About HelloRoam eSIM for Manila
HelloRoam provides eSIM data bundles for South African travellers visiting Manila. Skip the local SIM queue at the airport and have data ready before you board. Globe Telecom, Smart/PLDT, and DITO Telecommunity all operate 4G LTE networks across Metro Manila with growing 5G coverage in central business districts. A HelloRoam eSIM gives you instant data from the moment you land at NAIA, with no local SIM purchase needed at the airport.
Plans changed? No worries, we have got you sorted.
Plans change and that is fine. With HelloRoam, you can request a refund for your eSIM within 180 days of purchase. No fuss.
Learn moreManila eSIM vs Vodacom and MTN roaming: which is cheaper?
Picking eSIM vs physical SIM for Manila? Vodacom international roaming charges R29 per megabyte. MTN RoamLite adds R50 per day on limited data. Cell C bills R5 per megabyte for overseas use. HelloRoam gives you a flat prepaid rate with no per-megabyte billing, no daily add-on fees, and a 180-day refund on unused data. Skip the roaming bill shock.
| Feature | ![]() | MTN / Vodacom roaming | Data-capped eSIM |
|---|---|---|---|
| 180-day refund policy | |||
| 24/7 WhatsApp and live chat support | |||
| R0 activation fees | |||
| 99.8% uptime guarantee | |||
| No data overage charges | |||
| Instant QR code delivery | |||
| Premium Manila carrier networks |















