Best eSIM for Singapore โ Instant Data Plans
Singapore eSIMs from LTE.app start at $1.20 and activate in under 2 minutes on Singtel and StarHub (also M1) โ no contract, no airport SIM kiosk, no roaming bill.
Singapore punches above its weight for mobile connectivity โ it's one of the fastest-connected cities in the world, and an eSIM is by far the easiest way to get online here.
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Singapore travel essentials
Quick reference travellers ask us about most. Pair it with your eSIM and youโre ready to land.
Singapore is a city-state in Southeast Asia. Modern Singapore was founded as a British trading colony in 1819, and since independence, it has become one of the world's most prosperous countries and boasts one of the world's busiest ports. Singaporean food is legendary, with bustling hawker centres and 24-hour coffee shops offering affordable food from all parts of Asia. Combining the skyscrapers and shopping malls of an affluent modern city with a medley of different Asian cultures and a tropical climate, good shopping and a vibrant nightlife scene, this Garden City makes a great stopover or springboard into the region.
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Your calls stay on your home number.
Your data runs on LTE.app.
Most modern iPhones and Android phones support two connections at once. Keep your existing SIM active โ your number never changes, your apps keep working. Just add a Singapore data plan on top.
- โ Calls and texts work normally
- โ WhatsApp, iMessage unchanged
- โ Bank 2FA still arrives
- โ Nothing to cancel or port
- โ Full 4G / 5G speeds
- โ Hotspot included
- โ Activates the moment you land
- โ From $1.20 โ not $10โ15/day
- โ ~$10โ15 per day, every day
- โ Throttled after 512 MB
- โ No hotspot on most plans
- โ Bill shock when you get home
Available Plans (20)
Why LTE.app
Top cities in Singapore
Same eSIM, full coverage. Tap a city for local connectivity tips, neighbourhoods, and transit notes.
Major airports in Singapore
Activate before you board. Each airport guide covers Wi-Fi, ground transport, and arrival tips.
Best eSIM for Singapore โ what you need to know
LTE.app offers 20 eSIM plans for Singapore, starting from $1.20. Plans are instant โ purchase, scan the QR code in Settings, and your data is live. No physical SIM, no airport queue, no contract.
Coverage is provided through Singtel and StarHub and M1, giving you data across Singapore and beyond. Singapore has island-wide 5G from all three carriers โ one of the world's best-connected city-states.
Why use an eSIM in Singapore?
Singapore eSIM coverage & networks
LTE.app plans in Singapore route through Singtel, StarHub, M1. Singapore has island-wide 5G from all three carriers โ one of the world's best-connected city-states.
Major destinations covered include Singapore. Urban areas and popular tourist sites generally have reliable 4G LTE; rural and mountainous areas may vary.
More questions about Singapore eSIMs
Does the eSIM work as a hotspot in Singapore?+
Hotspot fully supported.
Does the Singapore eSIM include a phone number?+
Data-only โ no Singapore number.
Which network will my eSIM use in Singapore?+
LTE.app plans in Singapore use Singtel and StarHub and M1. The network your device connects to depends on your plan and device compatibility.
Can I top up or extend my Singapore eSIM?+
Some plans allow top-ups or extensions from within the LTE.app. If you run out of data, you can purchase an additional plan โ the new eSIM will be delivered instantly as a QR code.
Travelling nearby?
Extend your trip or compare plans for neighbouring destinations.
Malaysia eSIM โ
Indonesia eSIM โ
Thailand eSIM โ
Vietnam eSIM โSingapore eSIM vs nearby destinations
How Singapore eSIM coverage and pricing stack up against neighboring travel destinations. Tap a country to see its own plans and full coverage breakdown.
| Country | Carriers | From | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Singaporeโ this page | Singtel ยท StarHub | $1.20 | |
| Malaysia | Maxis ยท Celcom | See plans | Plans โ |
| Indonesia | Telkomsel ยท XL Axiata | See plans | Plans โ |
| Thailand | AIS ยท DTAC | See plans | Plans โ |
| Vietnam | Viettel ยท Mobifone | See plans | Plans โ |
Singapore
Malaysia
Indonesia
Thailand
VietnamCarrier list is the primary partner network in each country; plans on smaller destinations may also fall back to additional roaming partners. "From" price refers to the cheapest published LTE.app plan โ see each country page for current rates.
Singapore by the numbers
Each figure links to its primary source โ these are not LTE.app estimates.
Singapore recorded approximately 13.6 million international visitor arrivals in 2023. Source: Singapore Tourism Board
Singtel is the largest mobile operator in Singapore, followed by StarHub and M1. Source: IMDA (Infocomm Media Development Authority)
Background context for Singapore draws partly on Wikivoyage, licensed under CC BY-SA 3.0.
Going to Singapore? Pick the right plan for how you travel.
Different travelers need different eSIM sizes and features. Pick your travel style:
What you need to know
This eSIM provides data access only. It does not include a Singapore phone number. Use WhatsApp, FaceTime, or Signal for calls.
Set up the eSIM at home over Wi-Fi before your trip. Data only starts counting once you connect to a local network on arrival.
Mobile hotspot is available on most Singapore plans. Share your data with a laptop or travel companion without extra cost.
Your phone must be eSIM-compatible and carrier-unlocked. Most iPhones from 2018 and flagship Android phones from 2020 support eSIM.
Your QR code is emailed the moment your payment completes โ no waiting, no shipping, no airport queue.
How to install your Singapore eSIM
Note for Singapore: No installation issues expected in Singapore โ all major devices work with Singtel and StarHub immediately.
Full install guide with screenshots โLove the price? The savings don't stop when you land home.
Pro and Premium subscribers save up to 12% on every plan they ever buy โ whether they're in Singapore next week or somewhere else next year. One membership. Every destination.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use an eSIM in Singapore?
When does my Singapore eSIM activate?
Can I use mobile hotspot (tethering) in Singapore?
Can I use my regular SIM and the Singapore eSIM at the same time?
How fast is the data in Singapore?
Do I need to show ID to buy a Singapore eSIM?
Does the Singapore eSIM include a phone number?
Can I buy more data if I run out in Singapore?
When should I install the eSIM?
What is the refund policy?
Will my device work in Singapore?
Can I transfer the eSIM to another device?
Need help choosing?
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Singapore travel connectivity
All Singapore pages โ linked for faster research