Holafly eSIM: the easy way to stay connected while travelling without changing SIM cards

Land, leave the airport and start enjoying your trip straight away — no hunting for Wi-Fi, no searching for a local SIM and no worrying about roaming charges. Here’s how the Holafly eSIM works, why it can make staying connected abroad so much easier, and how to get 5% off your next eSIM purchase.

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Rebecca P. & Raffaele F.

8/26/20264 min read

Holafly eSIM: stress-free internet while travelling

What is an eSIM, and why can it make travelling so much easier?

An eSIM is essentially a digital SIM built into compatible devices. There’s no little plastic card to insert or remove from your phone, and you don’t necessarily have to replace your main SIM.

With an eSIM for international travel, you can buy a data plan for your destination before you even leave, install it on your smartphone and activate it once you arrive. Holafly lets you install your eSIM through its app or via QR code on compatible devices, so you won’t find yourself without a connection and desperately searching for a shop selling local SIM cards.

With an eSIM, getting connected can be much quicker and far less stressful: you set everything up before you leave and, once you land, simply activate your data connection.

How does the Holafly eSIM work?

The idea is pretty straightforward: choose your destination, select how long you’ll need to stay connected, purchase your eSIM and install it by following the instructions provided.

Holafly currently offers travel eSIMs for more than 200 destinations, including individual countries and regional plans. Many of them offer unlimited data, with 4G LTE or 5G connectivity wherever supported by the local network.

And this is probably what makes an international eSIM with unlimited data particularly appealing on busy, action-packed trips.

Internet access isn’t the reason we travel, of course. But when your connection simply works without constantly demanding your attention, you have more time and headspace for the best part: actually being there.

Internet abroad without unexpected roaming charges

One of the main reasons why more and more travellers are turning to eSIMs is undoubtedly the cost of roaming. Outside the areas covered by your mobile plan, using your regular SIM can become very expensive, and it isn’t always easy to keep track of how much you’re spending while browsing, uploading photos or using apps that consume data in the background.

For anyone looking for internet abroad without roaming charges, Holafly allows you to buy your travel data plan in advance, so you know the cost before you leave and can avoid any unpleasant surprises. That predictability becomes particularly valuable on trips involving long days away from your hotel and plenty of moving around.

It is worth remembering, however, that “unlimited data” does not mean there are no technical conditions at all. Holafly states that, in some destinations, local network operators may apply fair usage policies and temporarily reduce speeds in cases of particularly heavy data use. The amount of data available for hotspot use can also vary depending on the destination and the plan you choose. Before purchasing, it is therefore always a good idea to check the specifications of the eSIM you are planning to use.

Your physical SIM can stay right where it is

Another practical advantage: no wrestling with your phone case to swap SIM cards at the airport.

If your device supports eSIM technology and dual SIM functionality, you can keep your main mobile line active while using Holafly for mobile data.

Just pay attention to the settings for your main SIM. If you want to avoid any unwanted roaming charges, make sure you check which SIM is selected for mobile data and configure your smartphone correctly before going online.

There is one important thing to check first: your smartphone must be eSIM-compatible and, in most cases, unlocked so that it can be used with other mobile operators.

Most recent models from many major manufacturers support eSIM technology, but it is always worth checking your exact model on Holafly’s list of compatible devices before making a purchase.

What if something goes wrong?

This is probably one of the most important questions to ask when buying a service you’ll be relying on thousands of miles from home.

Holafly offers 24/7 customer support via live chat and other support channels — something that can be almost more valuable than having a few extra gigabytes of data.

Our 5% Holafly discount code

If you’re planning a trip and think this could be the right solution for you, the Zaino in due community can take advantage of a 5% Holafly discount.

When purchasing your eSIM, enter the code ZAINOINDUE in the coupon field to receive the discount directly on your order.

→ Discover the eSIMs available for your next destination or scan the QR code and use the code ZAINOINDUE to get 5% off.

Before confirming your order, we always recommend checking the destination, duration, plan features, phone compatibility and any conditions relating to hotspot use or data usage. Specifications can vary from one country to another.

Let’s keep travelling together

If you’ve made it this far, chances are you already have another trip beginning to take shape in your mind. So why not make the most of it and travel with one less thing to worry about — while staying connected along the way?

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