Phone Numbers and SMS
Data-only eSIMs are the norm, and they break the one thing banks still insist on: an SMS code to a real number. The providers here sell a line that can receive texts and take calls, either a local number in the country you are visiting or a virtual number you keep between trips. That matters for two-factor codes, for a restaurant calling back about a booking, and for anyone whose home SIM would charge a fortune to stay active abroad. Each listing says which countries the number can be issued in, whether inbound SMS from banks actually lands, and what calls cost.
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Carrier-specific eSIM plans for Thailand, South Korea, and Asia with data up to unlimited and 5G support.
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Swiss pay-as-you-go eSIM seller with coverage in 170+ countries and virtual phone numbers for business.
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Africa-focused eSIM provider with plans starting at $4.50 and 24/7 WhatsApp support.
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Enterprise eSIM management platform serving 2,500 corporate clients with pay-as-you-go billing and consumer travel plans.
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Pre-arrival eSIM for Canada with voice, text and data, activated 24 hours before landing.
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Ad-supported free tier plus pay-per-gigabyte and unlimited options across 176 countries, with international calling included.
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Regional and single-country eSIM plans starting at USD 0.52, with pay-as-you-go top-ups and optional call and text services.
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Customizable multi-destination eSIM plans starting at CHF 2.00 per country, with optional call and phone-number services.
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Luxembourg eSIM provider with flexible plan switching and international calling add-ons for European travel.
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International eSIM provider operating in 190+ countries with multi-language support and flexible data bundles from CHF 1.74.
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Canadian eSIM seller with regional, country, and unlimited data plans across 200+ destinations.
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Global eSIM provider offering local, regional, and unlimited plans across 200+ countries with data-only connectivity.
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eSIM plans by destination, with phone numbers and local calls in select countries; pricing from CHF 5.00.
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5G eSIMs across 200+ countries with included free VPN and per-destination pricing.
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UK-based eSIM provider with plans from GBP 2.99 across 200+ destinations worldwide.
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Local and regional eSIMs for 210+ countries plus phone numbers, from $0.53 with 5G/LTE.
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Transparent travel eSIM provider in 150+ countries with per-destination pricing and instant QR activation.
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Prepaid eSIM for international travel offering local, regional and global plans across 170 destination countries with over 500,000 downloads.
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Multi-destination eSIM provider offering prepaid plans from EUR 1.99 across 200+ countries with 24/7 WhatsApp support and free top-ups.
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US-based fixed-data eSIM brand offering plans for Mexico, Canada, UK, Europe, Japan, and Thailand with no calls or SMS.
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Instant travel eSIMs for 190+ countries, starting from $2.50 with 10% cashback rewards.
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Direct-partnered eSIMs from Gigago with unlimited 5G in Thailand and 76-country global coverage starting at $2.90.
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Travel eSIMs and SIM cards for 190+ countries, including local phone numbers with calls and SMS.
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Travel eSIM provider with local, regional, and global plans in 200+ countries, plus in-app rewards.
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European-operated eSIM with affordable plans from EUR 3.99, promotional data bonuses, and included VPN access.
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French eSIM provider with 190 destinations, data sharing, app-based management, and business accounts.
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eSIM plans for 190+ countries, including phone-number and unlimited data options.
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Nomad's own travel eSIM store covering 200+ destinations with per-gigabyte pricing from CHF 0.51 and a free 1GB trial.
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Global travel eSIM with plans from $1.49 for 7 days across 200+ countries, high-speed data plus 1 Mbps unlimited, and personal hotspot included.
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Per-gigabyte eSIMs covering 94 countries with unlimited-data plans and app-based activation.
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Travel eSIM for 190+ countries with instant delivery and country or regional plans.
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Retails carriers' travel eSIMs with plans from $5.75, offers no-quibble refunds and 4G/5G in 200+ destinations.
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Budget eSIM provider with flat pricing ($2.99 across most destinations) and explicit no-throttle guarantee, data-only plans in 20+ languages.
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Long-running prepaid SIM service offering data-only and voice plans across 200+ countries.
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Global SIM cards and eSIMs with flexible data plans and 24/7 multilingual support for travelers and digital nomads.
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Travel eSIM for 200+ destinations powered by BroadNet Technologies, with instant QR activation, multi-vendor routing, and family plans.
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Multi-currency eSIM with optional virtual numbers, 5G access in 150+ countries, and shared hotspot included on all plans.
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Destination-based eSIM plans with data tiers, available for 200+ countries worldwide.
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Travel eSIM across 182 countries from $2.20, bundled with airport lounges, fast-track and meet-and-greet services.
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International eSIM and phone number provider serving destinations across Africa, Asia, Europe, the Americas, and the Middle East, with real-time data tracking and support chat.
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Tourist eSIMs with unlimited and fixed data for Japan, tested for real-world speeds with 24/7 expert support.
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Long-term and tourist eSIMs with real Japanese phone numbers, plus portable WiFi routers for Japan stays.
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Unlimited 5G eSIM for Japan with two-network choice and variable hotspot caps, starting at 1,250 JPY per day.
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Global eSIM with flexible pay-as-you-go data, voice, and SMS billed to one balance that never expires.
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UK-based eSIM provider selling Vodafone, EE, and O2 travel plans with voice, SMS, and data.
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European eSIM with a real +33 number for calls, texts and verification across 47 countries.
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Global eSIM provider offering virtual numbers and international calling bundled with travel data plans.
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Global eSIM that carries your existing phone number ported to 180+ countries with monthly billing.
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Multi-product telecom platform combining travel eSIMs, local numbers, and business calling in one suite.
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Anonymous travel eSIMs and cloud phone numbers with end-to-end encryption and crypto payment, no KYC required.
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Anonymous eSIM with no-expiry data plans, starting at $1.50 per country, no account required.
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Unified platform for mobile proxies, SMS verification, and eSIMs with crypto payments and no KYC.
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Chingu Mobile offers flexible South Korean SIM and eSIM plans ranging from 3-day data-only to 120-day unlimited voice plans with free shipping.
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Code Mobile's EG SIM offers eSIM and physical cards in South Korea with unlimited data plans and pickup in Seoul or airport delivery.
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Australian eSIM provider offering unlimited-data regional plans lasting up to 180 days, with a mobile app and money-back guarantee.
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T-Mobile eSIM plans for US travel with unlimited data, calls and SMS, available for 5 to 15 day durations.
Frequently asked questions
Can I get an eSIM that allows me to receive SMS codes for banking?
Yes, several providers in this category offer more than just data. You can find options that include virtual phone numbers for business, local voice and text services, or specific plans designed for calling and texting.
Are there any affordable ways to get a phone number without a large upfront cost?
You have several budget-friendly options including pay-as-you-go models and plans starting as low as $0.52 or CHF 1.74. Some providers even offer an ad-supported free tier for basic connectivity.
Which options are best if I need a number for a specific region like Africa or Canada?
If you're heading to Africa, Nuutel is a dedicated provider for that continent. For travelers going to Canada, CanadianSIM offers pre-arrival eSIMs that include voice, text, and data services.
Do these eSIMs work for business travelers who need to manage multiple lines?
Yes, some platforms are built specifically for enterprise use with dedicated management tools for corporate clients. Other providers offer virtual numbers that are ideal for business communications while traveling.