20 GB Internet in France - 30 Days
How to Use Your 20 GB eSIM in France
Purchase & Receive Your QR Code
The moment you buy your France 20 GB plan, your QR code lands in your inbox and dashboard.
Install the eSIM
Go to Settings → Mobile Data → Add eSIM and scan the QR code. Stay on Wi-Fi while you install.
Activate & Connect
Switch on the eSIM France data plan in your settings - it'll connect to the network automatically. Already abroad? Turn on Data Roaming.
You're Online!
You've got 20 GB of data for 30 days in France. Keep your primary SIM switched on if you still need calls and SMS.
Important Notes
- •Install your France eSIM before your trip, while you still have Wi-Fi.
- •Your device must be eSIM-compatible and carrier-unlocked.
- •Each QR code can only be scanned once - don't delete the eSIM after installing it.
France eSIM - Frequently Asked Questions
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Why Travelers Choose an eSIM for France
Planning a trip through Paris, the French Riviera or the Loire Valley? A France eSIM connects to Orange, SFR or Bouygues Telecom the moment you land at Charles de Gaulle (CDG), Orly (ORY) or Nice (NCE) — no Orange boutique queue, no passport photocopy at a phone shop. Activate a plan in two minutes, scan the QR code, and you're online to book Uber rides to the Louvre, Google-map Montmartre, or upload Eiffel Tower reels from a Seine cruise. Choose a 7-day 3 GB plan for a Paris long weekend, a 30-day 10 GB plan for a France circuit through Provence and the Côte d'Azur, or France eSIM unlimited data if you're working remotely from a Lyon or Bordeaux café.
eSIM vs French Tourist SIM — Which Works Best in Paris?
French carriers (Orange, SFR, Bouygues) sell tourist SIMs at Paris and Nice airports, but an eSIM for France travel activates before you land and includes EU-wide roaming, useful if your itinerary extends into Switzerland, Italy or Spain.
| eSIM | Orange Tourist SIM | |
|---|---|---|
| Setup time | ≈ 2 minutes (QR scan pre-flight) | 15–30 minutes (Orange boutique queue) |
| Cost | from ~$0.20/day | €15–40 per 2-week tourist pack |
| EU roaming | works across EU + UK + Switzerland | French SIM EU roaming included |
| Paperwork | none — just QR scan | passport copy at some boutiques |
| Top-up | instant online | Orange app or in-store |
France eSIM FAQ — Paris Coverage, EU Roaming & Unlimited Data
Which is the best eSIM for France?
The best eSIM for France depends on your itinerary — a 7-day 3 GB plan covers a Paris + Versailles long weekend, a 30-day 10 GB plan fits a full France tour through the Loire Valley, Provence and the Côte d'Azur, and France eSIM unlimited data is ideal for digital nomads working from Lyon or Bordeaux. Our France eSIMs run on Orange, SFR and Bouygues Telecom, so 4G/5G coverage is strong across Paris, Nice, Marseille and all major TGV routes.
Can I use a France eSIM across the EU?
Yes — our France eSIM includes EU-wide roaming, so the same plan works seamlessly when you cross into Belgium, Switzerland, Italy or Spain without extra fees. Ideal for side trips to Brussels, a Riviera drive into Monaco, or a Eurostar hop to London. For itineraries covering 4+ countries, consider our regional Europe eSIM instead.
Is a prepaid France eSIM cheaper than carrier roaming?
Yes — typically 80–90% cheaper than US or non-EU carrier roaming to France. A 30-day 5 GB France eSIM starts from $5–10, while AT&T, Verizon or T-Mobile international day-passes often run $10–15 per day. For a Paris week, the eSIM pays for itself before you finish your first croissant.