3GB of full-speed data every day, refreshed each morning of your plan. Once you pass the daily allowance the connection keeps going at a reduced speed (around 512 Kbps), so you stay online for maps and messaging until it resets the next day.
- Navigate and ride-hail all day
- Run social with photos and Stories
- Video-call friends and family
- Stream music and the odd video
- Buy. Checkout takes under a minute.
- Get your QR. It is emailed within minutes of purchase.
- Install on WiFi before you fly. Tap “Install eSIM” or scan the QR code.
- Land and connect. Switch on data roaming for the eSIM line and it connects automatically once you arrive.
Works on eSIM-capable, carrier-unlocked phones, including iPhone XS and newer, Pixel 3 and newer, Galaxy S20 and newer, and most recent dual-SIM devices.
Coverage. Your eSIM connects to SMART in the Philippines, on 4G/5G where your phone and location support it. Coverage includes major cities and popular tourist areas, and as with any mobile network, signal can be weaker in remote or rural places.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does eSIM work in Philippines?
Yes. eSIM technology is supported across Philippines's major mobile networks. Most modern smartphones released after 2018 support eSIM, including iPhone XS and newer, Samsung Galaxy S20 and newer, and Google Pixel 3 and newer. Our Philippines eSIM plans connect to local 4G/LTE networks in major cities and tourist areas.
How do I install my Philippines eSIM?
After purchase, you receive an email within minutes with an "Install eSIM" button — tap it to install directly to your phone. The email also includes a QR code you can scan and a manual SM-DP+ address as a backup. You can install before you travel while connected to WiFi and activate on arrival in Philippines. The whole process takes under 5 minutes.
Do I need a local SIM card for Philippines?
No. An eSIM replaces the need for a physical local SIM card. You keep your existing phone number on your primary SIM while using the eSIM for data in Philippines. There is no need to visit a local shop, show ID, or swap SIM cards. Your eSIM is delivered digitally and ready to use on arrival.