Cheapest eSIM for French Guiana
| Rank | Provider | Data | Validity | Price (USD) | Price per GB | Verdict | Get |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | MegaEsim Coupon: SUMMER10 |
5 GB | 1 Day | $2.87 | $0.57 | Best value | Get |
| 2 | MegaEsim Coupon: SUMMER10 |
10 GB | 30 Days | $5.99 | $0.60 | Great | Get |
| 3 | MegaEsim Coupon: SUMMER10 |
5 GB | 30 Days | $3.33 | $0.67 | Great | Get |
| 4 | MegaEsim Coupon: SUMMER10 |
3 GB | 15 Days | $2.10 | $0.70 | Great | Get |
| 5 | MegaEsim Coupon: SUMMER10 |
3 GB | 30 Days | $2.24 | $0.75 | Good | Get |
| 6 | MegaEsim Coupon: SUMMER10 |
3 GB | 1 Day | $2.38 | $0.79 | Good | Get |
| 7 | MegaEsim Coupon: SUMMER10 |
1 GB | 1 Day | $1.29 | $1.29 | Fair | Get |
| 8 | MegaEsim Coupon: SUMMER10 |
1 GB | 7 Days | $1.29 | $1.29 | Fair | Get |
| 9 | MegaEsim Coupon: SUMMER10 |
3 GB | 3 Days | $7.14 | $2.38 | Very expensive | Get |
| 10 | MegaEsim Coupon: SUMMER10 |
1 GB | 3 Days | $2.65 | $2.65 | Very expensive | Get |
| 11 | MegaEsim Coupon: SUMMER10 |
3 GB | 7 Days | $16.66 | $5.55 | Very expensive | Get |
| 12 | MegaEsim Coupon: SUMMER10 |
1 GB | 15 Days | $13.23 | $13.23 | Very expensive | Get |
| 13 | MegaEsim Coupon: SUMMER10 |
1 GB | 30 Days | $26.46 | $26.46 | Very expensive | Get |
Cheapest eSIM for French Guiana: the numbers
As of 30 August 2026, 21:31 GMT, the cheapest eSIM for French Guiana is MegaEsim with 5 GB for 1 Day at $2.87. That is $0.57 per GB, the best rate of the 13 plans we compare from 1 provider. 13 plans include 5G. 13 support top ups. That timestamp is the exact moment of our latest price check, and the table above always shows the live order.
Which mobile networks does French Guiana have?
Arcep found Orange and SFR each cover more than 80 percent of the population with 4G, but the covered area is a thin coastal strip. The forested interior has little or no signal.
- Orange Caraibe: Orange has the widest 4G footprint along the coastal towns and runs 5G in Cayenne and Kourou.
- SFR Caraibe: SFR Caraibe covers more than 80 percent of the population with 4G, concentrated on the coastal strip.
- Digicel: Digicel AFG is competitive in Cayenne and sells prepaid SIMs for about 10 EUR.
- Free Caraibe: Free Caraibe launched here in May 2022 with the same 9.99 EUR 120 GB plan it brought to the Antilles.
La Poste Mobile Caraibe sells prepaid SIMs for about 10 EUR through post offices.
The eSIM plans we compare on this page connect to:
Is 5G available in French Guiana?
Orange runs 5G in Cayenne and Kourou. Other operators have far less 5G reach.
How much data do you need in French Guiana?
Light use is about 500 MB a day. That covers maps, messages, and some browsing. Normal use with photos, social apps, and short videos runs 1 to 1.5 GB a day. Streaming and hotspot use can eat 2 to 3 GB a day. Here is what each size costs in French Guiana right now:
eSIM or a local SIM at the airport in French Guiana?
An eSIM is ready before you land. No queue, no shop, no handing over your passport at a counter. Data for French Guiana starts at $2.87 on this page, which is hard for airport kiosks to beat. A local SIM still makes sense if you need a local phone number or plan to stay for months. For a normal trip, the eSIM wins on price and effort.
Setting up your French Guiana eSIM
Buy your planYou get a QR code by email within minutes of paying.
Install before you flyScan the QR code on wifi at home. Airport and hotel wifi can be weak.
Turn it on when you landEnable the eSIM and turn on data roaming for it, then give it a minute to find the network.
Check the validity clockSome plans start counting at purchase, not at first use. Check before you buy.
Good to know before you land in French Guiana
Bring a passport or ID card. French registration rules apply when you buy a SIM.
Reports on SIM sales at Cayenne Felix Eboue airport conflict, so do not count on buying one there. Orange, Digicel and SFR all have shops in central Cayenne.
French Guiana is part of France and the EU for roaming, so mainland French and EU plans work at no extra charge. Download offline maps before any trip inland, as coverage ends quickly outside the coastal towns.
French Guiana Travel eSIM FAQ
Everything you need to know about using an eSIM in French Guiana
What is the cheapest eSIM for French Guiana?
Right now the cheapest option ranked by price per GB is MegaEsim with 5 GB for 1 Day at $2.87. That works out to $0.57 per GB. Prices change often, so the table above always shows the current order.
Which networks will my eSIM connect to in French Guiana?
The plans we compare connect to Orange. The exact network depends on the plan you pick. Check the plan details before you buy if one network matters to you.
Do French Guiana eSIMs support 5G?
13 of the 13 plans we track for French Guiana include 5G where the local network offers it. The rest run on 4G, which is still fine for maps, calls over apps, and video.
Can I top up my French Guiana eSIM if I run out?
Yes. 13 of the 13 plans here support top ups, so you can add data without buying a new eSIM. The rest need a fresh plan once the data ends.
Will I still receive bank SMS and OTP codes?
Yes, if you keep your home SIM active. Travel eSIMs are data only. Your phone can hold both at once, so leave your normal SIM on for SMS and use the eSIM for data. Turn off roaming data on the home SIM to avoid charges.
Do these eSIMs include a phone number or calls?
The plans we compare are data only, so there is no local number. Calls work fine over WhatsApp, FaceTime, or any app that uses data. If you need a real local number, a local SIM is the better tool.
How many GB do I need for a week in French Guiana?
Around 3 to 5 GB covers a week of maps, messaging, and normal browsing. Heavy video or hotspot use needs 1 to 2 GB per day. Today the cheapest plan with at least 5 GB is MegaEsim at $2.87.
How we rank
Prices last checked on 30 August 2026, 21:31 GMT across 13 plans. Every plan is ranked by the true cost per gigabyte, not marketing claims. We do not take money for rankings, and providers cannot pay for a higher position. Read the full method on our how we rank page.
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