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🇮🇳 eSIM for India
Indian prepaid SIMs involve paperwork and verification that can take a day or more. A data eSIM is the fastest way to be connected on arrival.
Get Num on the App StoreIndia eSIM plans and prices
Live prices, updated from our provider catalogue · 3G/4G/5G. These are the amounts charged at checkout — nothing is added afterwards.
| Plan | Validity | Total data | Per GB | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100 MB totalTop-up available | 7 days | 100 MB | $12.80 | $1.25 |
| 500 MB totalTop-up available | 7 days | 500 MB | $4.30 | $2.10 |
| 500 MB per dayTop-up available | 1 day | 500 MB | $4.51 | $2.20 |
| 1 GB per dayTop-up available | 1 day | 1 GB | $3.64 | $3.64 |
| 1 GB totalTop-up available | 7 days | 1 GB | $3.86 | $3.86 |
| 2 GB per dayTop-up available | 1 day | 2 GB | $3.43 | $6.86 |
| 1 GB totalTop-up available | 30 days | 1 GB | $7.40 | $7.40 |
| 3 GB totalTop-up available | 15 days | 3 GB | $3.40 | $10.20 |
| 3 GB totalTop-up available | 30 days | 3 GB | $3.43 | $10.28 |
| 3 GB per dayTop-up available | 1 day | 3 GB | $3.60 | $10.80 |
| 1 GB totalTop-up available | 365 days | 1 GB | $14.00 | $14.00 |
| 5 GB totalTop-up available | 30 days | 5 GB | $3.20 | $16.00 |
| 10 GB per dayTop-up availableBest value | 1 day | 10 GB | $2.79 | $27.86 |
| 10 GB totalTop-up available | 30 days | 10 GB | $2.92 | $29.20 |
Prices shown were generated on 2026-08-05 and can change with our provider's catalogue. The app always shows the current price before you pay.
Practical notes for India
- Coverage is broad in cities and along major routes.
- Ride-hailing and payment apps are central to daily life and need data.
- Local SIM registration for visitors is genuinely slow — this is the strongest argument for an eSIM here.
How to get connected
- Download Num and pick India.
- Choose a plan and pay with Apple Pay.
- Scan the QR code the app gives you — Settings → Cellular → Add eSIM.
- Turn on data roaming for the Num line when you land.
Questions about India
How much does an eSIM for India cost?
Plans start at $1.25. The table on this page shows current prices — 14 options ranging from short trips to month-long stays. These are the prices you pay in the app; there are no separate activation or delivery fees.
Will my phone work with a India eSIM?
Most iPhones from the XR and XS onward support eSIM, and the handset must be carrier-unlocked. Check the compatibility page for the full list before you buy.
When does the plan start counting down?
Validity begins when the eSIM first connects to a network in the coverage area, not when you buy it. You can install it before you travel and it will wait until you land.
Can I keep my normal number while using it?
Yes. The Num eSIM runs alongside your existing SIM, so calls and texts on your usual number keep working while data runs over the travel plan. Turn your normal line's data roaming off to avoid a roaming bill.
Can I add more data if I run out?
Yes — reloadable plans can be topped up from inside the app without buying a new eSIM or reinstalling anything.