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International Data Plans. Travel eSIM for 185+ Countries from ₹98.03. No Bill Shock.

Buy a travel eSIM online, scan a QR code, and connect on arrival. 185+ countries, 199+ carrier networks. Plans from ₹98.03. Pay by UPI, card, or Google Pay. 180-day money-back guarantee on unactivated eSIMs.

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HelloRoam is a prepaid eSIM platform that provides affordable international data plans for travellers across 185+ countries. You buy a travel e SIM plan online, scan a QR code, and connect to local carrier networks on arrival. Plans start from ₹98.03 with no daily charges and no bill shock, backed by a 180-day money-back guarantee on unactivated eSIMs. Jio international roaming costs around ₹575 per day and Airtel World Roaming costs around ₹596 per day. A HelloRoam e-sim plan for the same trip saves you thousands of rupees. Works on iPhone, Samsung Galaxy, OnePlus, and all eSIM compatible devices. 24/7

Why Travellers Choose HelloRoam eSIM

What Is an eSIM? How eSIM Works for Travel

What is an eSIM? An eSIM is a digital SIM card built into your phone's hardware. You do not need a physical chip. Buy a HelloRoam plan, scan the QR code, and you are ready before you board your flight. Step-by-step guide

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eSIM vs Physical SIM: Which Is Better for International Travel?

An eSIM is a digital profile built directly into your phone. A physical SIM is a removable plastic chip you insert by hand. How does an eSIM work in practice: scan a QR code to add a travel e-sim plan, and your phone connects to a local network at your destination. You never need to carry spare SIM cards or find a shop at the airport. An international data plan on eSIM costs far less than daily mobile data rates from Jio and Airtel. eSIM iPhones from iPhone XS onwards, Samsung Galaxy S20 and newer, OnePlus 9 and newer, and Google Pixel 3 and newer all support this. HelloRoam connects you to local networks in 185+ countries.

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Convenient: instant international data plans, no physical SIM required
Can be expensive using Jio, Airtel, Vi, or BSNL international roaming packs

International Data Plans Built for Every Trip

Set up once before you fly and stay online in 185+ countries with one global eSIM.

Ready when you land.

Your plan activates the moment you land at your destination. No setup needed at the airport, no searching for a SIM counter, no ISD pack to configure.

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₹98.03 (7 days)
3GB
Best value for most travellers
₹256.97 (7 days)
5GB
Ideal for heavy data users
₹454.94 (7 days)

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International data plans covering 185+ countries on one account.

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Unlimited connectivity

Never run out of data with unlimited daily connectivity on your plan.

TRIP DURATION15 Days
International data plan options - fixed and unlimited eSIM plans from ₹98.03

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Trusted by Travellers Across 199+ Carrier Networks Worldwide

Join business travellers, families, and frequent flyers who trust HelloRoam for instant data in 185+ countries at a fraction of carrier roaming costs. No contracts, no daily bills, no bill shock. 24/7

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Global and regional eSIM plans covering every popular travel destination
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Local carrier networks across all destinations for fast 4G and 5G data
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International Data Plans and Travel eSIM: Common Questions

HelloRoam costs far less than Jio international roaming for most trips. Jio charges around ₹575 per day for international roaming packs. A HelloRoam travel eSIM plan for the same destination and duration typically saves you thousands of rupees, with no daily fees, no automatic renewal, and no bill shock on return. Plans start from ₹98.03 as a one-time prepaid payment across 185+ countries. An eSIM is good for international travel because it connects to local networks and avoids carrier roaming fees. New users may qualify for free eSIM trials to test the service before a paid trip.

HelloRoam costs far less than Airtel World Roaming for most international trips. Airtel charges around ₹596 per day for its international roaming pack. A HelloRoam e-sim plan for the same trip costs a fraction of that, with no daily fees and no hidden charges. Plans start from ₹98.03 and cover 185+ countries. You pay once upfront and your data is ready when you land.

Vi (Vodafone Idea) international roaming costs ₹2,999 for 24 days in select countries, which works out to more than ₹124 per day. A HelloRoam e-sim plan for the same destination covers the full trip duration for a one-time prepaid cost starting from ₹98.03. HelloRoam covers 185+ countries with both fixed data and unlimited daily options. There is no automatic renewal and no daily bill.

HelloRoam eSIM plans are available for purchase using UPI, credit cards, debit cards, Google Pay, and Apple Pay. UPI payments process instantly and your QR code arrives by email within minutes of checkout. No credit card is required. You can pay with any UPI-linked app including PhonePe, Google Pay UPI, or BHIM. Plans start from ₹98.03 with no contract and no hidden charges.

HelloRoam eSIM plans are better value than Jio or Airtel international roaming for most trips. Jio charges around ₹575 per day and Airtel charges around ₹596 per day. A HelloRoam fixed data eSIM plan starting from ₹98.03 for the full trip duration costs far less than daily roaming fees for a week or more abroad. You also get local 4G and 5G speeds rather than throttled roaming data.

HelloRoam eSIM plans cover the most popular travel destinations from South Asia including UAE (Dubai), Singapore, Thailand, United Kingdom, United States, Malaysia, Saudi Arabia, Australia, and Japan. Regional plans cover Southeast Asia, Europe, or the GCC countries on one purchase. Total coverage spans 185+ countries across 199+ carrier networks.

International Data Plan Glossary

How Does an eSIM Work?

An eSIM works by storing a carrier data profile inside your phone's built-in chip. HelloRoam sends a QR code to your email after purchase. Scan it in your phone settings before your flight and the e SIM activates on arrival. No SIM counter at Delhi IGI or Mumbai CSI needed. Setup takes under five minutes.

eSIM for International Travel

An e-sim is one of the most cost-effective options for international travel because it replaces expensive Jio or Airtel roaming packs. Jio charges around ₹575 per day and Airtel charges around ₹596 per day. HelloRoam travel plans start from ₹98.03 across 185+ countries with a 180-day money-back guarantee on unactivated eSIMs.

eSIM Card

An eSIM card is the embedded chip inside compatible smartphones that stores your carrier profile digitally. Unlike a physical SIM, an e SIM card holds multiple profiles at once. Keep your Jio or Airtel number active for calls while a HelloRoam travel profile handles your data on the same Samsung Galaxy, iPhone, or OnePlus device.

eSIM Disadvantage

The main disadvantage of an eSIM is device compatibility. Older and budget Android phones still require a physical SIM card. An eSIM profile is also not transferable once installed on a device. Most flagship phones released after 2020, including iPhone XS and newer, Samsung Galaxy S20 and newer, and OnePlus 9 and newer, support eSIM natively.

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