eSIM Australia - From $3.78
There are 23 Australia eSIM plans. The cheapest is 1 GB for 7 days at $3.78. The Australia eSIM uses the Optus and Vodafone networks.
The Australia eSIM gives you prepaid mobile data with instant delivery, without swapping your SIM card.
Optus and Vodafone
Unlimited data — use freely without worrying about running low
Each plan shows when its validity starts
Data Only Plans
Best for travelers who only need mobile data for maps, apps, and messaging.
1 GB
7 Days Validity
1 GB - 7 days$3.78
2 GB
15 Days Validity
2 GB - 15 days$5.20
3 GB
30 Days Validity
3 GB - 30 days$6.40
5 GB
30 Days Validity
5 GB - 30 days$8.80
4 GB
30 Days Validity
Australia 4GB 30Days$9.62
Unlimited
3 Days Validity
Unlimited - 3 days$9.66
10 GB
30 Days Validity
10 GB - 30 days$14.40
7 GB
30 Days Validity
Australia 7GB 30Days$14.61
Unlimited
5 Days Validity
Unlimited - 5 days$15.54
Unlimited
7 Days Validity
Unlimited - 7 days$22.26
12 GB
30 Days Validity
Australia 12GB 30Days$22.89
20 GB
30 Days Validity
20 GB - 30 days$24.00
Unlimited
10 Days Validity
Unlimited - 10 days$25.60
23 GB
30 Days Validity
Australia 23GB 30Days$35.31
Unlimited
15 Days Validity
Unlimited - 15 days$36.00
35 GB
30 Days Validity
Australia 35GB 30Days$45.20
Unlimited
30 Days Validity
Unlimited - 30 days$53.20
Data + Voice Plans
Better for travelers who want mobile data plus traditional voice service.
10 GB
30 Days Validity
Australia 10GB Data with calls 30Days - eSIM$26.39
20 GB
30 Days Validity
Australia 20GB Data with calls 30Days - eSIM$36.65
35 GB
30 Days Validity
Australia 35GB Data with calls 30Days - eSIM$46.61
45 GB
30 Days Validity
Australia 45GB Data with calls 30Days - eSIM$54.00
65 GB
30 Days Validity
Australia 65GB Data with calls 30Days - eSIM$63.50
100 GB
30 Days Validity
Australia 100GB Data with calls 30Days - eSIM$81.99
How It Works? Get Online in 3 Easy Steps
- 1
Choose Your Plan:
Select a plan that fits your trip. Choose from Local, Regional, or Global options. Pick how much data you need and the duration of your plan.
- 2
Get Your eSIM Instantly:
After checkout, you’ll immediately receive a QR code and simple installation instructions via email. Just scan the code on your eSIM-compatible phone to install your Bitcall eSIM. No physical SIM card required.
- 3
Activate & Go:
Once you land at your destination, your eSIM activates automatically. You’ll be online within seconds. Use your data for navigating, streaming, emailing, or staying connected with friends. Your physical SIM stays active for calls and SMS.
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Australia eSIM vs roaming vs local SIM
The options compared. The Bitcall column comes from the Australia eSIM plans on this page.
| Bitcall eSIM | Roaming with your carrier | Local SIM card | |
|---|---|---|---|
Price | From $3.78 · best value $0.82/GB | Your carrier's roaming rates | Local prices |
Data | 1 GB to 100 GB, or unlimited | Your carrier's roaming passes | Local data packs |
Validity | 3 to 30 days | Depends on your carrier | Depends on the plan |
Calls | Included in 6 plans | At roaming rates | At local rates |
Phone number | A local number in 6 plans | Your own number | A new local number |
Hotspot | Yes | Depends on your carrier | Depends on the plan |
5G | Where the network has it | Depends on your carrier | Depends on the plan |
Networks | Optus and Vodafone | Your carrier's partner network | One local network |
Setup | Instant QR code by email – install before you travel | Nothing to install | Buy in a shop after you arrive |
Payment | Crypto (BTC, ETH, USDT, USDC, SOL), card or PayPal | On your phone bill | At the shop |
Australia eSIM: frequently asked questions
Networks, prices and activation for the Australia eSIM, taken from the plans on this page.
The Australia eSIM uses the Optus and Vodafone networks. Each plan's details list the networks it uses.
There are 23 Australia eSIM plans. The cheapest is 1 GB for 7 days at $3.78. Data sizes: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 10, 12, 20, 23, 35, 45, 65, and 100 GB. Validity: 3, 5, 7, 10, 15, or 30 days. Unlimited data is available for 3, 5, 7, 10, 15, and 30 days, from $9.66. Each plan is a one-time payment with no subscription: card, PayPal, Apple Pay, Google Pay or crypto (BTC, ETH, USDT, USDC, SOL).
Per GB, the best value is 100 GB for 30 days at $81.99, which is $0.82 per GB. Cheapest by trip length: 3 days from $9.66 (unlimited), 5 days from $15.54 (unlimited), 7 days from $3.78 (1 GB), 10 days from $25.60 (unlimited), 15 days from $5.20 (2 GB), and 30 days from $6.40 (3 GB).
Yes. 5G is included in all 23 plans. You get it where the network has 5G coverage and your phone supports it.
Activation is instant: you get the QR code by email and in your Bitcall dashboard right after purchase. Scan it on Wi-Fi before you travel, then turn the eSIM on when you arrive. On 17 plans, validity starts when the eSIM first connects to a network at your destination. On 6 plans, validity starts on the day of purchase. Each plan's details show when its validity starts. If you buy well before your trip, choose a plan whose validity starts at the first network connection.
Yes. Hotspot (tethering) is included in all 23 plans, and data used by connected devices counts toward your plan.
Yes. On a dual-SIM phone your own SIM stays active next to the eSIM, at your carrier's roaming rates. A phone number is included in 6 of the 23 plans. To call Australia numbers from anywhere, see Australia calling rates and country code.
Calling minutes are included in 6 of the 23 plans. Texts (SMS) are included in 6 of the 23 plans. WhatsApp, FaceTime and other calling apps work over any plan's data.
Add a top-up in your Bitcall dashboard when your plan offers one, or buy another Australia eSIM plan.
Any eSIM-capable, carrier-unlocked phone works, including iPhone XS or later, Galaxy S20 or later and Pixel 3 or later. The compatibility check on this page confirms yours.
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