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Tonga eSIM

Stay online in Tonga with a Globbi travel eSIM. Choose from 20 data plans, from 1 GB up to unlimited data, on 4G LTE networks. Your QR code arrives instantly, you keep your home SIM for calls and texts, and there are no roaming fees.

Popular Tonga eSIM plans

DataValidityPrice
1 GB3 days$19.29
3 GB30 days$55.69
5 GB30 days$89.29
10 GB30 days$165.19
Unlimited (1 GB/day at full speed)10 days$210.49
Unlimited (2 GB/day at full speed)10 days$420.69

See all 20 plans

Why get a Tonga eSIM from Globbi?

4G LTE in Tonga

Fast data on Tonga's local networks, from the moment you land.

Instant QR code

Delivered the second you pay, with one-tap install on iPhone.

Hotspot on every plan

Share your data with your laptop or travel buddies.

Keep your number

Data only. Your home SIM stays on for calls and texts.

20 plans from $19.29 to $420.69 · Tonga on 4G LTE · top up anytime

Staying online in Tonga

Swimming with humpback whales and quiet island life: a Tonga eSIM keeps you connected on Tongatapu and Vava’u.

Mobile coverage

Nuku’alofa and main islands have coverage. Outer islands and at sea, signal is limited.

Main networks:DigicelU-Call

Your Globbi eSIM connects to a partner network in Tonga. Coverage depends on location, like any mobile network.

Good to know in Tonga

  • Whale swimming season runs roughly July to October. Book early.
  • Sunday is a day of rest, with most businesses closed.
  • Download offline maps before island hopping.

How to get online in Tonga

1. Pick a plan

Choose your data and how long you need it. Checkout takes a minute.

2. Install on Wi-Fi

Scan the QR code before you fly. Here's our step-by-step install guide.

3. Land and connect

Turn on data roaming for the eSIM when you arrive, and you're online.

Tonga eSIM FAQs

How much does a Tonga eSIM cost?

Globbi Tonga eSIM plans start from $19.29. Prices depend on how much data you need and for how long. There are 20 plans to choose from, and no hidden fees or roaming charges.

When does my Tonga eSIM plan start?

Your plan starts when the eSIM first connects to a supported network in Tonga, so you can install it before you travel.

Can I use hotspot with the Tonga eSIM?

Yes. Hotspot/tethering is allowed on all Tonga plans, so you can share data with your laptop or travel companions.

Is the unlimited Tonga eSIM really unlimited?

Yes, there's no data cap. Each unlimited plan includes a daily amount of full-speed data (for example 1 GB or 2 GB a day). After that, speeds are reduced until the next day.

Do I get a phone number with the Tonga eSIM?

No. Globbi eSIMs are data-only. Keep your regular SIM on for calls and texts, or use WhatsApp, iMessage and FaceTime over data.

Will my phone work with a Tonga eSIM?

Most unlocked phones from 2019 onwards support eSIM, including iPhone XR and newer, Samsung Galaxy S20 and newer, and Google Pixel 3 and newer. Dial *#06#: if you see an EID, your phone supports eSIM.

Does a Tonga eSIM work in Vava’u?

Yes, in Neiafu and nearby.

Will it work on whale-watching boats?

Near shore, sometimes. Out at sea, no.