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Gabon
VND 302,400
VAT included
Choose your validity, then select the data allowance for your trip.
Validity
Data allowance
Quantity: 1
Technical details for Gabon
These details change with the plan you select above. Read them carefully before buying so you pick the right plan for your trip.
Data and speed
- Selected plan: Gabon · 1GB · 7 days
- Validity: 7 days
- Plan type: Fixed data for the whole validity period
- High-speed data: 1 GB for the whole validity period
- Usage policy:
1 GB of data for the whole validity period.
Activation and validity
- Activation: Automatic when the eSIM first connects to a network at your destination
- Identity verification (KYC): Not required.
eSIM and devices
- SIM type: eSIM
- Phone number: None, the eSIM is data-only
- Top-up: Not available; buy a new plan when your data or validity runs out
- Supported devices: An eSIM-capable, carrier-unlocked phone.
Coverage
- Coverage: Gabon
Details as published by our plan partner; they may change with the mobile operator's policy.
Before choosing your plan
Staying connected in Gabon
Gabon is mostly rainforest, with thirteen national parks that draw wildlife lovers: Loango is famed for elephants, forest buffalo and even hippos on the beach, Lopé (UNESCO-listed) for huge troops of mandrills, and Pongara near the capital for nesting leatherback turtles. The dry season runs roughly June to September. Many other visitors come to Libreville and Port-Gentil for work in oil and timber.
Coverage and networks
The plan information does not name a network for Gabon. If the network matters to you, ask Simtel to confirm it for the exact plan before paying.
Signal and speed depend on where you are, your device and network conditions, and can differ between plans.
Choosing a data allowance
eSIM plans for Gabon currently last 7 to 30 days and come in this type:
- Total data (1GB to 10GB): one allowance for the whole trip, handy when some days are heavier than others.
Suggestions for this trip
- A 7-day work trip in Libreville fits 2GB or 3GB of total data; for 15 days combining Loango or Lopé, where lodge Wi-Fi is limited, choose 5GB, and for 30 days with regular video meetings, choose 10GB.
Count your arrival and departure days. Before paying, check the exact plan for when validity starts, how days are counted, and whether hotspot, calls or SMS are included; these differ between plans.
Before you go
- Getting around: The Transgabonais railway runs inland from Libreville (Owendo) through Lopé; Loango is usually reached by light aircraft or boat as part of a tour.
- Costs and paying: Gabon uses the Central African CFA franc and prices are high; big hotels take cards, but outside Libreville you will need cash.
- Language: French is the official language; download an offline translation pack before heading into the forest.
- eSIM setup: Before buying, make sure your phone supports eSIM and is not carrier-locked. Install the eSIM before you fly, on a stable Wi-Fi connection, following the instructions sent with your plan.
- On arrival: Set the travel eSIM as your mobile data line and follow its roaming instructions. Turn off data roaming on your home SIM to avoid unexpected charges.
Handy tips for using your eSIM
Smooth side-by-side use
Keep your main SIM in the phone for calls or OTP codes and use the travel eSIM as your data line. All you need to do is pick the right SIM for mobile data in your settings.
When to install
Install the eSIM before your trip while you have a stable Wi‑Fi connection. On arrival, select the eSIM as your data line and turn on roaming exactly as the plan instructs.
What makes Simtel stand out?
Easy preparation before your trip. Peace of mind when you arrive.
Instant eSIM delivery & activation
The eSIM is delivered by email after payment; you can configure it before departure and use it when you arrive.
eSIM — no SIM swap needed
With an eSIM there is no shop to find, no SIM to wait for and no SIM tray to open; the whole process is digital.
No identity verification (KYC)
Travel data eSIM purchases do not require identity documents or long-term commitments.
Dual SIM support
Keep your primary SIM for calls or OTPs and use the eSIM as the data line during your trip.
No app required
No separate app is required; eSIM details and setup instructions are provided directly after purchase.
Here for you, 24/7
The Simtel team is here to help with eSIM installation and activation, whatever your time zone.
Frequently asked questions
Will there be any additional fees or charges when using the eSIM?
No. The price in your order already includes all costs, and there will be no additional charges during usage.
Will installing or inserting a travel SIM/eSIM affect my existing SIM/eSIM on the device?
No. Your existing SIM/eSIM will not be affected; you can use them simultaneously and switch between them flexibly in the settings.
How long will it take to receive the eSIM after successful payment?
The eSIM QR code will be sent via email within 2 minutes. Please ensure that you enter the correct email address when placing your order and check your Spam/Promotions folders. If you have not received it, please contact Simtel customer support for assistance.
When should I install the eSIM after receiving the QR code via email?
When installing the eSIM, please ensure your device has a stable 4G or WiFi connection. Therefore, it is recommended to install the eSIM about 2–3 hours before departure.
Can I make calls or send messages?
Simtel provides both data-only and call-enabled SIM/eSIM. Depending on the plan you choose, the SIM/eSIM may support full features or data usage only.
When using a travel SIM/eSIM and turning off my primary SIM, can I still use Zalo, Messenger,..?
Yes. As long as you have an internet connection from the travel SIM/eSIM, you can continue using Zalo, Messenger, and other apps normally even if your primary SIM is turned off.
Can I use WhatsApp, Viber, or Zalo with an eSIM?
Yes. You can still use calling and messaging apps such as WhatsApp, Viber, Zalo, etc., when using a travel eSIM.