Republic of the Congo eSIM guide
1 network · 4 data plans from $7.99. Prices below are live.
- Networks
- Airtel 4G
- 5G
- Not listed
- Cheapest plan
- 1 GB · 7 days · $7.99
- Best per GB
- 5 GB · 30 days · $6.40/GB
- Longest validity
- 30 days
Which plan for your trip
We estimate 0.2 GB a day for maps and messaging, 0.5 GB with socials and photos, and 1.3 GB if you stream or share a hotspot. Each cell is the plan our recommender picks for that trip today.
| Trip | Maps & messaging | Plus socials & photos | Streaming & hotspot |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 days | $7.99 1 GB · 7 daysneeds ~614 MB | $13.99 2 GB · 15 daysneeds ~1.5 GB | $31.99 5 GB · 30 daysneeds ~3.9 GB |
| 7 days | $13.99 2 GB · 15 daysneeds ~1.4 GB | $31.99 5 GB · 30 daysneeds ~3.5 GB | $31.99 5 GB · 30 daysneeds ~9.1 GB |
| 14 days | $31.99 5 GB · 30 daysneeds ~2.8 GB | $31.99 5 GB · 30 daysneeds ~7 GB | $31.99 5 GB · 30 daysneeds ~18.2 GB |
| 30 days | $31.99 5 GB · 30 daysneeds ~6 GB | $31.99 5 GB · 30 daysneeds ~15 GB | $31.99 5 GB · 30 daysneeds ~39 GB |
Networks in Republic of the Congo
The Republic of the Congo eSIM connects to Airtel. No 5G is listed on this plan; expect 4G/LTE.
Arriving in Republic of the Congo
- BZV Brazzaville Maya-Maya
- PNR Pointe-Noire
- Install the eSIM at home on Wi-Fi; it waits until you arrive.
- On landing, switch on data roaming for the eSIM line and pick it for mobile data.
- Your plan's days start when it first connects to a network in Republic of the Congo.
Visiting more than Republic of the Congo?
These regional eSIMs include Republic of the Congo. For 10 days of maps and socials, the Republic of the Congo eSIM pick is 5 GB · 30 days for $31.99.
All 4 data plans
| Plan | Price | Per day | Per GB |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 GB · 7 days | $7.99 | $1.14 | $7.99 |
| 2 GB · 15 days | $13.99 | $0.93 | $7.00 |
| 3 GB · 30 days | $19.99 | $0.67 | $6.66 |
| 5 GB · 30 days | $31.99 | $1.07 | $6.40 |
Questions about Republic of the Congo
Which networks does the Republic of the Congo eSIM use?
The Republic of the Congo eSIM connects to Airtel. No 5G is listed on this plan; expect 4G/LTE.
How much data do I need for a week in Republic of the Congo?
About 3.5 GB if you use maps, messaging, socials and photos (our estimate: 0.5 GB a day). Our pick for 7 days is 5 GB · 30 days for $31.99.
Is there an unlimited data plan for Republic of the Congo?
Not at the moment. The largest plan is 5 GB · 30 days for $31.99, and you can top up whenever you choose.
Do Republic of the Congo plans include a phone number?
No, they're data only. Your home SIM stays on for calls and texts, and messaging apps and internet calls work over the eSIM data.
Which airports do most visitors fly into in Republic of the Congo?
The main international airports are Brazzaville Maya-Maya (BZV), Pointe-Noire (PNR).
Does a regional eSIM cover Republic of the Congo?
Yes. Africa includes Republic of the Congo. The smallest, Africa, covers 36 countries on one eSIM.
When does the plan start?
When your phone first connects to a network in the destination, not when you buy. Install it at home on Wi-Fi; the days start counting on arrival.