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Australia · Prepaid data eSIM

Australia eSIMInstant 5G/4G travel data, delivered by email

Prepaid travel data for Australia. Scan the QR code, land in Australia and you are online on Optus — no SIM swap, no airport queue, no roaming bill from your home carrier.

Plans from $0.90 · 34 Australia plans + multi-country

See Australia plans How it works
  • QR code by email in minutes
  • Optus
  • Keep your WhatsApp & number
Choose by trip length

Which Australia eSIM do I need?

Most travelers use 1–3 GB a week for maps, messaging and social media. Pick a plan for your trip — you can top up later on refillable plans.

All plans · prices in USD

Australia eSIM plans & prices

One-time prices, no subscription. Every plan is delivered instantly by email and starts when you first connect in Australia.

7-day plans

Valid 7 days from first connection · 4 plans
100 MB
7 days
Australia 100MB 7Days
5GTop-up
$0.90Buy now
500 MB
7 days
Australia 500MB 7Days
5GTop-up
$1.10Buy now
1 GB
7 days
Australia 1GB 7Days
5GTop-up
$1.70Buy now
1 GB
7 days
Australia 1GB 7Days
5GTop-upNon-HK IP
$2.34Buy now

15-day plans

Valid 15 days from first connection · 2 plans
3 GB
15 days
Australia 3GB 15Days
5GTop-up
$3.70Buy now
3 GB
15 days
Australia 3GB 15Days
5GTop-upNon-HK IP
$5.74Buy now

30-day plans

Valid 30 days from first connection · 9 plans
3 GB
30 days
Australia 3GB 30Days
5GTop-up
$4.10Buy now
3 GB
30 days
Australia 3GB 30Days
5GTop-upNon-HK IP
$6.08Buy now
5 GB
30 days
Australia 5GB 30Days
5GTop-up
$5.70Buy now
5 GB
30 days
Australia 5GB 30Days
5GTop-upNon-HK IP
$9.36Buy now
10 GB
30 days
Australia 10GB 30Days
5GTop-up
$9.70Buy now
10 GB
30 days
Australia 10GB 30Days
5GTop-upNon-HK IP
$17.28Buy now
20 GB
30 days
Australia 20GB 30Days
5GTop-up
$16.70Buy now
20 GB
30 days
Australia 20GB 30Days
5GTop-upNon-HK IP
$31.98Buy now
50 GB
30 days
Australia 50GB 30Days
5GTop-up
$34.30Buy now

180-day plans

Valid 180 days from first connection · 1 plan
50 GB
180 days
Australia 50GB 180Days
5GTop-up
$56.30Buy now
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How a Australia eSIM works

No shop, no plastic SIM and no passport copy — the whole process takes about five minutes.

Choose your plan

Pick the data and validity that fit your trip. Check your phone supports eSIM.

Pay securely

Verify your email and pay with PayPal. Prices are final, in USD.

Get your QR code

Your eSIM QR code arrives by email in minutes and is saved on the My eSIM page.

Land & connect

Scan the QR before you fly, then turn on the eSIM and data roaming when you arrive.

Tip: install the eSIM while you still have Wi-Fi, and turn on Data Roaming for the eSIM line after landing in Australia. Roaming is included in the price — there are no extra charges.

Coverage & networks

Stay connected across Australia

From the Sydney Opera House and Bondi Beach to the Great Barrier Reef and the Great Ocean Road, Australia is a big country where distances are long and plans change with the weather. An Australia eSIM gives you mobile data on the Optus network as soon as you land in Sydney, Melbourne or Brisbane — no SIM shop queue, no contract and no roaming bill from your home carrier.

Optus

Popular places covered

  • Sydney
  • Melbourne
  • Brisbane
  • the Gold Coast
  • Cairns & the Great Barrier Reef
  • Perth
  • Adelaide
  • Hobart & Tasmania
  • the Great Ocean Road
  • Byron Bay

Coverage follows the local partner networks: excellent in cities, towns and along main travel routes; remote mountains, jungle and open sea can have weak or no signal, as with any local SIM.

What travelers use data for in Australia

  • NavigationGoogle Maps for city transport, coastal drives and road trips
  • RidesUber and DiDi pickups from airports and late-night streets
  • Bookingsreef trips, ferries, tours and campsites on the go
  • MessagingWhatsApp, FaceTime and video calls home across the time difference
  • Safetyweather warnings, fire alerts and Emergency+ location
Plan details

Australia eSIM: key facts

Everything you need to know before you buy, in one place.

Works on eSIM phones

  • iPhone XS, XR and newer (incl. SE 2nd gen+)
  • Samsung Galaxy S20 and newer, Z Fold / Z Flip
  • Google Pixel 3 and newer, plus many Oppo, Xiaomi and Motorola models

Quick check

Dial *#06# — if your phone shows an EID, it supports eSIM. It also needs to be carrier-unlocked. iPhones bought in mainland China generally do not support eSIM.

