a typical stay; check whether validity starts at install or first connection.
  3. Compare total value: a low price/GB can hide short validity or restricted tethering.
  4. Check the partner network: Safaricom, Orange, Ethio Telecom and Airtel. Performance varies by local operator and the areas you visit in Ethiopia.
  5. Confirm 5G and hotspot: helpful for streaming and tethering, but not always included.

Why use an eSIM instead of roaming in Ethiopia

An eSIM installs without removing your primary SIM, can be set up before departure, and avoids variable roaming fees. Keep your usual number for SMS/OTP while using local travel data.

Local networks observed in Ethiopia

Tracked plans currently list these partner operators:

  • Safaricom: tracked with AdventureSIMs, AirPlans, AlpineSIM and ConnectMeGuru (from €1.37)
  • Orange: tracked with eSIM.dog, eSIMCard and Roamless (from €1.05)
  • Ethio Telecom: tracked with CocoRoam and Roamless (from €7.29)
  • Airtel: tracked with abesteSIM (from €1.46)

Network labels come from provider catalogs. Always confirm the exact partner network on the plan details before purchase.

Before you buy a Ethiopia eSIM

  • Phone is eSIM-compatible and carrier-unlocked
  • Provider activation, top-up and refund terms
  • Fair-use rules on unlimited plans when applicable
  • Partner promo codes shown on eSIM Deals, entered at merchant checkout

Use the table and sort modes above to decide for your Ethiopia itinerary, then open the provider page for activation details.

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Frequently Asked Questions

The cheapest Ethiopia eSIM tracked by eSIM Deals on October 22, 2026 costs €0.84 from eSIM4Travel for 100 MB valid for 1 day.