Which network does the Nigeria eSIM use?

The eSIM connects to Glo's 4G network in Nigeria.

Does the Nigeria eSIM include calls and texts?

No. The plan provides mobile data only; calls and texts are not included.

Can I top up my Nigeria eSIM?

Yes. You can top up the eSIM if you need additional data.

How much data do I need for a trip to Nigeria?

For light use, 0.1GB or 0.5GB may be enough for essential messaging and occasional browsing. Choose 1GB to 10GB for more regular use, or select unlimited data if you expect heavier usage.

Nigeria: is an eSIM better than a local SIM?

For most travellers, yes. A local SIM in Nigeria 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.

Nigeria eSIM

Name: Nigeria eSIM
Brand: eSimHero
Availability: InStock

Stay connected in Nigeria with plans starting from $1.75

Trip length

Data

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How much data do I need?

What's included

NetworksUp to 4G

1 network

Glo4G

Internet breakout

~53 ms added

United Kingdom~53 ms

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Starts when you connect
The plan begins on your first connection to a supported network, not at purchase.
Instant delivery
Your QR code goes straight to your email.
Top up anytime
Running low? Add more data in a few taps.

Nigeria eSIM Data Speed

Speed: Fast for everyday apps~53 ms added; Your data breaks out in United Kingdom, around 5,257 km from Nigeria, adding roughly 53 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 Nigeria.
Networks: Glo4G
Breaks out in: United Kingdom~5,257 km
Works well with

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

Nigeria 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 Nigeria
	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	$1.75

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Why a travel eSIM isn't the same product as a local SIM

About eSIMs in Nigeria

Choose a Nigeria eSIM for mobile data during your trip, with plans available for periods from 1 to 30 days. Options include fixed data allowances and unlimited data, so you can select a plan that matches your itinerary and usage.

- Glo4G
Coverage & networks
The eSIM connects to Glo's 4G network in Nigeria, giving you mobile data for online services during your stay. It is a data-only plan, so calls and texts are not included. Check that your device supports eSIM before you travel.
How much data you need
Choose from 0.1GB, 0.5GB, 1GB, 3GB, 5GB or 10GB, or select an unlimited plan. Light users may only need 0.1GB or 0.5GB for essentials, while 3GB to 10GB may suit regular navigation, messaging and browsing. Plans are available for 1, 3, 5, 7, 15 or 30 days, and you can top up if you need more data.
Setting it up
Select the Nigeria plan that matches your trip length and data needs, then activate it for use in Nigeria. Check that your device supports eSIM before purchasing.

Does my phone support eSIM?

Check if your device is eSIM-ready before you buy.

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

Need broader coverage?

Traveling beyond Nigeria? These plans include Nigeria plus more.

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to the most common questions about eSIMs.

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