Australia eSIM at a glance

Product
Prepaid, data-only travel eSIM for Australia
Mobile networks
Optus
Network speed
5G where available, 4G/LTE elsewhere (5G in major cities and 4G across most populated areas on the Optus network)
Plans
34 Australia plans + 52 multi-country plans that include Australia
Validity options
24 hours, 7 days, 15 days, 30 days, 180 days
Price range
$0.90 – $56.30 USD, one-time payment
Delivery
QR code by email right after payment, also available on the My eSIM page
Activation
Validity starts on first connection to a network in Australia
Top-ups
Available on plans marked Top-up
Phone number
Not included — data only; calls via WhatsApp, LINE, FaceTime, etc.
Payment
Secure checkout with PayPal, prices in USD
Support
By email or the contact form on the Help page — replies within 24 hours
Why Australia eSIM

Simple, safe and affordable

Why are we affordable?

Unlike airport kiosks or travel agencies, everything is automated: your eSIM QR code is emailed the moment you pay, and there are no shops, rental devices or airport counters to pay for. The price you see is the full price, paid once.

Why is it safe?

We only sell data-only travel eSIMs that need no personal registration or ID copies. Payment runs through PayPal, so we never see your card details.

Run out of data?

Plans marked Top-up can be refilled from the My eSIM page at any time. Each top-up adds data (and validity) to the eSIM you already installed — no new QR code needed.

Is it fast?

Each eSIM runs on the country’s leading carriers at the 4G/5G speeds listed on each plan. 24-hour passes slow to a reduced speed once the daily allowance is used.

Plan your trip

Australia travel guides

Practical tips on where to go, getting around, money and staying connected in Australia.

eSIM & connectivity

Australia eSIM: The Complete 2026 Guide for Travelers

How an Australia eSIM works: compatible phones, Optus coverage, the Singapore IP location, plan types, how much data to buy, installation and quick fixes.

Read guide eSIM & connectivity

How Much Mobile Data Do You Need for an Australia Trip?

Realistic mobile data estimates for Australia: maps, rideshare, video calls home and road trips, with plan sizes for one-, two- and four-week trips.

Read guide eSIM & connectivity

Arriving in Australia: Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and Perth Airports

Getting online the moment you land in Australia, airport Wi-Fi as a backup, and the train, bus and rideshare options from Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and Perth.

Read guide eSIM & connectivity

Essential Apps for Traveling in Australia: Rides, Transport, Safety

The apps that make an Australia trip easier: Uber and DiDi, transport apps and tap-to-pay, BOM Weather, fire and beach safety, Emergency+ and road trip tools.

Read guide Destination guide

Mobile Coverage on an Australia Road Trip: Outback, Coast and Reef

Where an Australia eSIM gets signal: Great Ocean Road, Uluru, reef trips, Tasmania and the outback, plus offline maps, fuel planning and 000 emergency tips.

Read guide

All 5 Australia guides

FAQ

Australia eSIM questions, answered

Which network does the Australia eSIM use?

Australia eSIM plans connect to Optus, Australia’s second-largest mobile network, with 5G in major cities and 4G across most populated areas, including Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, the Gold Coast and Cairns.

Does the eSIM work in the Outback?

Coverage follows the Optus network: cities, towns and most main highways are covered, but long stretches of the Outback and remote national parks have no mobile signal at all. Download offline maps and plan fuel and water stops before driving into remote areas.

Will my IP address be in Australia?

No. Australia eSIM plans route your data through Singapore, so websites and apps see a Singapore IP address. Maps, messaging and browsing work normally, but services that check your location by IP may treat you as being in Singapore.

What is a Australia eSIM and how does it work?

A Australia eSIM is a digital SIM profile that adds a prepaid mobile data plan to your phone without a plastic SIM card. You buy a plan online, receive a QR code by email, scan it in your phone settings, and your phone connects to Optus in Australia. Your regular SIM stays in the phone.

Is my phone compatible with eSIM?

Most phones from 2019 onwards support eSIM, including iPhone XS/XR and newer, Samsung Galaxy S20 and newer (plus Z Fold/Z Flip), and Google Pixel 3 and newer. Your phone must also be carrier-unlocked. Quick check: dial *#06# — if an EID number is shown, your phone supports eSIM.

When should I install the eSIM, and when does my plan start?

Install it at home or at the airport while you have Wi-Fi — installation needs an internet connection. The validity period starts when the eSIM first connects to a supported network in Australia, not when you install it, so installing a few days early does not waste any days.

Do I need to turn on data roaming?

Yes. Switch on Data Roaming for the eSIM line (Settings › Cellular/Mobile › your eSIM). A travel eSIM connects to local Australia networks as a visiting line, so the phone needs roaming on for it. It costs nothing extra: the data comes from your prepaid plan. Keep data roaming off on your home SIM, and your home carrier has nothing to charge you for.

Does the eSIM include a phone number, calls or SMS?

No — it is a data-only eSIM. Use WhatsApp, LINE, FaceTime, Messenger or other apps for calls and messages. Your home SIM can stay active alongside it for SMS verification codes.

Can I top up if I run out of data?

Yes, on plans marked Top-up. Open the My eSIM page, log in with your email and add more data to the same eSIM — no need to install a new QR code.

What if the eSIM does not work or I change my plans?

Most connection issues are solved by turning on data roaming for the eSIM line and restarting the phone. If it still does not connect, contact support with your order email — we reply within 24 hours, and if a problem on our side cannot be fixed we replace the eSIM or refund it in full. A change of plans is not a reason for a refund: once the QR code is emailed, the eSIM is issued to you and cannot be cancelled, so please check your dates and your phone before you buy.

Ready for Australia?

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