Compare the best eSIM plans for Bangladesh
Internet from the moment you land in Dhaka
- Instant activation
- iPhone and Android compatible
- From $0.95
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$0.95
Cheapest plan
2200+
Bangladesh plans
80+
Providers available
4G
Networks supported
Best eSIM deals for Bangladesh
See all offers โeSIM for Bangladesh at a glance
Average price
12 โฌ
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+
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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.
- โGood 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.
- โDecent mobile speeds in cities, more variable in rural areas and the delta.
- โSome services can be restricted at times: a VPN installed before you travel helps keep access to your usual tools.
- โHandy 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
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.
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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.
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 5โ10 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.
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