eSIM for Philippines
Philippines at a glance
- Generations
- 3G, 4G/LTE, 5G
- Main carriers
- Globe, Smart (PLDT), DITO
- Local eSIM
- Local carriers issue eSIMs
- Calling code
- +63
Mobile networks in the Philippines operate across 3G, 4G/LTE, and 5G generations. Three major carriers—Globe, Smart (PLDT), and DITO—provide coverage using key frequency bands including B1 (2100 MHz), B3 (1800 MHz), B7 (2600 MHz), B28 (700 MHz), and 5G bands n78 (3.5 GHz) and n258 (mmWave). A travel eSIM connects to these networks and generations on compatible devices.
For visitors, a travel eSIM is typically the most cost-effective and convenient option. Roaming charges from home carriers tend to be expensive in the Philippines, whereas the travel-eSIM market is highly competitive, making dedicated travel eSIMs the preferred choice for most travelers. Local carriers in the Philippines do issue eSIMs, offering an alternative if preferred, though availability and terms vary by provider.
| Connectivity | As publicly reported |
|---|---|
| Network generations | 3G, 4G/LTE, 5G |
| Main mobile networks (MNOs) | Globe, Smart (PLDT), DITO |
| Key travel bands | B1(2100), B3(1800), B7(2600), B28(700), n78(3.5GHz), n258(mmWave) |
| Local eSIM support | Local carriers issue eSIMs |
| Region | Asia |
| Capital | Manila |
| Calling code | +63 |
Travel eSIM or local SIM in Philippines?
Roaming from a home carrier is typically expensive here, but the travel-eSIM market is highly competitive — a travel eSIM is usually the cheapest, easiest option for visitors. See the eSIM-vs-roaming view for this country →
Travel eSIM plans for Philippines
Live plans and prices here are supplied by the eSIM provider feed (Airalo / Holafly / Saily) at publish time — not stored or estimated on this page. A travel eSIM works on almost any modern eSIM-capable phone regardless of whether local carriers issue eSIMs. Open the plan finder →
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Compiled from public-record telecom facts (the MNO roster, commercially-launched 3G/4G/5G generations, deployed travel-relevant bands and local-eSIM support) and verified June 2026; see the source we compile this country from. How we compile this. Plan prices are supplied by the eSIM provider feed at publish time, not stored here.