Compare the best eSIM plans for French Polynesia
Internet from the moment you land in Tahiti (Papeete)
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- Instant activation
- iPhone and Android compatible
- From €3.41 for 1 GB or more
- 700+ plans compared
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€3.41
Cheapest plan, 1 GB or more
700+
French Polynesia plans
54+
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 French Polynesia
eSIM.dog
1 GB
5 days
PF
€3.41
BreezeSIM
1 GB
7 days
PF
€3.98
Roamify
1 GB
5 days
PF
€3.99
Ubigi
5 GB
30 days
PF
€4.00
AbesteSIM
1 GB
1 day
PF
€4.42
JamboSim
1 GB
5 days
PF
€4.99
eSIM for French Polynesia at a glance
From
€4.00
For 5 GB / 30 days
Plan duration
1 to 30+ days
Depending on the plan
Local networks
Vini, Vodafone (Ora)
4G coverage on the main islands
VPN needed?
No
All services work fine
Hotspot sharing
Available
On most plans
Compatibility
iPhone XS+ / Android 8.0+
Check your device
Internet in French Polynesia: everything you need to know
In French Polynesia, mobile data runs on Vini and Vodafone (Ora), with 4G on the busiest islands: Tahiti, Moorea, Bora Bora, Raiatea, Huahine and part of the Tuamotus. The archipelago is vast and scattered across thousands of kilometres: coverage concentrates on the inhabited islands, and a travel eSIM connects you on landing in Papeete.
- ●Good 4G in Papeete and across Tahiti, decent on Moorea, Bora Bora, Raiatea and Huahine. On the Tuamotu atolls (Rangiroa, Fakarava) and in the Marquesas, coverage exists around the villages but stays more limited.
- ●Decent mobile speeds on the main islands; more variable on remote atolls.
- ●No blocked services: Google, WhatsApp, Instagram, YouTube and Netflix work normally.
- ●Handy for Google Maps, booking excursions and inter-island transfers (boat, plane), sharing lagoon photos and staying in touch with guesthouses.
Sources: ITU DataHub, ARCEP: overseas, GSMA Intelligence
Datadopt Observatory
Price per GB in French Polynesia: what our data shows
According to the Datadopt Observatory, the lowest price per GB recorded in French Polynesia comes down to 0.31 €/GB, across a sample of 382 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
0.31 €/GB
Offers in the price sample
382
Oceania average
0.25 €/GB
World ranking
139 / 215
French Polynesia is 24% more expensive than the Oceania regional average (0.25 €/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 French Polynesia?
Here are the 6 best-placed eSIM providers for French Polynesia, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ubigi | 0.45 €/GB | 4.00 € | 30 d | No | No |
| BreezeSIM | 0.84 €/GB | 3.98 € | 30 d | Yes | No |
 eSIMx | 1.23 €/GB | 7.80 € | 30 d | Yes | No |
| eSIM.dog | 1.80 €/GB | 3.41 € | 90 d | Yes | No |
 GlobalYo | 2.48 €/GB | 7.72 € | 180 d | Yes | No |
| JamboSim | 3.40 €/GB | 4.99 € | 60 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 French Polynesia
- 1. Compare offers on https://www.datadopt.com/en/compare/pf
- 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 French Polynesia.
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 French Polynesia?
Yes. French Polynesia travel eSIMs ride on Vini or Vodafone (Ora), with 4G on the main islands. Check the partner network in each offer's detail on Datadopt.
Does my mainland-France "France entière" plan work in Tahiti?
No, not without extra cost. Unlike the overseas departments, French Polynesia is not included in mainland plans: data there is billed as roaming, often very expensive. A travel eSIM avoids that bill.
Is there signal in Bora Bora and on the atolls?
In Bora Bora, Moorea and Raiatea, yes, on 4G around the inhabited areas. On the remote Tuamotu atolls and in the Marquesas, signal is limited to the villages: download your offline maps.
How much data for a trip to French Polynesia?
Plan 5–10 GB for two weeks: Maps, WhatsApp, bookings and photo sharing. A lot of the time is spent on the water or off-network, which keeps usage down.
Can I share my connection with another device?
Yes, hotspot sharing is available on most French Polynesia eSIM plans. Handy for connecting a tablet or a travel companion's laptop from the guesthouse.
How much does an eSIM cost in French Polynesia, and is it cheap?
According to the Datadopt Observatory, the lowest price per GB recorded in French Polynesia comes down to 0.31 €/GB, across a sample of 382 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. French Polynesia is 24% more expensive than the Oceania regional average (0.25 €/GB). In our global ranking of well-covered eSIM markets, French Polynesia sits at position 139 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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