About this eSIM

A Kathmandu eSIM gets you online across Nepal as soon as you touch down, with no roaming fees and setup in a single tap. The valley capital has solid 4G coverage: you will have signal around the Boudhanath stupa and Swayambhunath monkey temple, through the old squares of Durbar and Patan, and in the lively backpacker lanes of Thamel. The network reaches from Tribhuvan airport out across the ridge-lined valley, so maps, rideshare and translation apps are working from your very first minutes.

Kathmandu keeps a decent connection through Thamel, Durbar Marg and the areas around Boudhanath and Patan, plus the central tourist hub. It can weaken in the narrow old-town lanes, on the valley's outer ridges and up toward the surrounding hills and trailheads. Set the eSIM up before you land so you are online at Tribhuvan airport, and keep your home number for calls. Useful tip: if you are trekking, treat city data as your last reliable connection before the mountains, where coverage becomes patchy.

eSIM Details

Available networks

Ncell 4G LTE / 5G
Data
Unlimited
Validity
Up to 30 days
Speed
4G LTE / 5G
Hotspot / tethering
Included
Speed limit
Never
Activation
Automatic on arrival
Top-ups
Always possible

Travel with confidence knowing you'll have reliable mobile data throughout your trip. There's no need to visit a local store to buy a physical SIM card, or deal with complicated setup processes. Keep your existing phone number active for calls and messages while using affordable mobile data for maps, messaging, streaming, and more. With an eSIM for Kathmandu, you'll stay connected every step of the way.

eSIM for Kathmandu
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eSIM for Kathmandu

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Data
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One Tap Activation Your eSIM plan starts automatically when you connect in Kathmandu for the first time. Install it in one tap on Android or iOS, before or during your trip.

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Unlimited data · 15 Days

×1 eSIM

$2.64/day

$39.55 USD

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Everything your eSIM gives you

  • One-Tap Installation – Ready in seconds
  • Unlimited 5G/4G data
  • Instantly connected on arrival
  • Keeps your original SIM active for calls and SMS
  • No contracts – No roaming fees
  • 24/7 customer support
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30 days

5 GB

30 days

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30 days

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Remaining dataUnlimited
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The honest comparison

Why travelers pick an eSIM

Cost

Viasimo eSIMOne-off prepaid bundle
RoamingDaily pass or per-MB
Local SIMOne-off tourist pricing
Pocket wifiDaily rental plus deposit

Setup

Viasimo eSIMQR install in minutes, before you fly
RoamingSwitch on in your phone settings
Local SIMFind a shop and swap on arrival
Pocket wifiCollect and carry a device

Hidden costs

Viasimo eSIMNone; it stops at the bundle limit
RoamingOverage charges add up fast
Local SIMRegistration and top-up fees
Pocket wifiLate and damage fees

Keep your number

Viasimo eSIMYes, data-only beside your SIM
RoamingYes
Local SIMNo, your SIM comes out
Pocket wifiYes

Extra hardware

Viasimo eSIMNone
RoamingNone
Local SIMNone
Pocket wifiA second device to charge

Bill-shock risk

Viasimo eSIMNone
RoamingHigh
Local SIMLow
Pocket wifiMedium
Transparent pricing

Kathmandu eSIM prices

DurationDataPricePer day
7 Days1 GB$3.60$0.51/day7 DaysUnlimited$19.20$2.74/day15 Days3 GB$8.40$0.56/day15 DaysUnlimited$39.55$2.64/day30 DaysBest value3 GB$9.60$0.32/day30 Days5 GB$13.20$0.44/day30 Days10 GB$26.40$0.88/day30 Days20 GB$47.95$1.60/day30 DaysUnlimited$70.75$2.36/day
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Frequently asked questions

For a week in Nepal, the Nepal eSIM offers 1 GB, 3 GB, 5 GB, 10 GB, 20 GB, and unlimited data options paired with a 7 day validity. Smaller plans like 1 GB or 3 GB suit maps, messaging and light browsing, while 10 GB, 20 GB, or unlimited data suit streaming and video calls.

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