France eSIM Plans

A France eSIM gets you online the moment you land: no physical SIM card, no shop queues and no roaming bill – just mobile data across France on the phone you already use. Below you will find current France eSIM plans, coverage details and tips for choosing the right data package.

Why use an eSIM in France?

• No roaming bill: a prepaid plan caps your spend up front, so there are no surprise charges.
• Instant delivery: your QR code arrives by email right after checkout and setup takes a few minutes.
• Keep your number: your home line stays on the phone, so WhatsApp and SMS verification codes keep working.
• 4G/5G data: plans run on local mobile networks in France.

Which France eSIM plan should I choose?

There are currently 47 active plans for France, ranging from 100 MB to 50 GB of data and valid for up to 180 days. Prices start at $0.51. Match the plan to the length of your stay and how much you use your phone:

• Short city break (1–5 days): 1–3 GB usually covers maps, messaging and social media.
• One-week holiday: 5–10 GB leaves room for photo uploads and video calls.
• Long stay or business trip: 15 GB+ plans or long-validity options give the best value.

France eSIM coverage and networks

Plans use local operators' 4G/5G networks across France; speed and coverage depend on your location, device and network load. Verified operators: Bouygues, Free Mobile, Orange, SFR. Visiting several countries? See the Europe regional eSIM plans that also cover France. For one line that works almost everywhere, there are also global eSIM plans.

How to set up your France eSIM in 3 steps

1. Check that your phone supports eSIM on our compatible devices list.
2. Choose your plan and pay; the QR code is emailed to you instantly.
3. Scan the QR code before you travel and switch mobile data to the eSIM line when you arrive in France.

France city guides

eSIM tips for the city you are visiting: Paris eSIM, Nice eSIM, Lyon eSIM, Marseille eSIM, Bordeaux eSIM, Cannes eSIM.

France eSIM FAQ