5 GB Internet in Nepal - 30 Days
How to Use Your 5 GB eSIM in Nepal
Purchase & Receive Your QR Code
The moment you buy your Nepal 5 GB plan, your QR code lands in your inbox and dashboard.
Install the eSIM
Go to Settings ā Mobile Data ā Add eSIM and scan the QR code. Stay on Wi-Fi while you install.
Activate & Connect
Switch on the eSIM Nepal data plan in your settings - it'll connect to the network automatically. Already abroad? Turn on Data Roaming.
You're Online!
You've got 5 GB of data for 30 days in Nepal. Keep your primary SIM switched on if you still need calls and SMS.
Important Notes
- ā¢Install your Nepal eSIM before your trip, while you still have Wi-Fi.
- ā¢Your device must be eSIM-compatible and carrier-unlocked.
- ā¢Each QR code can only be scanned once - don't delete the eSIM after installing it.
Nepal eSIM - Frequently Asked Questions
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Why Travelers Choose an eSIM for Nepal
Flying into Tribhuvan International (KTM) for a Kathmandu temple loop, an Everest Base Camp trek, or an Annapurna Circuit hike? A Nepal eSIM connects to Ncell or Nepal Telecom (NTC) the moment your plane lands ā no Ncell Thamel kiosk queue, no passport-photo SIM registration paperwork. eSIM support in Nepal is fully operational today, and Ncell's 4G coverage now reaches key trekking stops (Lukla, Namche Bazaar, Pokhara). Activate a plan in two minutes, scan the QR code, and you're online for teahouse bookings in Pokhara, weather updates on the Thorong La approach, or Everest summit-push comms from Kala Patthar. Choose a 7-day plan for a Kathmandu + Pokhara highlights trip, a 30-day plan for a full EBC or Annapurna Circuit trek, or Nepal eSIM unlimited data for longer climbing-season expeditions.
eSIM vs Ncell Tourist SIM ā Which Works Best for Nepal Treks?
Ncell and NTC kiosks at Tribhuvan International sell tourist SIMs, but you'll need a passport photocopy and a photo for registration. A Nepal travel eSIM activates before you land and saves the Kathmandu arrivals queue for your trekking gear check.
| eSIM | Ncell Tourist SIM | |
|---|---|---|
| Setup time | ā 2 minutes (QR scan pre-flight) | 20ā40 minutes (KTM arrivals counter) |
| Paperwork | none | passport photo + registration form |
| Cost | from ~$1/day | NPR 500ā1500 (~$4ā12) tourist pack |
| Trek coverage | Ncell 4G to Lukla / Namche / ABC | same ā Ncell strongest on treks |
| Device-friendly | yes ā iPhone XS+, Pixel 3+, Samsung S20+ | any unlocked physical SIM phone |
Nepal eSIM FAQ ā Everest/Annapurna Trek Coverage, Ncell & NTC Support
Does Nepal have eSIM?
Yes ā Nepal supports eSIM today, with Ncell leading the rollout and Nepal Telecom (NTC) following. A travel eSIM for Nepal on a roaming profile works immediately on arrival at Tribhuvan International (KTM), Pokhara (PKR) or Bhairahawa (BWA), with no local registration required. Physical Ncell tourist SIMs are still available if you prefer, but the airport queue and passport-photo step are skippable with a eSIM.
Which is the best eSIM for Nepal trekking?
The best eSIM for Nepal depends on your trek ā a 7-day plan covers a Kathmandu + Pokhara highlights trip, a 30-day plan fits a full Everest Base Camp or Annapurna Circuit trek (allow buffer days for altitude acclimatization), and Nepal eSIM unlimited data is ideal for longer climbing-season expeditions. Our Nepal eSIMs run on Ncell, which has the strongest 4G footprint on the LuklaāNamcheāGorak Shep corridor and through the Annapurna region.
How do I get an eSIM in Nepal without visiting an Ncell kiosk?
Buy a Nepal eSIM online from AviaeSIM, install the QR code on your iPhone, Pixel or Samsung at home, and activate it on arrival at Tribhuvan International (KTM). The profile connects to Ncell or Nepal Telecom automatically and starts the clock on your plan. No Thamel kiosk queue, no KYC, no waiting for a tourist SIM to be registered at a counter before your taxi ride into Kathmandu.