eSIM for Tanzania
Tanzania at a glance
- Generations
- 3G, 4G/LTE, 5G
- Main carriers
- Vodacom, Airtel, Tigo, Halotel
- Local eSIM
- Some local carriers issue eSIMs
- Calling code
- +255
A travel eSIM in Tanzania connects to 3G, 4G/LTE, and 5G networks operated by major carriers including Vodacom, Airtel, Tigo, and Halotel. These networks support key frequency bands including B3 (1800 MHz), B8 (900 MHz), and n78 (3.5 GHz). Travel eSIMs work on modern eSIM-capable phones regardless of whether local carriers offer eSIM support in the country.
For most visitors, a travel eSIM represents a more practical and cost-effective option than roaming on your home carrier, as international roaming charges in Tanzania tend to be expensive. While some local carriers do issue eSIMs, travel eSIM country plans are generally simpler to activate and better suited for short-term stays. Travellers should verify current plan details and availability directly with their eSIM provider before departure.
| Connectivity | As publicly reported |
|---|---|
| Network generations | 3G, 4G/LTE, 5G |
| Main mobile networks (MNOs) | Vodacom, Airtel, Tigo, Halotel |
| Key travel bands | B3(1800), B8(900), n78(3.5GHz) |
| Local eSIM support | Some local carriers issue eSIMs |
| Region | Africa |
| Capital | Dodoma |
| Calling code | +255 |
Travel eSIM or local SIM in Tanzania?
Home-carrier roaming is costly here; travel-eSIM country plans are available and generally cheaper and simpler than a local SIM for short stays. See the eSIM-vs-roaming view for this country →
Travel eSIM plans for Tanzania
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.