Which network does the Afghanistan eSIM use?

It connects to Roshan’s 4G network in Afghanistan.

Does the Afghanistan eSIM include calls and texts?

No. It is a data-only eSIM, so calls and texts are not included.

What data options are available for Afghanistan?

You can choose 1GB, 3GB, 5GB, 10GB or 20GB of data.

How long do Afghanistan eSIM plans last?

The available validity periods are 7, 15 and 30 days.

Can I top up the Afghanistan eSIM?

Yes. Top-ups are supported if you need additional data.

Afghanistan: is an eSIM better than a local SIM?

For most travellers, yes. A local SIM in Afghanistan means finding a shop once you have landed, usually with ID in hand, and it leaves you on a single carrier. An eSimHero eSIM installs before you travel, works the moment you arrive, connects across the networks we carry there, and leaves your usual number active on the same phone.

Afghanistan Local eSIMs

Name: Afghanistan eSIM
Brand: eSimHero
Availability: InStock

Stay connected in Afghanistan with plans starting from $7.25

If you're running low, you can always top up

The package starts when you connect to a supported network

Delivered instantly via QR code to your email

Networks

Roshan4G

Internet Breakout

United Kingdom

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7 days

1 GB

$7.25

15 days

3 GB

$18.25

30 days

3 GB

$19.25

5 GB

$30.00

10 GB

$55.75

20 GB

$103.25

Afghanistan eSIM Data Speed

Your data breaks out in United Kingdom, around 5,814 km from Afghanistan, adding roughly 58 ms of travel time. Browsing, maps, messaging and streaming are unaffected, though video calls and online gaming may feel slightly delayed. In return, this is the lowest price we can offer for Afghanistan.

Networks: Roshan4G
Breaks out in: United Kingdom
Added latency: ~58 ms; ~5,814 km

Works well with

Estimated from the distance between Afghanistan and the breakout country. Real-world latency also depends on the mobile network you connect to. Why this matters

About eSIMs in Afghanistan

An Afghanistan eSIM gives you mobile data for your trip, with plan durations of 7, 15 or 30 days. Choose from 1GB, 3GB, 5GB, 10GB or 20GB of data, depending on how you expect to use your connection.

Coverage & networks

The eSIM connects to Roshan’s 4G network in Afghanistan. It is a data-only service, so calls and texts are not included as standard mobile services.

How much data you need

For light use such as messaging, maps and occasional browsing, 1GB or 3GB may suit a shorter trip. Choose 5GB, 10GB or 20GB if you expect to use more maps, social media, photo sharing or streaming. Plans are available for 7, 15 or 30 days, and you can top up if you need more data.

Setting it up

Select the data amount and validity period that match your stay, then follow your device’s eSIM installation and activation instructions. Top-ups are supported if your original allowance runs out before the plan expires.

Is your phone eSIM ready?

Scan this QR code with your phone to instantly check compatibility.

Afghanistan Travel eSIM vs Local SIM

One network from a shop counter, or every network before you fly.

How an eSimHero travel eSIM compares with a local SIM card in Afghanistan
	Local SIM	eSimHero eSIM
Networks	One only	1 networks
Speed	That one carrier's	4G
Ready	After you land	Before you fly
ID needed	Often	Never
Your number	Has to come out	Stays active
Top-ups	Find a shop	Online, seconds
Price	Unknown until you land	$7.25