Compare the best eSIM plans for Myanmar
A prepaid connection before you land in Yangon
- Activate before departure
- iPhone and Android compatible
- From $1.95
- 300+ plans compared
$1.95
Cheapest plan
300+
Myanmar plans
25+
Providers available
4G/LTE
Networks supported
Best eSIM deals for Myanmar
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Monty eSIM
1 GB
7 days
MM
1,73€
eSIMFOX
1 GB
7 days
MM
2,99€
ByteSIM
1 GB
1 day
MM
3,46€
NumeroeSIM
1 GB
7 days
MM
3,50€
Airalo
1 GB
3 days
MM
3,54€
Manet Travel
3 GB
30 days
MM
34,00€
eSIM for Myanmar at a glance
From
€5.20
For 5 GB / 30 days
Plan duration
1 to 30+ days
Depending on the plan
Local networks
MPT, Ooredoo, Atom, Mytel
Roaming on the major carriers
Network
4G/LTE
Best in Yangon and Mandalay
Restricted access
Platforms blocked
VPNs are restricted by local law
Compatibility
iPhone XS+ / Android 8.0+
Check your device
Internet in Myanmar: everything you need to know
Myanmar's mobile coverage is concentrated in cities: the carriers (MPT, Ooredoo, Atom, Mytel) offer decent 4G in Yangon and Mandalay, patchier elsewhere. Since the February 2021 coup, the country has faced severe instability, frequent internet restrictions and regional shutdowns. The economy runs largely on cash and US dollars, and buying a local SIM on site can be hard for a visitor. A prepaid eSIM, bought and activated before departure, avoids that friction.
- ●Serviceable 4G in Yangon (Shwedagon Pagoda) and Mandalay; weaker in Bagan, on Inle Lake and in Shan State. Many border and rural areas stay poorly served or under local restrictions.
- ●An honesty note: an eSIM roams on Myanmar networks and remains subject to the same national filtering. Facebook and various services have been restricted since 2021, and regional internet shutdowns are ordered by the authorities. An eSIM does not bypass censorship; some travelers use a VPN, but local law restricts such tools, so check the current rules yourself.
- ●Note that no eSIM restores a network cut: during a regional or national shutdown, the connection is unavailable for everyone. Carry offline maps and keep cash (crisp US dollars and kyats). Burmese dominates and English is limited outside tourist sites, so reliable data for translation helps a lot.
Sources: Internet Society Pulse: Myanmar, ITU DataHub: Myanmar, Ookla Speedtest Global Index, Freedom on the Net (Freedom House)
eSIM pricing in Myanmar: what our data shows
According to the Datadopt Observatory, the best price per GB actually available in Myanmar is 0.19 €/GB, across 265 plans compared. The real differentiator is not the headline rate but the depth of the offer: the more plans compete, the easier it is to find the duration and data volume that fit your trip.
Best price per GB
0.19 €/GB
Plans compared
265
Asia average
0.21 €/GB
World ranking
97 / 215
Myanmar is 10% 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 Myanmar?
Here are the 6 best-placed eSIM providers for Myanmar, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ByteSIM | 0.19 €/GB | 3.46 € | 30 d | Yes | Yes |
| Monty eSIM | 0.97 €/GB | 1.73 € | 30 d | Yes | — |
 eTravelSim | 1.20 €/GB | 23.92 € | 30 d | Yes | — |
 GIGAGO | 1.37 €/GB | 6.65 € | 30 d | Yes | — |
| Airalo | 1.68 €/GB | 3.54 € | 30 d | Yes | — |
 GlobalYo | 1.77 €/GB | 6.10 € | 365 d | Yes | — |
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 Myanmar
- 1. Compare offers on https://www.datadopt.com/en/compare/mm
- 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 Myanmar.
Frequently asked questions
Why an eSIM rather than a local SIM in Myanmar?
Because the economy runs largely on cash and US dollars, and buying a local SIM on site is uncertain for a visitor. A travel eSIM is bought and activated with your usual card before departure, with no local paperwork.
Does an eSIM let me reach blocked sites in Myanmar?
No. The eSIM roams on Myanmar networks and faces the same filtering: Facebook and various services have been restricted since 2021. An eSIM provides data, not a way around censorship. Some travelers use a VPN, but local law restricts it: check the current rules.
Does the eSIM work well in Myanmar?
Yes for data coverage in cities: international eSIMs roam on MPT, Ooredoo, Atom or Mytel, with decent 4G in Yangon and Mandalay. Coverage weakens in Bagan, on Inle Lake and in rural areas; regional shutdowns can occur.
How much data for a trip to Myanmar?
For ten days across Yangon, Bagan and Inle Lake, 5–10 GB covers offline maps, translation and messaging. Add margin, as the connection can be irregular by region.
Can I share the connection with other devices?
Most Myanmar eSIM plans allow hotspot: the field is shown on each offer detail page.
How much does an eSIM cost in Myanmar, and is it cheap?
According to the Datadopt Observatory, the best price per GB actually available in Myanmar is 0.19 €/GB, across 265 plans compared. The real differentiator is not the headline rate but the depth of the offer: the more plans compete, the easier it is to find the duration and data volume that fit your trip. Myanmar is 10% cheaper than the Asia regional average (0.21 €/GB). In our global ranking of well-covered eSIM markets, Myanmar sits at position 97 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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