Nepal eSIM
1-tap install
Data only
Full refund before installation
1. Select plan
Multi-traveler eSIMs
Group discount up to 15% for 6+
Add 1 more to unlock 5% off. 6+ travelers get 15% off.
2. Fare transparency
Total due
$3.60 / GB · $1.20 / day
$35.99
Refund any plan you haven’t installed, up to 30 days from purchase.
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$35.99
Nepal 10 GB · 30 days (×1)
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Great for messaging, transit navigation, and staying connected across Nepal.
Great for messaging, transit navigation, and staying connected across Nepal.
Great for messaging, transit navigation, and staying connected across Nepal.
High-speed 5G mobile data for Nepal. Ideal for maps, video calls, social media & hotspot.
High-speed 5G mobile data for Nepal. Ideal for maps, video calls, social media & hotspot.
Travelling with someone? Add a second traveller and the whole order is 5% off — it grows to 15% at six.
Order summary
Nepal 10 GB · 30 days
$3.60/GB
$35.99
Total
$3.60 / GB
$35.99
Full refund before installation. Refund any plan you haven’t installed, up to 30 days from purchase.
ContinueBy paying, you agree to immediate delivery and lose the 14-day right of withdrawal.
Refund any plan you haven’t installed, up to 30 days from purchase.
$35.99
Nepal 10 GB · 30 days
Setup
Set the eSIM up before you fly to Nepal
Set up your eSIM before you travel. Install it once from the link in your email, switch it on when you arrive, and you’re online.
On iPhone (iOS)
- After purchase, open the confirmation email and tap the install link — the eSIM adds itself (iOS 17.4+). Older iPhone: Settings → Cellular → Add eSIM → scan the QR from the same email.
- Label the plan (e.g. “vigxo travel”) and set your home line to keep calls/SMS.
- Turn on Data Roaming for the vigxo line — this uses the local partner network, not your home carrier.
On Android
- Tap the Android install link in your email (recent Android) — or Settings → Network & internet → SIMs → Add eSIM and scan the QR.
- Download the profile and set vigxo as your Mobile data line.
- When you land, turn on data roaming for the vigxo line so that line can use the local network.
Good to know
- Works on eSIM-capable phones (iPhone XR/XS+, Pixel 3+, Samsung Galaxy S20+). Older or carrier-locked phones may not support eSIM.
- Install before you fly on Wi‑Fi — you only need to enable it when you land, no signal required to set up.
- Data-only plans: keep your home SIM active for calls and texts. Use WhatsApp/FaceTime over data.
- Prices are final at checkout. Full refund before you install the eSIM.
What you can actually buy for Nepal
5 plans for Nepal, from 3 to 20 GB. Validity runs from 1 day to 30 days. None of these run on 5G — Nepal is LTE only on the networks we resell. We would rather say so here than let you find out on arrival.
5 plans can be topped up without installing a second eSIM. Plans run on Ncell, NT Mobile.
Counted from our live catalogue, not a marketing figure. The list above shows the best-priced plan for each size and validity; the count here includes every plan.
Regional plans that also cover Nepal
8 regional plans include Nepal. The widest covers 6 countries — worth it if Nepal is one stop of several, rather than the whole trip.
Regional coverage starts at $12.99 for 3 GB over 15 days.
How eSIMs work in Nepal
A travel eSIM for Nepal is a digital SIM your phone downloads — no plastic card, no airport pickup counter. You buy online, tap the install link we email you (a QR code is included too), and it installs a second line alongside your existing SIM. Install it on Wi-Fi before you fly. When you land in Nepal, turn on data roaming for that line so it can use Ncell, NT Mobile on LTE. Your home number keeps working for calls and texts; the eSIM carries the data.
How much data do you need in Nepal?
Maps, messaging and rideshare apps are light — roughly 300–500 MB a day. Add photos, social and the occasional video and you’re closer to 1 GB a day. For a one-week trip a 5 GB plan is comfortable; for two weeks, sharing, or heavy use, choose 10 GB or more, or a reloadable plan you can top up on the go. Nepal plans start at $14.99 across 5 sizes, with the per-GB price shown on every one so the right choice is obvious.
What do you pay for data in Nepal?
A travel eSIM for Nepal is a local data plan. You pay the price shown at checkout. Set the eSIM as your data line and turn data roaming off on your home SIM, so your home carrier does not add this trip's data to your bill. Full refund before you install.
Setting up your Nepal eSIM
- 1. Buy a plan — your install link and QR code arrive by email right after payment.
- 2. While you’re still on Wi-Fi before you fly, tap the install link in your confirmation email — or open Settings → Cellular/Mobile Data → Add eSIM and scan the QR.
- 3. Land in Nepal, turn on data roaming for the eSIM line, and you’re online.
What to eat in Nepal
Dal Bhat Tarkari
The national dish consisting of steamed rice, lentil soup, and vegetable curry, often served with pickles and greens.
