HelloRoam is a global eSIM provider offering instant mobile data in 175+ countries. Buy prepaid travel eSIM plans with no extra fees, no contracts, and instant activation on any eSIM-compatible device.
Local eSIM plans for 175+ destinations. From $2.74. No SIM swaps, no Spark roaming bills. Browse esim nz plans for inbound visitors, esim uk plans for Kiwis on OE, and eSIM Australia on Optus and Telstra. Free eSIM trial available for eligible new users. Connect the moment you land.
HelloRoam local eSIM plans are available online in about 5 minutes. Search for your destination on the HelloRoam catalogue, pick a fixed data plan (3GB to 20GB) or an unlimited daily plan, pay with Apple Pay, PayPal, Visa, or Mastercard, and your QR code arrives by email. No SIM card needed, no Spark or 2degrees store visit required.
eSIM is safe for banking. The GSMA, which sets global eSIM standards, requires end-to-end encryption for all eSIM profile downloads. HelloRoam eSIMs follow the same security framework as physical SIM cards. Your banking app works the same on an eSIM connection as it does on any other mobile network.
Local eSIM plans come with three practical limits. A local plan covers only one country, so you need a separate plan for each new destination. An eSIM profile is not transferable between devices once installed, so confirm you're buying for the right phone. eSIM support is also missing on phones made before 2018. For Kiwi travellers heading to a single destination like Australia, Fiji, or Japan, HelloRoam local plans are the most straightforward option.
An e SIM card for international travel is a digital SIM built into your phone that you activate with a QR code before your flight lands. HelloRoam local eSIM plans connect to local networks across 175+ countries, giving you local data rates instead of paying roaming charges to Spark, One NZ, or 2degrees. Plans start from $2.74 per day.
eSIM has 2 main disadvantages. An eSIM stays locked to the first device after installation. Moving it requires contacting HelloRoam support for a replacement QR code. eSIM also only works on unlocked, eSIM-compatible phones. iPhone XR and older models, plus many budget Android devices, do not have eSIM hardware built in.
HelloRoam covers 175+ countries through 145+ partner networks, with plans from $2.74 per day. Country plans cover one destination, regional plans cover multiple countries, and global plans reach 100-plus destinations. Support runs 24/7. For Kiwi travellers heading to Japan, the UK, Thailand, Fiji, or Australia, HelloRoam delivers local data rates with real savings, as of April 2026.
Samsung Galaxy S20 and newer models support eSIM, as do Galaxy Note 20 and the Z Fold series. Older Samsung phones and some budget A-series devices lack eSIM hardware. To check your phone, open Settings, go to Connections, then SIM manager. If Add eSIM or Add mobile plan appears in the menu, your device is compatible.
Local country eSIM plans are one of the best tools for overseas travel. Buy a HelloRoam plan before you leave Auckland or Wellington, skip the SIM hunt at the arrivals hall, and connect to local networks the moment you land. Compared to Spark or One NZ international roaming add-ons, HelloRoam plans save you up to 77% on international data, as of April 2026.
HelloRoam does not offer top-ups on active eSIM plans. When you run out of data, buy a new plan for the same destination from your HelloRoam account dashboard. The new plan loads onto your existing eSIM profile with no SIM swap needed. Fixed plans (3GB to 20GB) suit most trips. Unlimited plans remove the worry of running out entirely.
An eSIM connects to carrier networks the same way a physical SIM does, so standard network-based location tracking applies. HelloRoam does not sell or share your location data with third parties. If privacy matters while travelling, add a VPN app alongside your HelloRoam eSIM connection.
HelloRoam sells eSIM plans that include data for a specific country or region. You cannot buy an eSIM profile without a data plan attached. Every plan comes with a QR code, a data allowance, and a validity window. Plans start from $2.74 per day, with options from 3GB for 12 days up to unlimited daily data.
HelloRoam eSIM plans install alongside your existing physical SIM, not in place of it. Your home carrier's SIM, whether Spark, One NZ, or 2degrees, stays in your phone for calls and texts. The HelloRoam eSIM runs on a separate digital line and handles your data overseas. On iPhone XS and newer, both lines work at the same time with no SIM swap needed.
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