Visiting Nairobi soon? Let Kwetu keep you connected.
Nairobi eSIM — powered by our Kenya data plans. Plans from $6.15.
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Nairobi moves fast, with matatus, meetings, and market runs across Westlands, Kilimani, or the CBD, so you’ll want data the second you land at JKIA, not after hunting for a SIM counter or waiting on a hotel Wi-Fi password.
Home-network roaming in Kenya can run into steep per-MB charges that most travelers only discover after the bill arrives. A Kwetu eSIM sidesteps that entirely, with one clear price set before you fly.
Install the profile over Wi-Fi before departure, and it’s just waiting for you to switch on when you land. There’s no swapping a physical SIM and no losing your home number’s spot for WhatsApp or calls.
Nairobi traffic being what it is, having maps and a ride-hailing app working the moment you clear immigration matters more here than in most cities. Whether you’re heading straight to a meeting in Upper Hill or checking into a hotel in Westlands, your eSIM connects before you’ve even collected your bags.
It’s also handy for the everyday things a short-term physical SIM makes annoying: mobile money apps, hotel check-in confirmations, and staying reachable on your own number for family back home, all running alongside your Kenyan data rather than instead of it.
And because Nairobi is usually just the first stop, not the whole trip, it’s worth thinking about where you’re headed next. A weekend in the Mara, a flight on to Zanzibar, a drive down to Arusha: each of those is easier to plan for if your data is already sorted before you’ve even left the airport.
Choose your data plan
Heading beyond Nairobi to Tanzania, Uganda, or elsewhere in the region? Our multi-country bundles below cover you across borders on one plan, so you’re not buying a fresh eSIM every time you cross one.
Regional Bundles
These multi-country plans also cover Kenya — great if you're travelling beyond one destination.
Good to know about your Kenya eSIM
- Kwetu offers 5 data plans for Kenya, so you can match your plan to your trip length and data needs.
- Prices range from $6.15 to $49.35, depending on how much data and how many days you need.
- Plan validity ranges from 7 to 30 days.
- You'll connect via Safaricom 4G while in Kenya.
Frequently asked questions about your Nairobi eSIM
After purchase, you'll get a QR code by email and in the app. Scan it to install the eSIM, then turn it on when you land in Nairobi — no store visit or physical SIM swap needed.
Your plan activates the moment your eSIM connects to a supported network in Nairobi, not the moment you buy it — so you can install it in advance and it won't start counting down until you actually arrive.
No. Kwetu eSIMs don't require local SIM registration or ID checks — just install the eSIM and connect.
Yes. Once your eSIM is active, you can buy a top-up directly from the My eSIMs page in the app or on the web, without buying a whole new eSIM.
The largest plan is 10 GB for $49.35, valid for 30 days — good if you're a heavy data user or staying in Nairobi for a while.
This specific plan covers Nairobi only, but if you're visiting other countries too, check the regional bundles on this page that include Nairobi.
Your Nairobi eSIM connects via Safaricom 4G, giving you reliable data throughout your trip.
Most phones from the last few years support eSIM, including iPhone XS and later and most recent Android flagships. Check your phone's Settings under Mobile/Cellular Data for an "Add eSIM" option to confirm.
Use the calculator above — tell us your trip length and how you'll use data, and we'll recommend a plan.