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Rwanda eSIM

Best travel data plans for Rwanda — Africa

From SAR 26.21 · 35 plans available

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

Choose your plan — Rwanda

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 Rwanda on local 4G/5G networks, starting from SAR 26.21. Your plan only starts when the eSIM first connects to a network in Rwanda, so you can install it days before departure and keep the line switched off until you arrive.

Regional plans that include Rwanda

1 GB
Africa · 19 countries
SAR 37.46
4G Hotspot 7 days
1 GB
Africa · 20 countries
SAR 44.96
4G/5G Hotspot 1 days
1 GB
Global · 22 countries
SAR 56.21
4G Hotspot 30 days
1 GB
Africa · 5 countries
SAR 59.96
4G Hotspot 30 days

Mobile networks in Rwanda

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

Tigo Ruwanda 4GMTN 4GAirtel 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 Rwanda before your trip so you can find your way even without data.

Frequently asked questions about Rwanda eSIM

Which mobile networks does a Rwanda eSIM use?
Our Rwanda plans use Tigo Ruwanda, MTN, Airtel. Your phone connects automatically to the best available signal.
How much data do I need for a week in Rwanda?
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 Rwanda plan start?
Validity starts when the eSIM first connects to a network in Rwanda, 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 Rwanda?
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 Rwanda?
In most cases, yes: you pay a fixed prepaid price with no roaming surprises, and plans for Rwanda start from SAR 26.21.

Why buy an eSIM for Rwanda?

Travelling to Rwanda 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 Rwanda 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 Rwanda

  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 Rwanda.
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