Qu'est-ce qu'une eSIM de voyage ? Et pourquoi en avez-vous besoin ?
Les données quand vous voyagez, c'était faire la queue aux bornes d'aéroport, échanger de minuscules cartes en plastique ou payer des fortunes pour l'itinérance. Il existe une meilleure solution, et elle est déjà dans votre téléphone.
Think of it like a SIM card — but already inside your phone.
Modern smartphones come with a tiny chip built in that can act as a SIM card. Instead of buying a plastic card and swapping it in, you buy a data plan online and it's sent to your phone digitally — just like downloading an app. Follow a simple setup link we send by email, tap through a few steps, and you're done. No card. No slot. No fuss.
If you have an iPhone from 2018 onwards, or a recent Samsung, Pixel or similar — you almost certainly have an eSIM chip inside already. No new hardware needed.
Buy a plan online and we send you a setup link by email. Tap it, follow a few steps in your phone settings, and you're connected. Takes about two minutes.
SIMOVO plans connect you to local 4G and 5G networks in over 180 destinations. One purchase, instant setup, real local speeds — no roaming charges, ever.
Why travellers are
switching to eSIM.
Every single one of these used to be a problem. Not anymore.
Your eSIM is set up before you travel. The second you get off the plane and switch it on, you have data. No queuing, no finding a shop, no hunting for Wi-Fi.
Most networks charge £5–£15 per day for roaming. A SIMOVO eSIM for a week can cost less than a single day of roaming — with better speeds and no surprise bills.
Physical SIM cards are tiny, easy to drop, and a nightmare to replace. An eSIM is digital — it can't fall down a drain or get left on the bedside table.
SIMOVO connects to local networks in each country — not throttled international roaming. Same speeds as someone who lives there, at a fraction of the price.
Up and running in
three steps.
No shop. No counter. No waiting. Done before your gate closes.
Search your country, pick a data size that suits your trip, and check out in under a minute. Plans start from just a few pounds — one flat price, paid once.
We send your eSIM instantly by email. Tap the setup link on your phone — it opens your settings and walks you through adding the plan in a few taps. No tech knowledge needed.
Switch to your SIMOVO eSIM when you arrive. You're on a local 4G or 5G network the moment you land — and your original SIM stays active for calls alongside it.
What does roaming
actually cost you?
Roaming estimates based on typical network charges of £5–£15/day. SIMOVO prices are examples — actual prices vary by plan and destination. No daily charges — you pay once, upfront.
Things people think
about eSIM — and the truth.
"Setting up an eSIM sounds complicated"
It takes about two minutes. We send you a setup link — tap it, follow a few steps in your phone settings, and you're done. No tech knowledge needed.
"My phone probably doesn't support it"
Every iPhone from XR (2018) onwards supports eSIM. So does every flagship Samsung and Pixel from 2020. That covers most smartphones in use today.
"I'll lose access to my existing number abroad"
Your original SIM stays active alongside the eSIM. You keep your existing number for calls and messages, and use the eSIM for affordable data.
"It must be expensive or a subscription"
No contracts, no subscriptions, no surprise bills. Buy exactly what you need for your trip — one flat price, paid once. Plans start from just a few pounds.
Pick your destination.
We'll handle the rest.
Plans for 180+ countries. Instant setup. No contracts.
Yes, completely. If you can download an app, you can install an eSIM. We send you a setup link by email — tap it on your phone, follow a few prompts in your settings, and you're done. Most people are up and running in under two minutes. If you get stuck at any point, our support team is on hand to help.
Yes — you'll need Wi-Fi or your existing mobile connection to download and install the eSIM before you travel. Once it's installed, it activates automatically when you arrive at your destination, so you'll have data as soon as you land. We recommend installing it at home a day or two before your trip.
Many SIMOVO plans cover multiple countries or entire regions — like Europe or Southeast Asia — so you stay connected as you move between destinations without needing a separate plan for each country. Just check the plan details for your destination when you browse, and look for regional plans if you're crossing borders.
Most phones bought directly from a manufacturer — Apple, Samsung, Google — or purchased SIM-free are already unlocked. If you bought your phone through a network carrier on a contract, it may be locked to that network. Contact your carrier and they can usually unlock it for free. You can also check in your phone's settings under Mobile or SIM — if you see an option to add an eSIM or data plan, you're good to go.
You can top up instantly — no need to find a shop or buy a whole new plan. The setup email we send you includes a link to add more data to your existing plan whenever you need it. It takes seconds. Alternatively, our unlimited plans mean you never have to think about running out at all.
No more than a regular SIM card. Your phone manages both your original SIM and the eSIM the same way it always has. You won't notice any difference in battery life from simply having the eSIM installed.
Yes — many tablets and some laptops support eSIM, including iPad models from 2019 onwards and certain Windows laptops. SIMOVO plans work on any compatible eSIM device. Check the compatibility list on our eSIM guide to see if your device is supported before you buy.
A standard plan gives you a fixed amount of high-speed data for your trip — say 5 GB — to use however you like. When it runs out, you can top up. A unlimited plan gives you a daily allowance of high-speed data, and once that's used each day, your connection continues at a reduced speed so you're never cut off completely. Unlimited is ideal if you stream video, use a hotspot, or simply prefer not to think about data at all.
ITINÉRANCE SANS LIMITES