Africa (25+ areas)
Why travellers pick this
- Use In: đ Africa
- Region: International
- Countries Covered: 29 destinations across Africa
- Top-Ups: Yes, add data anytime
- Plan Type: Data-only
- Hotspot: Supported
- Calls & SMS: Use apps like WhatsApp, FaceTime and Messenger
Easy data for your Africa trip
Skip airport SIM queues and avoid roaming shock. This Africa eSIM gives you simple prepaid data across 29 destinations, so you can get online quickly when you land.
Countries covered: Botswana, Burkina Faso, Central African Republic, Chad, CĂŽte dâIvoire, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Egypt, Eswatini, Gabon, Ghana, Guinea-Bissau, Kenya, Liberia, Madagascar, Malawi, Mali, Morocco, Niger, Nigeria, Republic of the Congo, RĂ©union, Senegal, Seychelles, South Africa, Sudan, Tanzania, Tunisia, Uganda and Zambia.
- â Instant setup: QR emailed right after purchase
- â Keep your NZ number: your physical SIM stays in your phone
- â Great regional coverage: connect across 29 African destinations using supported local partner networks
- â Flexible: top up with more data mid-trip
- â No hidden fees: clear, prepaid data
Perfect for
- Multi-country Africa trips
- City breaks & sightseeing
- Family holidays
- Work trips & hotspot use
How it works
- Buy a plan & receive your QR instantly
- Scan to install the eSIM in Settings â Mobile/Cellular
- Turn it on when you land, and youâre connected
Heads-up: this is a data-only eSIM. For WhatsApp, FaceTime and Messenger, just use your contacts as usual.
Tech details
- Activate within: 180 Days
- Traffic Exit: UK, Norway
- Speed Throttling: None on fixed-data plans
- Coverage: AF-29
- Support: NZ-based help via 73fly.co.nz
- Partner Networks: BW - Orange 5G, Mascom 5G; BF - Orange 5G; CF - Orange 5G; TD - Airtel 5G; CI - Orange 5G; CD - Airtel 5G, Orange RDC 5G; EG - Orange 5G; SZ - Swazi Mobile 5G, Swazi MTN 5G; GA - Airtel 5G; GH - Vodafone 5G, AirtelTigo 5G, MTN 5G; GW - MTN Areeba 3G; KE - Airtel 5G; LR - Lonestar Cell MTN 5G, Orange 5G; MG - Airtel 5G; MW - Airtel 5G; ML - Orange 5G; MA - IAM 4G, INWI 4G, Orange Morocco 4G; NE - Orange 3G, Airtel 3G; NG - MTN 5G, Airtel 5G; CG - Airtel 4G; RE - Orange 5G; SN - Orange 4G; SC - Airtel 5G; ZA - MTN 5G, Vodacom 4G; SD - MTN 4G; TZ - Airtel 4G; TN - Orange 4G, OOREDOO TN 4G; UG - Airtel 5G, MTN 5G; ZM - Airtel 5G, MTN 5G
Check your phone is eSIM compatible (takes 10 seconds)
Before buying, you can quickly check if your phone supports eSIM:
Dial *#06# on your phone and press call
If your device is eSIM compatible, you will see an EID number displayed
If no EID appears, your phone may not support eSIM.
For peace of mind, you can also check our full compatibility list below
Apple
All iPhones from iPhone XR (2018) onwards support eSIM, including:
- iPhone XR, XS, XS Max
- iPhone 11 / 11 Pro / 11 Pro Max
- iPhone SE (2nd gen 2020, 3rd gen 2022)
- iPhone 12 series (Mini / Pro / Pro Max)
- iPhone 13 series (Mini / Pro / Pro Max)
- iPhone 14 series
- iPhone 15 series
- iPhone 16 series (incl. 16e)
- iPhone 17, 17 Pro, 17 Pro Max, and iPhone Air (2025)
iPad (4G models only):
- iPad Pro 11âł (2020 and later) âą iPad Pro 12.9âł (2020 and later)
- iPad Air (2019 and later) âą iPad (2019 and later)
- iPad Mini (2019 and later) âą iPad 10th Gen (2022)
Apple Watch (GPS + Cellular): Series 3 and later, including SE (1st & 2nd Gen), Ultra & Ultra 2.
Samsung
- Galaxy S22 series and newer (S22 â S25 Ultra & S25 FE)
- Galaxy Note 20 / Note 20 Ultra 5G
- Galaxy Z Fold series (Fold â Fold 7)
- Galaxy Z Flip series (Flip â Flip 7 & Flip 7 FE)
- Galaxy A54, A55 5G, A35, A56, A36
Google
- Pixel 2 XL (limited) â Pixel 10 Pro XL (2025)
- Includes 3, 3a, 4, 4a, 5, 5a, 6 series, 7 series, 8 series, 9 series, and 10 series
- Pixel Fold (2023) also supports eSIM
Motorola
- Razr (2019), Razr 5G, Razr 40, Razr 40 Ultra, Razr +
- Edge +, Edge 40 / 40 Pro / 40 Neo / 50 series
- G52J 5G / G53J 5G / G84 and later
Other
- Huawei: P40 / P40 Pro / Mate 40 Pro / Pura 70 Pro
- Oppo: Find X3 â Find X8 Pro / N2 Flip / N3 Flip / Reno 14 & 14 Pro
- Sony: Xperia 10 III Lite â Xperia 1 VI (2025 lineup)
- Xiaomi: 12T Pro â 15T Pro (2025 lineup, incl. Redmi Note 14 Pro + and Poco X7)
đĄ Not sure if your phone supports eSIM?
