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India eSIM — 500 MB for 1 day
Prepaid data for India. Pay once, get the QR code by email in seconds.
Data
500 MB
Validity
1 day
Network
5G
$2.99
One-time payment. No subscription and no auto-renewal.
Plan details
- Destination
- 🇮🇳 India
- Data
- 500 MB
- Validity
- 1 day
- Network
- 5G
- Calls & SMS
- SMS
- Delivery
- QR code by email, within seconds of payment
What you get
- • 500 MB of data on 5G networks across India.
- • 1 day of validity, counted from the moment the eSIM first connects.
- • QR code plus manual activation details, emailed the moment payment clears.
- • Your home number stays active — the eSIM runs alongside your physical SIM.
What 500 MB realistically covers
Rough estimates at typical mobile quality. Real usage depends on settings and how much runs in the background.
| Activity | Total on this plan | Per day over 1 day |
|---|---|---|
| Maps & navigation | 33 h | 33 h |
| Messaging (WhatsApp, WeChat) | 17 h | 17 h |
| Web browsing | 8.3 h | 8.3 h |
| Social media (Instagram, TikTok) | 3.3 h | 3.3 h |
| Video streaming (HD 1080p) | 0.2 h | 0.2 h |
Buy Your eSIM in 3 Steps
- 1. Choose Your eSIM Plan Select a destination and pick the eSIM data plan that fits your trip.
- 2. Complete Payment Pay securely with card, Apple Pay, Link, or Alipay.
- 3. Scan & Connect Scan the QR code on your phone to activate your eSIM instantly.
Other India eSIM plans
See all 18 India plans →India eSIM FAQ
- How much is a 500 MB eSIM for India?
- This plan costs $2.99 as a one-time payment — 500 MB valid for 1 day, with no subscription or auto-renewal. Cheaper and larger plans for India are listed on the destination page.
- When does the 1 day validity start?
- The countdown starts when the eSIM first connects to a network in India, not when you buy it. You can install the profile days ahead at home and it will stay dormant until you land.
- Is buying a local SIM card difficult in India?
- Yes, buying a local Indian SIM requires passport copies, photos, and identity verification that can take hours or even days to activate. An eSIM is the fastest and easiest way to get connected in India.
- Does eSIM work in Goa and Rajasthan?
- Yes! Goa has strong 4G coverage across its beaches and towns. Rajasthan's major cities like Jaipur, Udaipur, and Jodhpur have excellent coverage. Some remote desert areas may have weaker signal.