Papua New Guinea eSIM plans
Instant deliveryYour eSIM for Papua New Guinea is available from €5.09 and active straight away: in Papua New Guinea it connects to the Digicel PNG, bmobile, Vodafone PNG, bmobile (Telikom PNG) networks (4G/LTE, 5G where available), coverage 35. Install it by QR code before you leave — no roaming and no SIM swap.
- Instant email delivery
- 30-day returns
- Support in French
- Visa · Mastercard · Apple Pay · Google Pay · PayPal
eSIM for Papua New Guinea — at a glance
- From
- €5.09
- Local networks
- Digicel PNG, bmobile, Vodafone PNG, bmobile (Telikom PNG)
- Technology
- 4G/LTE
- Network coverage
- 35
- Activation
- QR code — install before you leave
- Recommended data
- 1–3 GB light use · 5 GB with social media · 10 GB+ streaming
All eSIM plans for Papua New Guinea
| Data | Validity | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Unlimited | 1 day | €5.09 |
| Unlimited | 3 days | €10.99 |
| Unlimited | 5 days | €17.99 |
| Unlimited | 7 days | €23.99 |
| Unlimited | 10 days | €32.99 |
| Unlimited | 15 days | €47.99 |
| Unlimited | 30 days | €61.99 |
| 1 GB | 7 days | €5.99 |
| 2 GB | 15 days | €11.99 |
| 3 GB | 30 days | €15.99 |
| 5 GB | 30 days | €22.99 |
| 10 GB | 30 days | €40.99 |
| 20 GB | 30 days | €56.99 |
| 50 GB | 30 days | €79.99 |
Impenetrable rainforests, tribes with spectacular finery, active volcanoes and some of the best-preserved coral reefs in the Pacific: Papua New Guinea is one of the most authentic and most bewildering destinations on the planet. Here, the adventure is total, and the logistics demanding. In a country where road infrastructure between provinces is almost non-existent and where organising the slightest internal journey takes forward planning, staying reachable and connected is not a luxury, it is a vital necessity. Activate your Simpartout eSIM before you leave Paris and arrive in Port Moresby or Mount Hagen with the calm of a well-prepared traveller.
Flight time from Paris
20 to 26 hours with stop(s); no direct flight, usually via Singapore, Sydney or Manila
Time difference with France
+9h in winter (UTC+1), +8h in summer (UTC+2); PNG is on UTC+10 all year
Best time to visit
Dry season: May to October, ideal for hiking and tribal festivals (Goroka Show in September)
Power socket type
Type I. Adapter essential for travellers from France, 240V voltage
Why you need an eSIM in Papua New Guinea
Papua New Guinea is a country of rare logistical complexity. With more than 800 languages spoken and a geography split between jungles, mountains and isolated islands, communication is at the heart of every journey. The 4G network of Digicel PNG, the country's main carrier, covers mainly urban centres such as Port Moresby, Lae or Madang, along with the busiest routes, about 35% of the national territory. Buying a local SIM at Jacksons Airport in Port Moresby is technically possible, but availability is irregular and registration procedures can be laborious for a foreign traveller with no bearings. With an eSIM ordered from France before you leave, you are connected from landing: to coordinate with your local guide, contact your bush lodge, check your itineraries or alert loved ones in an emergency. In a country this isolated, that peace of mind is priceless.
Network coverage in Papua New Guinea
Operator
Digicel PNG
+ bmobile
Technology
4G/LTE
Coverage
35
How to install your Papua New Guinea eSIM
- 1
Buy your plan
Select the data plan matching your stay in Papua New Guinea, then pay.
- 2
Scan the QR code
Aim your phone's camera at the QR code in the email we sent you.
- 3
Install the eSIM
Follow the instructions to install the eSIM. We recommend doing this before you leave.
- 4
Connect when you arrive
Upon reaching Papua New Guinea, enable roaming on the eSIM data line to get online.
- 1
Buy your plan
Select the data plan matching your stay in Papua New Guinea, then pay.
- 2
Scan the QR code
Aim your phone's camera at the QR code in the email we sent you.
- 3
Install the eSIM
Follow the instructions to install the eSIM. We recommend doing this before you leave.
- 4
Connect when you arrive
Upon reaching Papua New Guinea, enable roaming on the eSIM data line to get online.
Recommended for you
Short trip
For a trip of 3 to 7 days, go for an unlimited plan.
Business trip
Video calls and emails: choose a high-speed plan.
Long stay
For a month or more, our high-capacity plans offer the best value for money.
Families
Several devices to connect? Pick a plan that allows hotspot sharing and comes with plenty of data.
eSIM, local SIM or Wi-Fi hotspot: which suits Papua New Guinea best?
| eSIM | Local SIM card | Wi-Fi hotspot | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Activation | Instant (QR code) | Bought on arrival | Pick-up/delivery |
| Installation | 2 minutes | SIM swap | Extra device |
| Price | From €5.09 | €5–30 | €5–15/day |
| Network | Local 4G/LTE | Local 4G/LTE | Local 4G/LTE |
| Devices | 1 smartphone | 1 smartphone | Up to 5 devices |
| Flexibility | Top up at any time | Fixed data | Daily rental |
| Recommendation | Ideal for travellers | For long stays | For groups/families |