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France eSIM

  • Orange France 5G

Full speed

Fixed GB · no throttle

France · 50.0GB

$30.93$28.12

From the road

What travellers say about France

4.8 from 12,000+ travellers

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    “Installed on airport Wi-Fi before passport control. Maps were up before I left the terminal in France.”

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    “Kept my home number for bank codes. The France eSIM handled data — setup took about a minute.”

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    “Stable on the local networks listed on the plan. Would use it again next time I fly into France.”

  • Refund policy

    Full refund within 30 days if unused — and if it does not work at your destination.

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  • Activation window

    Validity starts on first use. Install over Wi-Fi before you fly.

    How installation works

  • Secure checkout

    Cards, Apple Pay, Google Pay, PayPal — encrypted by Stripe.

  • Customer support

    Reach us before or during your trip if you need help connecting.

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How eSIM works in France

Install over Wi-Fi before departure. Switch the data line on when you land. Validity starts on first use.

  1. 01

    Buy a plan

    Pick a destination, data allowance and validity period for France.

  2. 02

    Install your eSIM

    Scan the QR from the email — on Wi-Fi, before you fly. No physical SIM.

  3. 03

    Land and connect

    Data activates on first connection in France. Keep your home number.

Size it to your trip

Pick the profile closest to your France trip. The estimate assumes normal use — maps, messaging, photos, a short call home.

In total, a 50 GB data allowance covers roughly 16,750 shared photos, 832 hours of social media and browsing, 148 hours of video calls, 625 hours of music streaming, or about 10,000 hours of maps and navigation. Messaging apps barely use data.

France eSIM prices at a glance

Every Plota plan for France, sorted by price. All plans include 5G where available, hotspot sharing, and instant QR delivery.

1GB 7Days
1.0GB · 7 days
$1.51$1.37
1GB/Day
Unlimited Pro Plan 1 GB/Day · 1 day
$2.15$1.95
1GB/Day
Unlimited Pro Plan 1 GB/Day · 1 day
$2.64$2.40
3GB 15Days
3.0GB · 15 days
$3.65$3.32
3GB 30Days
3.0GB · 30 days
$3.86$3.51
2GB/Day
Unlimited Silver Plan 2 GB/Day · 1 day
$3.96$3.60
2GB/Day
Unlimited Silver Plan 2 GB/Day · 1 day
$5.28$4.80
5GB 30Days
5.0GB · 30 days
$5.80$5.27
3GB/Day
Unlimited Gold Plan 3 GB/Day · 1 day
$5.91$5.37
5GB/Day
Unlimited Platinum Plan 5 GB/Day · 1 day
$7.59$6.90
3GB/Day
Unlimited Gold Plan 3 GB/Day · 1 day
$8.51$7.74
10GB 30Days
10.0GB · 30 days
$10.09$9.17
10GB/Day
Unlimited Diamond Plan 10 GB/Day · 1 day
$16.50$15.00
20GB 30Days
20.0GB · 30 days
$17.59$15.99
50GB 30Days
50.0GB · 30 days
$25.27$22.97
50GB 180Days
50.0GB · 180 days
$30.93$28.12

France eSIM coverage & networks

Plota eSIM plans for France use reliable European mobile networks for 4G LTE and 5G where available. Coverage is built for travelers moving between Paris and the rest of France. Enjoy stable connectivity for maps, messaging, and streaming without expensive roaming.

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France eSIM — questions, answered

An eSIM is a digital SIM in your phone. Buy a France plan on Plota, scan the QR we email you, and a data line installs next to your home SIM. Use Plota for data in France while your regular number stays for calls, texts, WhatsApp, and iMessage.

France eSIM guide — plans, setup & tips

Paris metros, Provence roads, and Alpine transfers — France is essential for European itineraries. A France eSIM keeps Citymapper and SNCF tickets online.

Planning a trip to France? A travel eSIM is the fastest way to get mobile data abroad. Unlike traditional roaming from your home carrier, a Plota eSIM gives you a local data connection at a fraction of the cost — with no physical SIM card to buy at the airport.

With Plota, you choose a prepaid data package for France, receive a QR code instantly, and install the eSIM on your phone in under two minutes. Keep your existing number on your physical SIM for calls and SMS while the eSIM handles data — ideal for tourists, business travelers, and digital nomads.

We currently offer 16 eSIM plans for France starting at $1.37. Packages vary by data allowance and validity — from short city breaks to extended stays. All plans include instant digital delivery and transparent pricing with no hidden fees.

Plota is a trusted Holafly, Airalo, and Saily alternative for travelers who want affordable, reliable data in France. Compare plans above, pick the package that fits your trip, and connect within minutes of landing.

Whether you're exploring Paris or heading further afield, a Plota eSIM keeps you connected throughout France on european networks.

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