Réunion eSIM: Prepaid Mobile Data Plans from $0.36
Stay connected across Réunion with a prepaid data eSIM. Choose from 14 plans starting at $0.36, covering everything from short stays to extended island exploration. Receive your QR code by email, scan, and you're online on arrival.
- Plans from
- $0.36
- Plans available
- 17
- Smallest bundle
- 100MB
- Shortest validity
- 7 days
- Delivery
- QR code by email, within minutes
- Plan type
- Prepaid data only — no contract
Prepaid eSIM plans built for travel in Réunion
esimbloom offers 14 prepaid data plans for Réunion, starting with a 100MB plan for $0.36 valid for 7 days. Each plan is data-only: you get mobile internet for maps, messaging apps, email, and browsing, but no local phone number or traditional voice calls. Plans use 4G/LTE or 5G where the underlying network and your device support it.
Buy online, receive your eSIM QR code by email within minutes, and activate when you land. No physical SIM card to collect, no contract to sign, and no surprise roaming charges. Top up or switch plans as needed during your trip.
How to activate your Réunion eSIM before you travel
Check that your phone supports eSIM—most iPhones from XS onward and recent Android flagships do. After purchase, you'll receive a QR code by email. Scan it in your phone's settings under Cellular or Mobile Data, label the plan as your travel eSIM, and leave it switched off until you arrive in Réunion.
On arrival, turn off your home SIM for data, enable the Réunion eSIM, and turn on data roaming for the eSIM line only. Your phone will connect within a few minutes. Keep your home SIM active for inbound calls and texts if your phone supports dual SIM, or rely on Wi-Fi calling and messaging apps.
Staying connected across Réunion's terrain
Coverage in Saint-Denis, Saint-Pierre, and the coastal strip between Saint-Paul and Sainte-Marie is strong and consistent. Heading inland toward Cilaos, Salazie, or the Plaine-des-Cafres, expect coverage in town centres and along main routes, with signal dropping in deep ravines and high volcanic terrain. The Piton de la Fournaise area and remote trails in the cirques may have limited or no connectivity.
Most travellers use 1–3GB per week for navigation, restaurant lookups, and sharing photos. If you're live-streaming hikes or uploading high-resolution video from the lava flows, budget more data. Car-Jaune buses and intercity routes generally hold signal along the coast, but mountain crossings can be patchy. Download offline maps for the national park and cirque trails before you set out.
Frequently asked questions
Do Réunion eSIMs work across the whole island?
Coverage is reliable along the coast and in towns. Inland mountain areas, cirques, and volcano trails have more limited signal. The underlying network varies by plan, but all plans cover the main populated zones and highways.
Can I use my Réunion eSIM in mainland France or other territories?
These plans are for use in Réunion only. Réunion eSIMs do not include roaming in metropolitan France, Mayotte, or other overseas departments. Check your plan details or buy a separate plan if visiting multiple regions.
How quickly will my eSIM connect when I land in Réunion?
Activation is usually complete within a few minutes of enabling the eSIM and turning on data roaming. If it takes longer, toggle airplane mode or restart your phone. Make sure you've scanned the QR code before departure.
Will my eSIM work for WhatsApp calls and video chats?
Yes. Your eSIM provides mobile data, so all internet-based services work as normal: WhatsApp, FaceTime, Zoom, email, and web browsing. You won't have a local phone number for traditional voice calls or SMS.
What happens if I run out of data during my trip?
You can buy a top-up plan from esimbloom and install a second eSIM QR code, or switch to a larger plan if your phone supports multiple eSIM profiles. Your original plan remains valid until its expiry date.