Available everywhere from local teahouses to high-end restaurants.
Momo
Steamed or fried dumplings filled with minced meat or vegetables, served with a spicy dipping sauce.
Street vendors in Kathmandu or restaurants like New Everest Momo Center.
Thukpa
A hearty, Tibetan-style noodle soup packed with vegetables and meat, perfect for cold weather in the mountains.
Trekking lodges in the Himalayas and Tibetan restaurants in Pokhara.
Sel Roti
A traditional, ring-shaped sweet rice-flour bread that is deep-fried, often resembling a large, thin donut.
Street food stalls in Kathmandu Valley, especially during festivals.
Dhindo
A thick, porridge-like staple made from boiling water and buckwheat, millet, or maize flour.
Traditional Thakali restaurants and rural homestays.
Gundruk
A fermented leafy green vegetable dish with a unique slightly sour flavor, usually served as a soup or side.
Traditional Nepali and Newari eateries.
Samay Baji
A Newari platter of beaten rice, lentil pancakes, spiced meat, black soybeans, and garlic.
Newari restaurants in Patan and Bhaktapur.
Chatamari
Often called 'Nepali pizza,' this is a thin rice-flour crepe topped with meat, eggs, or vegetables.
Street food stalls and Newari eateries in Kathmandu Valley.
Choila
A spicy grilled meat dish, typically buffalo or chicken, marinated with mustard oil and spices.
Newari restaurants around Kathmandu and Lalitpur.
Yomari
A steamed dumpling consisting of an external covering of rice flour with a sweet filling of chaku (molasses) or khuwa (dairy).
Bakeries and sweet shops in Kathmandu, especially during the Yomari Punhi festival.
What to see in Nepal
Boudhanath StupaKathmandu
One of the largest spherical stupas in Nepal and a focal point of Tibetan Buddhism.
1-2 hours
Swayambhunath TempleKathmandu
Known as the Monkey Temple, it offers panoramic views of the city from its hilltop location.
2-3 hours
Pashupatinath TempleKathmandu
A highly sacred Hindu temple complex on the banks of the Bagmati River.
2-3 hours
Kathmandu Durbar SquareKathmandu
The historic heart of the city, featuring spectacular traditional Newari architecture and royal palaces.
2-3 hours
Bhaktapur Durbar SquareBhaktapur
A beautifully preserved ancient city square known for its pottery, woodcarving, and traditional culture.
3-4 hours
Phewa LakePokhara
A stunning lake offering boating with reflections of the Annapurna range on clear days.
2-4 hours
SarangkotPokhara
Famous for its spectacular sunrise views over the Himalayas, including Machhapuchhre.
2 hours
World Peace PagodaPokhara
A brilliant white stupa situated on a narrow ridge high above Phewa Lake, offering excellent views.
2-3 hours
Chitwan National ParkChitwan
A UNESCO World Heritage site known for jungle safaris to spot rhinos, Bengal tigers, and elephants.
2-3 days · book ahead
Maya Devi TempleLumbini
The recognized birthplace of Lord Gautama Buddha and a major pilgrimage site.
2-4 hours
Getting around Nepal
Tourist Bus
Comfortable, air-conditioned buses connecting major hubs like Kathmandu, Pokhara, and Chitwan.
10-25 USD
Local Bus
Crowded, cheaper buses that stop frequently and cover both main routes and rural roads.
1-5 USD
Domestic Flights
Small aircraft flying between cities and mountain airstrips (e.g., Kathmandu to Lukla or Pokhara).
50-200 USD
Taxis
Available in major cities; must negotiate the fare beforehand as meters are rarely used.
2-10 USD per ride
Ride-hailing
Pathao, inDrive, Sajilo
Pathao and inDrive are the most popular. Motorbike taxis are very common and much faster in Kathmandu's heavy traffic.
Practical things worth knowing in Nepal
Paying for things
- Rarely available outside of high-end hotels.
- Generally not supported.
- Cash still useful for: Street food, Taxis, Teahouses on treks, Small purchases, Entry fees for some smaller sites
- Local wallets: eSewa, Khalti
Basics
- Emergency number: 100 (Police), 102 (Ambulance), 101 (Fire)
- Plugs: C, D, M · 230V
- Tap water: no
- A 10% service charge is sometimes included in restaurants. If not, leaving 5-10% is appreciated. Tipping guides and porters on treks is expected.
Public holidays in Nepal
| International Women's Day | March 8 | Government offices closed. General travel largely unaffected. |
| International Workers' Day | May 1 | Public offices and some businesses closed. |
| Republic Day | May 28 | National holiday; government offices and banks closed. Parades in Kathmandu. |
| Constitution Day | September 19 | National holiday marking the 2015 constitution. Government offices closed. |
| Christmas Day | December 25 | Recognized holiday; public offices closed, but most shops and tourist services operate normally. |
Recurring dates — the day these fall on moves year to year.