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Malawi eSIM

Best travel data plans for Malawi — Africa

From 89.00 DH · 35 plans available

  • QR code by email
  • Keep your own number
  • Starts at your destination

Choose your plan — Malawi

35 plans available. Select one and order in a minute.

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Dial *#06# on your phone. If you see an "EID" number, your phone supports eSIM. See the full list

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Included with every plan

  • Data-only eSIM
  • QR code delivered by email
  • Starts at your destination
  • Keep your phone number
  • Top-up available

Rivo eSIM offers prepaid data plans for Malawi on local 4G/5G networks, starting from 89.00 DH. Your plan only starts when the eSIM first connects to a network in Malawi, so you can install it days before departure and keep the line switched off until you arrive.

Regional plans that include Malawi

1 GB
Africa · 19 countries
98.90 DH
4G Hotspot 7 days
1 GB
Africa · 20 countries
118.70 DH
4G/5G Hotspot 1 days
3 GB
Africa · 19 countries
197.90 DH
4G Hotspot 15 days
2 GB
Africa · 20 countries
227.60 DH
4G/5G Hotspot 1 days

Mobile networks in Malawi

Travel eSIMs for Malawi connect to these local networks. Depending on the plan, your eSIM uses one or more of them and your phone picks the strongest signal.

Airtel 4G

Before you buy

Check that your phone supports eSIM and is carrier-unlocked. This is a data-only eSIM — calls work through apps like WhatsApp.

Download offline maps

Save maps of Malawi before your trip so you can find your way even without data.

Frequently asked questions about Malawi eSIM

Which mobile networks does a Malawi eSIM use?
Our Malawi plans use Airtel. Your phone connects automatically to the best available signal.
How much data do I need for a week in Malawi?
For maps, messages and social media, 3 to 5 GB is usually enough for a week. If you stream video or share your connection, choose 10 GB or an unlimited plan.
When does my Malawi plan start?
Validity starts when the eSIM first connects to a network in Malawi, not when you buy or install it. Install it on Wi-Fi before your trip and turn the line on when you land.
Can I keep my phone number in Malawi?
Yes. The eSIM is for data only and your usual SIM stays active for calls and SMS. You can also call with WhatsApp or FaceTime over the eSIM data.
Is an eSIM cheaper than roaming in Malawi?
In most cases, yes: you pay a fixed prepaid price with no roaming surprises, and plans for Malawi start from 89.00 DH.

Why buy an eSIM for Malawi?

Travelling to Malawi and need reliable mobile data? An eSIM is the simplest way to stay connected. Instead of looking for a local SIM card at the airport or paying expensive roaming fees to your home carrier, you buy a Malawi eSIM online before your trip and install it by scanning a QR code. No SIM swapping, no shop visit, no contract.

How to get an eSIM for Malawi

  1. 1Choose a plan — pick the data and validity that fit your trip above.
  2. 2Order and pay — with the payment method of your choice.
  3. 3Scan and install — open Settings › Mobile data › Add eSIM and scan the QR code you receive by email.
  4. 4Activate on arrival — turn on the eSIM line and data roaming when you land in Malawi.
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