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Malawi eSIM
Data in Malawi from the moment you land, without roaming or a physical SIM. Pick your plan, pay in Egyptian pounds, and install the eSIM on your phone in two minutes.
🛡️ Buy with confidence: if you haven't installed the eSIM, you can cancel it within 30 days of purchase and get the full amount back in your Rafeeq wallet. (Excluding plans with a number and calls.)
Malawi eSIM plans available
Plans start from 380 EGP. Each plan's price in Egyptian pounds is shown in the shop, and you can use a discount code or your wallet balance.
- Fixed-data plans (6): 1 GB to 30 GB, valid for 7 days to 30 days
Going to Malawi and other countries too?
There are 51 regional plans covering Malawi along with other countries on one eSIM. You'll find them in the shop under “Multi-country plans”.
How to buy and activate a Malawi eSIM
- Choose a plan: to match your trip length and usage, or ask Rafeeq in the chat to choose for you.
- Pay in Egyptian pounds: you'll get the install code by email right away and find it in My eSIMs.
- Install the eSIM before you travel: scan the QR code or tap install, while you're still at home with internet.
- When you land: turn on the eSIM and data roaming on it, and you're online.
Malawi eSIM FAQ
Does an eSIM work in Malawi?
Yes. The plans on this page are made for Malawi and run on local networks there.
How much is a Malawi eSIM?
Plans start from 380 EGP, and the price depends on data amount and duration. You pay in Egyptian pounds, and the price you see in the shop is what you pay.
When should I activate the eSIM?
Buy and install the eSIM while you're still at home with internet (it takes two minutes). The plan starts when your phone connects to a network in Malawi.
Will I get a phone number in Malawi?
The plans for Malawi are data only. You can make WhatsApp and app calls over data, and your home number stays on your phone.
How do I know if my phone supports eSIM?
Dial *#06# on your phone: if a number called EID appears, it supports eSIM. Most iPhones from XS onward, Samsung Galaxy S20 and newer, and Google Pixel 3 and newer support it.
What if my plan runs out while I'm in Malawi?
You can top up the same eSIM or buy a new plan on the website at any time, and if you need help, chat with Rafeeq.
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