AUSTRALIA AND NEW ZEALAND TRAVEL • DATA ROAMING
Australia and New Zealand eSIM vs Your Home Carrier’s International Roaming
Visiting Sydney, Melbourne, Auckland or Queenstown? Compare an ETravelSim eSIM with what your own carrier charges for roaming. Prices below are the live ETravelSim plan prices in US dollars.
| Factor | Home-carrier roaming | ETravelSim Australia and New Zealand eSIM |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Set by your carrier, by country and by pack. Check the current price before you travel | From $4.50 for 1 GB (7 days); $14.99 for 10 GB (30 days); $19.99 for Unlimited (7 days) |
| Plan prices (live) | Depends on the pack you pick | 1 GB / 7 days $4.50 · 2 GB / 15 days $6.99 · 3 GB / 30 days $7.99 · 5 GB $8.99 · 10 GB $14.99 · 20 GB $24.99 · 50 GB $44.99 · Unlimited 7 / 15 / 30 days $19.99 / $39.99 / $59.99 |
| Extra charges | Possible if you go past the pack, depending on your carrier’s terms | None: fixed prepaid data only |
| Network | Your carrier’s roaming partner | Optus (Australia) and Spark (New Zealand) |
| Setup | Usually activate a pack before you fly | Scan the QR code; the eSIM activates after installation |
| Hotspot | Depends on the pack | Allowed on the limited-data plans |
| Both countries on one trip | Check the pack covers both | One eSIM covers Australia and New Zealand |
| Calls and number | Your normal number and calls keep working | Data only: keep your home SIM for calls |
- ✓One eSIM for both countries
- ✓No documents needed
- ✓Fully prepaid, no surprise bill
- ✓QR code by email, install before you fly
Australia and New Zealand eSIM questions
Does one eSIM work in Australia and New Zealand?
Yes. The Australia New Zealand eSIM covers both countries. If you only visit one, you can also choose the Australia eSIM or the New Zealand eSIM.
Which networks does it use?
Optus in Australia and Spark in New Zealand.
How much data and for how long?
From 1 GB for 7 days ($4.50) to 50 GB for 30 days ($44.99), plus Unlimited plans for 7, 15 or 30 days.
Can I use hotspot?
Yes on the limited-data plans.
Do I need documents?
No documents are needed.
Do I get a phone number?
No. It is data only. Keep your home SIM for calls.
How does this compare with my carrier’s roaming?
Roaming prices and data limits are set by your carrier and change often. An eSIM is one prepaid plan, so the price and the data are known before you go. Check your carrier’s current pack price and compare.