Compare the best eSIM plans for Bangladesh
Internet from the moment you land in Dhaka
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- Instant activation
- iPhone and Android compatible
- From €0.74 for 1 GB or more
- 3,200+ plans compared
€0.74
Cheapest plan, 1 GB or more
3,200+
Bangladesh plans
102+
Providers available
4G
Networks supported
Entry price measured on fixed-volume plans of 1 GB or more covering the country. Volumes below 1 GB and plans billed per day, whose price is not comparable, fall outside the calculation.
Best eSIM deals for Bangladesh
Stellar eSIM
1 GB
30 days
BD
€0.74
eSIM.dog
1 GB
1 day
BD
€0.82
Strongesim
1 GB
1 day
BD
€0.84
AbesteSIM
1 GB
1 day
BD
€1.09
Textr eSIM
1 GB
7 days
BD
€1.34
EscapeSIM
1 GB
14 days
BD
€1.41
eSIM for Bangladesh at a glance
From
€2.47
For 5 GB / 30 days
Plan duration
1 to 30+ days
Depending on the plan
Local networks
Grameenphone, Robi, Banglalink
4G coverage in cities
VPN useful?
Sometimes
Some services are restricted
Hotspot sharing
Available
On most plans
Compatibility
iPhone XS+ / Android 8.0+
Check your device
Internet in Bangladesh: everything you need to know
In Bangladesh, mobile data runs mainly on Grameenphone, Robi and Banglalink, with good 4G in Dhaka, Chittagong and the big cities. Buying a local SIM requires biometric registration (fingerprints) and a passport, a slow process for a foreigner. A travel eSIM connects you on landing, skipping the store.
- ●Good 4G in Dhaka, Chittagong, Sylhet, Khulna and Rajshahi. In Cox's Bazar (the world's longest beach) coverage is decent; in the Sundarbans (mangroves) and the Chittagong Hill Tracts it becomes patchy.
- ●Decent mobile speeds in cities, more variable in rural areas and the delta.
- ●Some services can be restricted at times: a VPN installed before you travel helps keep access to your usual tools.
- ●Handy for Google Maps, WhatsApp and Messenger (very widely used locally), ride-hailing (Pathao, Uber in Dhaka), Bengali translation and coordinating bus or train journeys.
Sources: Internet Society Pulse: Bangladesh, ITU DataHub: Bangladesh, GSMA Intelligence
Datadopt Observatory
Price per GB in Bangladesh: what our data shows
According to the Datadopt Observatory, the lowest price per GB recorded in Bangladesh comes down to 0.13 €/GB, across a sample of 1,376 fixed-volume offers retained for the measurement. That floor is reached on large data bundles : a 5 GB plan over 30 days costs noticeably more per GB. The real differentiator is still the depth of the offer : the more plans compete, the easier it is to find the duration and data volume that fit your trip.
Lowest price per GB recorded
0.13 €/GB
Offers in the price sample
1,376
Asia average
0.21 €/GB
World ranking
73 / 215
Bangladesh is 38% cheaper than the Asia regional average (0.21 €/GB).
Source: Datadopt eSIM Price Observatory, 170,286 plans analysed, measured 1 September 2026.
See the eSIM price Observatory by country →Which eSIM providers for Bangladesh?
Here are the 6 best-placed eSIM providers for Bangladesh, ranked by best price per GB. Prices are expressed per GB so plans of different sizes can be compared on the same basis.
| Provider | Price per GB | From | Max duration | Hotspot | 5G |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stellar eSIM | 0.47 €/GB | 0.74 € | 30 d | Yes | Yes |
| eSIM.dog | 0.58 €/GB | 0.82 € | 90 d | Yes | No |
| AbesteSIM | 0.61 €/GB | 1.09 € | 30 d | Yes | No |
| Strongesim | 0.68 €/GB | 0.84 € | 30 d | Yes | Yes |
 Spark Roam | 0.86 €/GB | 1.72 € | 15 d | Yes | No |
 4s | 0.92 €/GB | 1.61 € | 30 d | Yes | No |
Providers ranked by best price per GB, across plans of at least 1 GB. Source: Datadopt catalogue.
Compare all plans →Device compatibility
eSIM is built into every iPhone XS and later, as well as Samsung Galaxy S20+, Google Pixel 3a+ and most high-end Motorola, Oppo, Sony and Xiaomi models.
Not sure about your device? Check compatibility here.
How to install your eSIM for Bangladesh
- 1. Compare offers on https://www.datadopt.com/en/compare/bd
- 2. Browse our partners' eSIM offers and choose the data volume and duration that fit your trip.
- 3. Purchase the eSIM plan that best fits your needs on our partner's site.
- 4. Receive a QR code by email after purchase.
- 5. Before you leave or during your stay, add the eSIM to your smartphone (Note: a stable Wi-Fi connection may be required during this step.)
- 5.1. On iPhone: Settings > Mobile Data > Add Plan > Scan the QR code
- 5.2. On Android: Settings > Connections > SIM card manager > Add a mobile plan
- 6. Once you arrive, turn on the data of your eSIM and enjoy reliable internet in Bangladesh.
First eSIM? The full walkthrough, with iOS and Android screenshots, lives in our guide how to install an eSIM on your smartphone.
Frequently asked questions
Does the eSIM really work in Bangladesh?
Yes. Bangladesh travel eSIMs ride on Grameenphone, Robi or Banglalink, with good 4G in the cities. Check the partner network in each offer's detail on Datadopt.
Is an eSIM or a local SIM better?
For a tourist or business trip, the eSIM is far simpler: no biometric registration, no waiting in store, activation before you fly. A local SIM still makes sense for a very long stay where you need a Bangladeshi number.
Do I need a VPN in Bangladesh?
Sometimes. Some social networks and services can be restricted at times. Install a reputable VPN before you travel, installing it from inside Bangladesh can be hard if access is already limited.
Is there signal at Cox's Bazar and in the Sundarbans?
At Cox's Bazar, yes, 4G covers the town and beach. In the Sundarbans, however, signal drops fast deep in the mangroves: download your offline maps before the boat trip.
How much data for a trip to Bangladesh?
Plan 5–10 GB for one to two weeks with Maps, WhatsApp and some social media. Take more if you share the connection or make video calls home.
How much does an eSIM cost in Bangladesh, and is it cheap?
According to the Datadopt Observatory, the lowest price per GB recorded in Bangladesh comes down to 0.13 €/GB, across a sample of 1,376 fixed-volume offers retained for the measurement. That floor is reached on large data bundles : a 5 GB plan over 30 days costs noticeably more per GB. The real differentiator is still the depth of the offer : the more plans compete, the easier it is to find the duration and data volume that fit your trip. Bangladesh is 38% cheaper than the Asia regional average (0.21 €/GB). In our global ranking of well-covered eSIM markets, Bangladesh sits at position 73 of 215 by price per GB (1 = cheapest). Source: Datadopt eSIM Price Observatory, 170,286 plans analysed, measured 1 September 2026.
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