Nepal eSIM plans
Every plan below is prepaid and data-only. Pay once in US dollars, install it before you travel, and nothing renews on its own.
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Using your phone in Nepal
Most international arrivals land at Tribhuvan International, Kathmandu (KTM). Install your Nepal eSIM on Wi-Fi before you fly and it connects as you taxi to the gate, so maps and messages work before you reach passport control.
Getting around usually means Pathao and InDrive. Your eSIM coverage follows the places people actually go, from Kathmandu, Pokhara and Everest region to the roads between them.
The main language is Nepali, so a camera-translate app is worth having on mobile data. Prices are in Nepalese rupee, and your bank's one-time codes still arrive on your home SIM.
Good to know before you go
- Coverage reaches many trekking villages, but high passes and remote stretches can be offline for days.
Nepal coverage and networks
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Best eSIM for Nepal: which plan to pick
Count the days first, then add a buffer. Messaging and maps use little, but photo backups, video calls and streaming eat through data quickly, so pick one size up if you're unsure.
- Light0.5 GB/day
- Regular1 GB/day
- Heavy1.5 GB+/day
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How to set up your Nepal eSIM
Set up your eSIM for Nepal in three steps
- 1Choose your plan
Decide how many days you'll be in Nepal and how heavily you use data, then pick the plan that covers both. Not sure about your phone? See compatible phones.
- 2Install before you fly
Open My eSIMs, scan the QR code on Wi-Fi, and label the new line "Travel" so it's easy to find later.
- 3Connect on arrival
When you land in Nepal, turn the LinkPaLS line on, set it as your mobile data line and switch on data roaming for that line. See how to activate eSIM.
eSIM vs local SIM vs roaming in Nepal
| Feature | Best for most tripsLinkPaLS eSIM | Local SIM card | Home roaming |
|---|---|---|---|
| Set up | At home, before you fly | On arrival, at a shop or kiosk | Already on |
| ID needed | None | Usually a passport | None |
| Your home number | Stays on | Removed while the SIM is out | Stays on |
| Cost | Fixed, paid once | Low, but only after arrival | Often the most expensive |
| Best for | Most travelers | Long stays with a local number | Very short emergency use |
Roaming is the easy option and usually the priciest. A local SIM is cheap but costs you an hour on arrival. The eSIM sits in between: set up at home, priced like local data.
Reasons travelers pick an eSIM for Nepal
- Pay in Nepalese rupee without surprisesCard apps and banking alerts keep working, so you can watch every charge.
- No card to swapYour home SIM never leaves the tray, so you can't lose it on the road.
- Ready for Pokhara and Everest regionBook rides, check maps and translate menus anywhere the network reaches.
- Hotspot includedShare the connection with a tablet, laptop or whoever you're travelling with.
- No ID or KYCYou only need an email address.
Nepal eSIM questions
Still unsure? Email support@linkpals.store and a person replies.
Which eSIM is best for Nepal?
One that matches your days and leaves some data spare. A country plan is usually the better deal for Nepal alone; if the trip continues across borders, a regional plan is simpler.
Does the eSIM work in Pokhara and Everest region?
Yes. Your eSIM covers Nepal wherever partner networks reach, including Kathmandu, Pokhara and Everest region. Expect slower data or gaps in remote areas, as with any network.
Will my eSIM work when I land at Tribhuvan International?
Yes. If you install it before your flight, it connects once you land and switch off airplane mode. Turn the line on and allow data roaming for it.
Which networks does the Nepal eSIM use?
It connects to licensed local partner networks in Nepal.
Is an eSIM worth it for Nepal?
For most visitors, yes. It costs less than roaming, takes two minutes to install at home, and your own number keeps working for calls and codes.
Will WhatsApp keep working in Nepal?
Yes, with the same number and chat history. WhatsApp only needs a data connection, and the eSIM provides it.
Can I buy an eSIM for Nepal before I travel?
Yes, and we recommend it. Buy and install it at home on Wi-Fi, then turn it on when you land. Most plans start counting days from the first connection in Nepal.
How do I get around Nepal with my eSIM?
Most visitors use Pathao and InDrive. Live maps and booking apps run on your travel data, so you can share your location or check a route on the move.
