Maldives eSIM Plans
Maldives eSIM
Stay connected in Maldives with instant eSIM data — no physical SIM, no roaming charges. Choose a plan that fits your trip and activate by scanning a QR code. Delivered to your email in seconds.
Tip: Most travellers pick 3-10GB plans for 7-30 day trips. Smaller plans are great for short stays or as a backup.
Stay connected across Maldives eSIM Plans with instant eSIM data plans. 8 plans available from £6.10, with 4G/LTE coverage in major cities and tourist destinations. One-tap install directly from your email — no physical SIM card, no roaming fees, no visiting local shops.
📊 How much data do I need?
100MB – 1GB
Messaging & basic maps
1GB – 3GB
Social media, photos & browsing
3GB – 10GB
Daily use, occasional video calls
10GB – 50GB
Heavy use, streaming & remote work
Travelling to multiple countries? Check out our Asia eSIM for multi-country coverage.
Why get a Maldives eSIM?
Between overwater villas, island-hopping by speedboat, and sharing sunset photos, staying connected in the Maldives means you can skip the expensive resort and seaplane WiFi.
A Maldives eSIM from Monsoon Travellers gets you online the moment you land. Buy before you travel, install over WiFi, and your data is ready as soon as you arrive. There are no airport SIM kiosks, no paperwork and no roaming bills.
Coverage and networks in the Maldives
Our Maldives plans connect to Dhiraagu, on 4G where your phone and location support it. Coverage reaches Male and many inhabited and resort islands. Coverage is strongest in major cities and popular tourist areas, and as with any mobile network it can be weaker in remote or rural places.
How much data do you need for the Maldives?
It depends on how you travel. As a rough guide:
- Light use such as maps, messaging and the odd search needs about 1GB to 3GB for a short trip.
- Everyday use with daily social, photos and some calls is comfortable on 3GB to 10GB.
- Heavy use or longer stays with streaming, video calls or tethering suits 10GB or more, or a daily plan that refreshes each day.
How your Maldives eSIM works
Choose a plan and check out in under a minute. Your QR code arrives by email within minutes. Install it over WiFi before you fly by tapping the "Install eSIM" button or scanning the code. When you arrive in the Maldives, switch on data roaming for the eSIM line and it connects automatically. You will need an eSIM-capable, carrier-unlocked phone.
Will my phone work with a Maldives eSIM?
Most phones from the last few years support eSIM, including iPhone XS and newer, Google Pixel 3 and newer, and Samsung Galaxy S20 and newer. Your phone also needs to be carrier-unlocked. If you are unsure, look for an "Add eSIM" or "Add Mobile Plan" option in your phone settings.
When does my plan start?
Validity begins on first use, when your eSIM first connects to a network in the Maldives, not when you buy it. You can install it days ahead over WiFi and it will not start counting down until you arrive.
Does it work on resort islands?
Dhiraagu covers Male and many inhabited and resort islands, so you can usually skip the pricey resort WiFi. On remote atolls and during boat or seaplane transfers, signal can be weaker.
Can I use it in other countries?
These plans are for the Maldives only. If your trip covers more than one country, our Southeast Asia and Asia regional eSIMs work across multiple countries on a single plan.