Pakistan eSIM plans
Choose by days and data. Country plans cover Pakistan only; regional and global plans add the countries around it. You pay once in US dollars, with no contract.
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Getting online in Pakistan
The main gateway is Allama Iqbal International, Lahore (LHE). Scan your Pakistan eSIM QR code at home, then switch the line on when the plane lands, and you can message your hotel or driver straight away.
Getting around usually means Careem, Uber and InDrive. One plan covers Islamabad, Lahore and Hunza and the rest of Pakistan on partner networks.
You'll see Urdu and English on most signs, so a camera-translate app is worth having on mobile data. Prices are in Pakistani rupee, and your bank's one-time codes still arrive on your home SIM.
Local tips for Pakistan
- Local SIMs need biometric registration. The Karakoram Highway has long gaps in coverage.
Which networks you'll use in Pakistan
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Best eSIM for Pakistan: which plan to pick
Start with your days, then your habits. A light user who sticks to maps and chat needs around 0.5 GB a day; anyone posting video, taking calls or sharing a hotspot should plan on 1.5 GB or more.
- Light0.5 GB/day
- Regular1 GB/day
- Heavy1.5 GB+/day
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Set up your Pakistan eSIM in minutes
Set up your eSIM for Pakistan in three steps
- 1Choose your plan
Match the plan to your stay in Pakistan, then confirm your phone is on the compatible phones list and unlocked.
- 2Install before you fly
Do this the day before you leave: scan the QR code from your account while on Wi-Fi, then leave the new line turned off for the flight.
- 3Connect on arrival
When you land in Pakistan, 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.
Comparing your data options in Pakistan
| 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 Pakistan
- No roaming billPrepaid data at a fixed price, paid once.
- No paperworkNo passport scan or registration form, just an email address.
- Online at the airportNo SIM kiosk, no queue, no swapping cards when you arrive in Islamabad.
- Same number, new dataYour home SIM keeps taking calls and bank codes while the eSIM handles the internet.
- Keep your physical SIM safeIt stays in the phone, so there's no tiny card to lose in a hotel room.
Pakistan eSIM questions
Still unsure? Email support@linkpals.store and a person replies.
Which eSIM is best for Pakistan?
The best eSIM for Pakistan covers your whole trip with enough data. For Pakistan alone, pick a country plan; for several countries, a regional or global plan saves switching. Compare the current plans at the top of this page.
Does the eSIM work in Lahore and Hunza?
Yes. Your Pakistan eSIM covers Pakistan wherever partner networks reach, including Islamabad, Lahore and Hunza. Remote areas may drop to slower speeds or lose signal.
Will my eSIM work when I land at Allama Iqbal 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.
Is an eSIM worth it for Pakistan?
Yes, if your phone supports eSIM. You land with working data, skip the airport SIM counter, avoid roaming charges and keep your home number active.
Which networks does the eSIM use?
It connects to licensed local partner networks in Pakistan.
Can I buy an eSIM for Pakistan before I travel?
Yes. Install it a few days ahead on home Wi-Fi and leave the line off. The validity period usually starts when the eSIM first connects in Pakistan, not when you buy it.
Will WhatsApp keep working in Pakistan?
Yes. WhatsApp stays linked to your home number on your physical SIM and uses your LinkPaLS data to send and receive.
What are the downsides of an eSIM?
Your phone must support eSIM and be carrier-unlocked, most QR codes install only once, and LinkPaLS plans are data-only, so you call through apps like WhatsApp or FaceTime.
