Destinations
200+
Plan types
Country, Regional, Global, Unlimited
Activation
App
Founded
2019
About Airalo
Airalo is the world's largest eSIM marketplace, offering data plans for over 200 countries and regions. Founded in 2019 in Singapore, Airalo partners with local carriers globally to deliver affordable eSIM plans directly to travelers. Their app-based experience makes buying and activating an eSIM straightforward — you can have a plan ready before you even board your flight.
Airalo works on a prepaid model, so there are no surprise charges. Plans are available for individual countries, regions (e.g. all of Europe), or globally. Select global plans like Discover+ also include calls and texts.
Pros & Cons
✓ Pros
- ✓ Very broad global coverage (200+ destinations)
- ✓ Strong app and self-service flow
- ✓ Top-ups available for many plans
- ✓ Local, regional and global options
- ✓ 24/7 live chat support
- ✓ Some global plans include calls and texts
✕ Cons
- ✕ Most plans are still data-only
- ✕ Refund eligibility is conditional
- ✕ Network and 5G availability vary by destination
- ✕ Unlimited data is plan-specific, not universal
Features
Support
- Live Chat YES
- WhatsApp NO
- Email YES
- Phone NO
Plan types
Activation
Network
Local, regional and global eSIMs. Network details, plan type and call/text availability are shown per plan.
Refund policy
Refunds can be requested in the app or account. Eligibility is generally tied to unused or wrong eSIMs and unresolved service issues per Airalo terms.