Compare the best eSIM plans for Suriname
Internet from the moment you land in Paramaribo
- Instant activation
- iPhone and Android compatible
- From 12,40€
- 900+ plans compared
12,40€
Cheapest plan
900+
Suriname plans
66+
Providers available
4G
Networks supported
Best eSIM deals for Suriname
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Manet Travel
1 GB
7 days
SR
12,40€
eSIM.dog
1 GB
1 day
SR
2,96€
Stellar eSIM
1 GB
7 days
SR
2,93€
Roamify
1 GB
5 days
SR
3,99€
Ozly eSIM
1 GB
7 days
SR
4,03€
Tourist eSIM
1 GB
5 days
SR
4,21€
eSIM for Suriname at a glance
From
€5.20
For 5 GB / 30 days
Plan duration
1 to 30+ days
Depending on the plan
Local networks
Telesur, Digicel
Coverage on the coastal belt
Amazon interior
Weak or no signal
Maroon villages, rivers
Hotspot sharing
Available
On most plans
Compatibility
iPhone XS+ / Android 8.0+
Check your device
Internet in Suriname: everything you need to know
Suriname has roughly 65–70% internet penetration, with mobile coverage concentrated on the coastal belt, home to nearly 90% of the population (source: ITU DataHub). Two carriers share the market: Telesur (state-owned) and Digicel. 4G covers Paramaribo and the coast, but the Amazon interior (Maroon and Indigenous villages, upper rivers) stays very lightly covered or not at all. Dutch is the official language, with Sranan Tongo as the lingua franca.
- ●Decent 4G in Paramaribo (UNESCO-listed colonial centre), Commewijne, Nieuw Nickerie, Lelydorp and along the coastal road. Weak to none in Brownsberg Nature Park, the Central Suriname Nature Reserve, at Galibi (turtles) and above all on the Upper Suriname (Maroon villages of Danpaati, Awarradam, Palumeu: NO signal, only some lodges have limited satellite Wi-Fi).
- ●Plan everything offline before an interior trip: download Google Maps and Maps.me, tell people back home, and expect no network on the long dugout-canoe journeys. The coastal belt, on the other hand, stays well connected.
- ●Great for WhatsApp (universal), Mopé (local mobile wallet), Google Maps. Historical ties with the Netherlands mean many visitors are Dutch-speaking: the eSIM avoids non-EU roaming, which is very expensive from the Netherlands as from France.
Sources: Internet Society Pulse: Suriname, ITU DataHub: Suriname, Ookla Speedtest Global Index, TAS (telecom regulator)
eSIM pricing in Suriname: what our data shows
According to the Datadopt Observatory, the best price per GB actually available in Suriname is 0.42 €/GB, across 349 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
0.42 €/GB
Plans compared
349
Americas average
0.46 €/GB
World ranking
158 / 215
Suriname is 9% cheaper than the Americas regional average (0.46 €/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 Suriname?
Here are the 6 best-placed eSIM providers for Suriname, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| eSIM.dog | 2.14 €/GB | 2.96 € | 60 d | Yes | — |
| Stellar eSIM | 2.56 €/GB | 2.93 € | 30 d | Yes | — |
| Tourist eSIM | 2.97 €/GB | 4.21 € | 60 d | Yes | — |
 Firsty | 3.00 €/GB | 4.50 € | 365 d | Yes | Yes |
 BreezeSIM | 3.39 €/GB | 4.42 € | 30 d | Yes | — |
 GlobalYo | 3.40 €/GB | 6.30 € | 15 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 Suriname
- 1. Compare offers on https://www.datadopt.com/en/compare/sr
- 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 Suriname.
Frequently asked questions
Does the eSIM work in Suriname?
Yes on the coastal belt. International eSIMs connect to Telesur or Digicel on landing at Paramaribo (PBM). The Amazon interior stays very lightly covered whatever the carrier.
Is there signal in the interior and on the Upper Suriname?
Very little or none. The Upper Suriname Maroon villages (Danpaati, Awarradam, Palumeu) and the reserves generally have no signal; only some lodges have limited satellite Wi-Fi. Prepare everything offline.
Do I need an eSIM coming from the Netherlands or France?
Yes. Suriname is not in EU inclusive roaming and out-of-plan data is very expensive, including from the Netherlands. A travel eSIM is far cheaper and activates before departure.
How much data for a trip to Suriname?
For one to two weeks across Paramaribo, Commewijne and the coast, plan 3–8 GB: WhatsApp, offline Google Maps, bookings and cloud photos. Usage drops during interior trips, where there is no network.
Can I share the connection with other devices?
Most Suriname eSIM plans allow hotspot: the field is shown on each offer detail page.
How much does an eSIM cost in Suriname, and is it cheap?
According to the Datadopt Observatory, the best price per GB actually available in Suriname is 0.42 €/GB, across 349 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. Suriname is 9% cheaper than the Americas regional average (0.46 €/GB). In our global ranking of well-covered eSIM markets, Suriname sits at position 158 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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