South Africa · MTN
South Africa eSIM on MTN
Short answer: 8 NUM South Africa plans run on MTN, from $1.29 on 4 Nov 2026. Install at home on wifi, switch it on when you land, and your phone joins MTN.
South Africa eSIM plans on MTN
| Plan | Networks | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100 MB · 7 days | Cell C, MTN, Telkom 3G | $1.29 | Get it |
| 500 MB · 7 days | Cell C, MTN, Telkom 3G | $1.59 | Get it |
| 1 GB · 7 days | Cell C, MTN, Telkom 3G | $2.19 | Get it |
| 3 GB · 15 days | Cell C, MTN, Telkom 3G | $5.09 | Get it |
| 3 GB · 30 days | Cell C, MTN, Telkom 3G | $5.29 | Get it |
| 5 GB · 30 days | Cell C, MTN, Telkom 3G | $7.19 | Get it |
| 10 GB · 30 days | Cell C, MTN, Telkom 3G | $11.49 | Get it |
| 20 GB · 30 days | Cell C, MTN, Telkom 3G | $20.49 | Get it |
South Africa eSIM on MTN: questions
Does a NUM South Africa eSIM use MTN?
8 of the South Africa plans in the shop on 4 Nov 2026 listed MTN; others use Cell C or Telkom 3G. Each plan lists its networks before you pay.
How much is a South Africa eSIM on MTN?
On 4 Nov 2026, from $1.29 (100 MB, valid 7 days). The price on the pay button is the price you pay.
Can I choose MTN over another network?
Pick a plan that lists MTN. Your phone joins MTN when it is in range; with data roaming on, it can also use the plan’s other listed networks.
Will I get a MTN phone number?
No. It’s a data-only eSIM that runs on the network; your home number stays on your phone for calls and codes.
Will it work on my phone?
Dial *#06# on the phone you’re taking. If you see an EID number, it takes an eSIM. Every iPhone from the XR and XS on does, and the SE from 2020, as do Google Pixel 3 and later and Samsung Galaxy S20 and later. The phone must be carrier-unlocked. Not sure? Text PHONE and your model and we’ll check.
When do I install it?
At home, on wifi, before you fly. Then switch it on when you land. Tell us your landing day and we text you the switch-on steps that morning.