13 plans · from $1.49
Carriers: Airtel, ZAIN, Celtel
Coverage: 3G, 4G/LTE
Last updated date: July 18, 2026 at 02:45 AM
Buy now — activate within 90 days
Your QR code will be sent right after payment. Your plan starts when you first connect to a local network at your destination.
13 plans
Find your destination and pick the perfect plan by data volume and days!
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Activate your eSIM upon arrival — your internet will start working right away.
In Tanzania, a local SIM card can be useful, especially if you’re planning a long stay. However, an eSIM from Vlex eSIM lets you easily connect to local networks without needing a physical SIM card.
Mobile internet speed in Tanzania varies, but in major cities such as Dar es Salaam you can generally expect speeds up to 4G. Using an eSIM can provide a stable connection for both work and leisure.
Most modern smartphones, such as iPhone XS and newer, as well as the latest Android models, support eSIM. Make sure your phone is unlocked for use in Tanzania.
Mobile network coverage in Tanzania is quite good in cities and popular tourist areas, but it can be limited in remote regions. An eSIM from Vlex eSIM helps you stay connected even when you travel through less populated areas.
Using an eSIM in Tanzania is usually more cost-effective than roaming, as you can avoid high roaming charges. With an eSIM from Vlex eSIM you get access to local rates and can save on mobile data services.
QR arrived a minute after payment. Installed at home over Wi-Fi, data switched on automatically at the arrival airport.
Smooth checkout, QR in about two minutes. Not a single dropout during the trip.
Third purchase here. Pay, scan, go — still works every time.
Couldn't find the QR setting on my Samsung at first. Support replied quickly and walked me through it.
First time using an eSIM — the email guide got me set up in three minutes.
My main SIM stayed in place, bank SMS kept coming while data went through the eSIM. Handy.
Carrier and local SIM prices are approximate for comparison purposes.
For “Tanzania”, exact prices for local SIM cards and carriers are still being updated. The table below shows approximate data for similar destinations.
| Parameter | Vlex eSIM | SIM Tanzania | T-Mobile | Verizon | AT&T | Vodafone | Orange |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price per 1 GB | from $1.57 | ~$3.16 | ~$15.79 | ~$18.95 | ~$17.89 | ~$13.68 | ~$12.63 |
| Activation | Instantly via QR | At airport/office | Call/office | Call/office | Call/office | Call/office | Call/office |
| Price transparency | Fixed | Package / MB | Per day | Per day | Per day | Per day | Per day |
| Hidden fees | No | Possible | Possible | Possible | Possible | Possible | Possible |
| Need a physical SIM card | No | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Availability | Online, 24/7 | On site | Office / Call | Office / Call | Office / Call | Office / Call | Office / Call |
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