A New Zealand eSIM is a virtual SIM card that connects you instantly to New Zealand mobile networks (Spark, Vodafone NZ, 2degrees) without a physical card. Plans start at $5.50 for 1 GB, up to $47 for unlimited.
Do you really need an eSIM? New Zealand is not in the European Union: no free EU roaming. International roaming charges are very high ($5-10/MB). An eSIM is therefore essential to avoid astronomical bills.
Personalised selection with promo codes & direct links, then reminders before you leave
876 plans found · Last update:
| # | Plan | Data | Duration | Price/GB | Promo code | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1 |  30 days - 10GB5G Saily | 10.00GB | 30 days | $2.45 | -10% | $24.52$27.24 |
2 |  New Zealand GoMoWorld | 20.00GB | 30 days | $0.98 | -10% | $19.61$21.79 |
3 |  New Zealand – 7 jours GigSky2degrees | 1.00GB | 7 days | $4.62 | -15% | $4.62$5.44 |
4 |  New Zealand Yesim | Unlimited | 15 days | ∞ | -15% | $30.57$35.97 |
5 |  7 jours - Data illimitée Holafly | Unlimited | 7 days | ∞ | -5% | $27.85$29.32 |
6 |  New Zealand 7 days 5 GB Voyeglobal | 5.00GB | 7 days | $1.40 | -20% | $6.98$8.72 |
7 |  New Zealand 3 GB for 7 days5G LinkeSIMSpark | 3.00GB | 7 days | $1.50 | - | $4.50 |
8 | New Zealand – 7 jours GigSky2degrees | 0.10GB | 7 days | $0.00 | -15% | $0.00 |
9 | Global Package Yesim | 80.00GB | 365 days | $1.26 | -15% | $100.99$118.81 |
10 |  New Zealand 50GB 180 Days5G AdventureSIMsVodafone | 50.00GB | 180 days | $0.74 | -10% | $36.86$40.95 |
11 | Global Package Yesim | 40.00GB | 365 days | $1.60 | -15% | $63.93$75.21 |
12 |  Oceania 100GB - 180 Days5G Maya Mobile | 100.00GB | 180 days | $0.87 | - | $87.39 |
13 | New Zealand 100GB - 180 Days5G Maya Mobile | 100.00GB | 180 days | $0.87 | - | $87.39 |
14 |  New Zealand 50GB 180Days Esimflare | 50.00GB | 180 days | $0.83 | -10% | $41.44$46.04 |
15 |  New Zealand RedteaGO | 50.00GB | 180 days | $0.91 | -5% | $45.60$48.00 |
New Zealand is not a member of the European Union. No free roaming applies. French carriers typically charge $5-10 per MB in New Zealand, which can quickly generate bills of several hundred euros for just a few days of travel.
New Zealand has good 4G coverage in populated areas, but limited in remote areas, thanks to three major carriers:
| Carrier | Coverage | 5G | Used by |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spark | Excellent (urban areas) | Yes | Airalo, Ubigi |
| Vodafone NZ | Good (urban areas) | Yes | GoMoWorld, Holafly |
| 2degrees | Fair (urban areas) | Yes | Saily |
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For all travelers to New Zealand, an eSIM is essential: no free EU roaming, prohibitive roaming charges ($5-10/MB).
Our recommendation: Airalo 10 GB at $13.50 with code ESIMP15 offers the best value on the Spark network (New Zealand leader).
For heavy users: Holafly unlimited eliminates any overage stress.
Important: Coverage is excellent in urban areas (Auckland, Wellington, Queenstown) but limited in remote areas (Fiordland). Plan for offline maps for mountain roads.
Developer and digital nomad, I lived between Canada and the United States before continuing to explore the world. After struggling with internet connectivity abroad one too many times, I created eSIM Planet to compare plans clearly and honestly. Every article is carefully written and reviewed to save you time and money.
