Cheapest eSIM for Sudan
Cheapest eSIM for Sudan: the numbers
As of 30 August 2026, 21:31 GMT, the cheapest eSIM for Sudan is MegaEsim with 3 GB for 15 Days at $17.92. That is $5.97 per GB, the best rate of the 3 plans we compare from 1 provider. 3 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 Sudan have?
4G LTE reaches Khartoum, Omdurman, Kassala, Port Sudan and the main city corridors. Actual service depends heavily on the war situation and can vanish region by region.
- Zain Sudan: The largest operator and the first to launch 4G LTE in Sudan, announced at a Khartoum press event with the telecoms ministry.
- MTN Sudan: One of the three national operators, with 4G service concentrated in Khartoum, Port Sudan and other major cities.
- Sudani: The mobile arm of the partly state owned Sudatel group, and the third of Sudan's three networks.
The eSIM plans we compare on this page connect to:
Is 5G available in Sudan?
Sudan has no commercial 5G network. 4G LTE, first launched by Zain, remains the fastest service on offer.
How much data do you need in Sudan?
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 Sudan right now:
eSIM or a local SIM at the airport in Sudan?
An eSIM is ready before you land. No queue, no shop, no handing over your passport at a counter. Data for Sudan starts at $17.92 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 Sudan 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 Sudan
The war that began in April 2023 has repeatedly taken networks down. A near total internet blackout hit all three operators in February 2024, researchers documented shutdowns being used as a weapon through 2025, and authorities cut mobile internet during exams in July 2025. Plan for outages.
Stands at Sudanese airports sell SIM cards from Zain, MTN and Sudani, but hours are unpredictable and kiosks sometimes close before flights land. Verify current conditions before travel since the conflict has disrupted airport operations.
Do not rely on any single network. Connectivity can fail across whole regions at once, so keep offline maps and let contacts know you may go quiet. Starlink has become a common fallback inside Sudan.
Sudan Travel eSIM FAQ
Everything you need to know about using an eSIM in Sudan
What is the cheapest eSIM for Sudan?
Right now the cheapest option ranked by price per GB is MegaEsim with 3 GB for 15 Days at $17.92. That works out to $5.97 per GB. Prices change often, so the table above always shows the current order.
Which networks will my eSIM connect to in Sudan?
The plans we compare connect to Zain. The exact network depends on the plan you pick. Check the plan details before you buy if one network matters to you.
Do Sudan eSIMs support 5G?
The networks our plans use in Sudan currently run on 4G. That is enough for maps, messaging, video calls, and streaming in most cases.
Can I top up my Sudan eSIM if I run out?
Yes. 3 of the 3 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 Sudan?
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 $29.86.
How we rank
Prices last checked on 30 August 2026, 21:31 GMT across 3 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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