If your phone settings show an option to âAdd eSIMâ or âAdd mobile planâ, your device is eSIM-compatible.
All iPhones from iPhone XR (2018) onwards support eSIM, including:
- iPhone XR, XS, XS Max
- iPhone 11 / 11 Pro / 11 Pro Max
- iPhone SE (2nd gen 2020, 3rd gen 2022)
- iPhone 12 series (Mini / Pro / Pro Max)
- iPhone 13 series (Mini / Pro / Pro Max)
- iPhone 14 series
- iPhone 15 series
- iPhone 16 series (incl. 16e)
- iPhone 17, 17 Pro, 17 Pro Max, and iPhone Air (2025)
iPad (4G models only):
- iPad Pro 11âł (2020 and later) âą iPad Pro 12.9âł (2020 and later)
- iPad Air (2019 and later) âą iPad (2019 and later)
- iPad Mini (2019 and later) âą iPad 10th Gen (2022)
Apple Watch (GPS + Cellular): Series 3 and later, including SE (1st & 2nd Gen), Ultra & Ultra 2.
- Galaxy S22 series and newer (S22 â S25 Ultra & S25 FE)
- Galaxy Note 20 / Note 20 Ultra 5G
- Galaxy Z Fold series (Fold â Fold 7)
- Galaxy Z Flip series (Flip â Flip 7 & Flip 7 FE)
- Galaxy A54, A55 5G, A35, A56, A36
- Pixel 2 XL (limited) â Pixel 10 Pro XL (2025)
- Includes 3, 3a, 4, 4a, 5, 5a, 6 series, 7 series, 8 series, 9 series, and 10 series
- Pixel Fold (2023) also supports eSIM
- Razr (2019), Razr 5G, Razr 40, Razr 40 Ultra, Razr +
- Edge +, Edge 40 / 40 Pro / 40 Neo / 50 series
- G52J 5G / G53J 5G / G84 and later
- Huawei: P40 / P40 Pro / Mate 40 Pro / Pura 70 Pro
- Oppo: Find X3 â Find X8 Pro / N2 Flip / N3 Flip / Reno 14 & 14 Pro
- Sony: Xperia 10 III Lite â Xperia 1 VI (2025 lineup)
- Xiaomi: 12T Pro â 15T Pro (2025 lineup, incl. Redmi Note 14 Pro + and Poco X7)
đĄ Not sure if your phone supports eSIM?
If your phone settings show an option to âAdd eSIMâ or âAdd mobile planâ, your device is eSIM-compatible.
- HHHisham H.Verified BuyerReviewingMalaysiaI recommend this productRated 5 out of 5 stars1 week ago5GB E Sim
Good connection everywhere, Fast and Reliable, Simple to use.
- KGKirsty G.Verified BuyerReviewingAustraliaRated 3 out of 5 stars1 week agoAussie getaway
Bit confused with installation instructions but managed to get up and running. As expected worked great in populated areas, not so in the real outback with limited coverage.
- JSJustine S.Verified BuyerReviewingSingaporeI recommend this productRated 5 out of 5 stars3 weeks agoConnected
Easy to use and good connections.
- MLMark L.Verified BuyerReviewingJapanI recommend this productRated 5 out of 5 stars1 month agoJapan eSim
73 Fly eSIM was fantastic and easy to use.
- AAmandaVerified BuyerReviewingCanadaI recommend this productRated 5 out of 5 stars1 month agoEasy to use, good value
I got 2, one for US and one for Canada and switched between the 2 over a month. They were easy to set up with great instructions, and had good coverage even through the mountains. Good value compared to other companies. The updates on usage and top up options were ideal too. Will use again for my next trip.
FAQ - Common Questions
An eSIM is a digital SIM that lets you activate a mobile plan without a physical SIM card. You simply scan a QR code to get connected instantly
After purchase, youâll receive an email with your QR code and setup instructions. Scan it using your phoneâs camera or go to Settings âș Mobile Data âș Add eSIM to activate.
You can install your eSIM before you travel (while connected to Wi-Fi). Your eSIM will then activate automatically when you arrive and your phone connects to the local network â no extra steps needed. Your validity period starts from that first connection.
Yes â most newer phones let you store multiple eSIMs and switch between them easily.
For example, you can install your Japan eSIM, Australia eSIM, and Europe eSIM before you leave NZ, then activate the right one when you arrive in each country.
đ Just note:
- Only one data eSIM can be active at a time.
- Your 73 Fly eSIM will start counting days only when it first connects at your destination.
If youâre visiting several countries in one trip, we also have multi-country plans (like Asia 7 Country or Europe 30 + Countries) â these automatically connect as you cross borders.
Yes, most plans support personal hotspot â perfect for sharing data with your laptop or other devices.
Our eSIMs are data-only, which means they donât include a local phone number and canât make or receive traditional phone calls or SMS texts over mobile networks.
However, you can still make calls and send messages using data-based apps like WhatsApp, FaceTime, iMessage, Messenger, Telegram, or Skype â just as you would on Wi-Fi.
If someone needs to call you, they can reach you on those same apps while youâre connected to your 73 Fly eSIM.
In short: Youâll stay fully connected â just through internet-based calling rather than standard mobile voice or text.