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Nigeria
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7 day plans

1GB

WhatsApp, maps and email for short trips

£2.81

£2.81/GB

Technical Specs

Plan Validity: 7 Days
Activate Within: 365 Days
Hotspot / tethering: Supported
Network: Airtel (5G), Glo (4G), MTN (3G)
Where it works: NG
Calls & SMS: Not included

15 day plans

3GB

Maps, WhatsApp and light browsing each day

£7.43

£2.48/GB

Technical Specs

Plan Validity: 15 Days
Activate Within: 180 Days
Hotspot / tethering: Supported
Network: Glo (4G)
Where it works: NG
Calls & SMS: Not included

30 day plans

3GB

Maps, WhatsApp and light browsing each day

£7.78

£2.59/GB

Technical Specs

Plan Validity: 30 Days
Activate Within: 365 Days
Hotspot / tethering: Supported
Network: Airtel (5G), Glo (4G), MTN (3G)
Where it works: NG
Calls & SMS: Not included

5GB

More room for photos, social apps and navigation

£12.37

£2.47/GB

Technical Specs

Plan Validity: 30 Days
Activate Within: 180 Days
Hotspot / tethering: Supported
Network: Glo (4G)
Where it works: NG
Calls & SMS: Not included

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Selected Nigeria 1GB 7Days

£2.81

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Stay connected across Nigeria

Coverage is dependable in Lagos, Abuja, Port Harcourt and the main cities, connecting through a local Nigerian network. It thins in remote areas away from the cities, so keep offline maps for longer journeys.

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Using an eSIM in Nigeria

A Nigeria eSIM gets you online as you land in Lagos or Abuja, ready for maps, ride-hailing and messaging, whether you are visiting family, here on business or passing through. Install it before you fly and switch it on when you arrive, with no local SIM counter to find.

Lagos, Abuja and staying in touch

Lagos, Abuja, Port Harcourt and the main cities have dependable coverage, and WhatsApp and other apps work normally over your data. Out in the more remote areas away from the cities, signal thins, so download offline maps before longer journeys.

Set up before you travel

A travel eSIM is set up online before you go, so you can arrive with your data already arranged rather than buying and activating a local SIM after arrival.

How much data

A visit heavy on WhatsApp, video calls, maps and social media adds up, so a week or two is often around 5-10GB rising to 10-20GB, with more for heavier use. These are starting points, and actual use varies.

Travel eSIM FAQs

Does WhatsApp work in Nigeria?

Yes. WhatsApp works normally over your eSIM data for messaging and calls, with no app-calling restrictions. It is widely used in Nigeria, so it is worth having data ready as you land.

Do I need to buy a local SIM when I arrive in Nigeria?

No. A travel eSIM can be set up online before you go, so you can arrive with your data already arranged rather than buying and activating a local SIM after arrival.

Will I have signal outside the main cities?

The cities are dependably covered, but signal thins in the more remote areas. Download offline maps before longer journeys between towns.

Can I use ride-hailing like Bolt or Uber as soon as I land?

Yes, in Lagos and Abuja ride-hailing runs on your eSIM data, so you can book from the airport once you switch the eSIM on.

How much data will I need for a family visit to Nigeria?

Family visits use more than people expect once daily video calls and social media are added in, so a week or two is often around 5-10GB rising to 10-20GB. These are starting points, and actual use varies.

Does one plan cover the main cities?

Yes, the same eSIM works as you travel between Lagos, Abuja and Port Harcourt, with coverage varying by area as above.

Can I top-up or extend the plan later?

Top-up availability depends on the plan. Some eSIMs can be topped up, including certain unlimited plans, while others may require a new plan once the current one ends or runs out. Check the individual plan details for your selected option.

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