TOP 1
10 GB
5G
Find the best eSIM for France
We analyzed 6,342 live offers from 59 providers for France. Compare total cost, usable data, validity and network details, not marketing claims.
TOP 2
15 GB
5G not stated
TOP 3
1 GB
5G not stated
TOP 4
20 GB
5G not stated
€0.79median price / GB
€0.21lowest total price
59providers tracked
73%5G-ready plans
QUICK ANSWER / TRIP SCENARIOS
Best eSIM for France in 2026
Four concrete scenarios for France: a city break with maps and chat, one week of maps and social, two weeks of video and hotspot, and a month of laptop work. Open the catalog below to filter further.
City break
Maps & chat
~3 GB5–7 days
3 GB
5G not stated
1 week
Maps & social
~10 GB7–10 days
10 GB
5G
2 weeks
Video & hotspot
15 GB+12–16 days
Unlimited
5G
1 month
Work & hotspot
20 GB+25–35 days
Unlimited
4G / LTE
LIVE CATALOG / FILTERABLE
Compare 6,342 eSIM plans for your trip to France
Find the best prepaid eSIM for France. Sort by price, data or value and compare top travel providers side by side. 303 plans match the filters below.
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| # | Provider / plan | Data | Validity | Network | Coverage | Total | Price / GB | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  | 5 GB | 30 days | 5G | | €0.39 | ||
| 2 |  | 5 GB | 30 days | 5G not stated | | €0.39 | ||
| 3 |  | 5 GB | 30 days | 5G not stated | | €3.07 | €0.61 | |
| 4 |  | 5 GB | 30 days | 5G | | €0.59 | ||
| 5 |  | 5 GB | 15 days | 5G | | €0.56 | ||
| 6 |  | 5 GB | 20 days | 5G | | €0.60 | ||
| 7 |  | 5 GB | 15 days | 5G | | €0.58 | ||
| 8 | | 5 GB | 20 days | 5G | | €0.58 | ||
| 9 | | 5 GB | 30 days | 5G | | €0.58 | ||
| 10 | | 5 GB | 30 days | 5G | | €0.59 | ||
| 11 |  | 5 GB | 20 days | 5G | | €0.63 | ||
| 12 |  | 5 GB | 15 days | 5G | | €3.60 | €0.72 | |
| 13 | | 5 GB | 25 days | 5G | | €0.66 | ||
| 14 |  | 5 GB | 30 days | 5G | | €3.67 | €0.73 | |
| 15 |  | 5 GB | 15 days | 5G | | €3.85 | €0.77 | |
| 16 | | 5 GB | 30 days | 5G | | €3.94 | €0.79 | |
| 17 |  | 5 GB | 30 days | 5G not stated | | €0.71 | ||
| 18 | | 5 GB | 30 days | 5G not stated | | €0.71 | ||
| 19 |  | 5 GB | 30 days | 5G | | €0.72 | ||
| 20 |  | 5 GB | 30 days | 5G | | €0.74 |
1
Data5 GB
Validity30 days
Network5G
You pay€1.94
Coverage
2
Data5 GB
Validity30 days
Network5G not stated
You pay€1.94
Coverage
3
Data5 GB
Validity30 days
Network5G not stated
You pay€3.07
Coverage
4
Data5 GB
Validity30 days
Network5G
You pay€2.97
Coverage
5
Data5 GB
Validity15 days
Network5G
You pay€2.81
Coverage
6
Data5 GB
Validity20 days
Network5G
You pay€2.99
Coverage
7
Data5 GB
Validity15 days
Network5G
You pay€2.90
Coverage
8
Data5 GB
Validity20 days
Network5G
You pay€2.92
Coverage
9
Data5 GB
Validity30 days
Network5G
You pay€2.92
Coverage
10
Data5 GB
Validity30 days
Network5G
You pay€2.95
Coverage
11
Data5 GB
Validity20 days
Network5G
You pay€3.16
Coverage
12
Data5 GB
Validity15 days
Network5G
You pay€3.60
Coverage
13
Data5 GB
Validity25 days
Network5G
You pay€3.28
Coverage
14
Data5 GB
Validity30 days
Network5G
You pay€3.67
Coverage
15
Data5 GB
Validity15 days
Network5G
You pay€3.85
Coverage
16
Data5 GB
Validity30 days
Network5G
You pay€3.94
Coverage
17
Data5 GB
Validity30 days
Network5G not stated
You pay€3.57
Coverage
18
Data5 GB
Validity30 days
Network5G not stated
You pay€3.57
Coverage
19
Data5 GB
Validity30 days
Network5G
You pay€3.60
Coverage
20
Data5 GB
Validity30 days
Network5G
You pay€3.68
Coverage
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DATA SIGNALS / FULL VALUE
What one gigabyte really costs in France
Unlimited plans are kept out of €/GB math so the benchmark for France stays comparable.
Lowest effective €/GB among limited-data plans right now.
Median sits at €0.79/GB. Half of eligible plans land in this range.
73% 5G-ready · 64% hotspot · 25d avg validity
DESTINATION GUIDE
What actually matters for an eSIM in France
Practical notes for France — networks, usage and the mistakes that waste the first afternoon.
France runs on Orange, SFR, Bouygues Telecom and Free Mobile. In Paris, Lyon and on the TGV, any of the four is usually fine. In the Alps, Brittany hinterland or Corsica, the host name on the eSIM is the difference between Maps at a trailhead and a dead zone. On current catalog labels, travel eSIMs for France most often cite Orange, Bouygues Telecom, Free Mobile, SFR.
EU visitors sometimes already have roaming from a home plan. A travel eSIM still wins when you want a hard data cap, hotspot for a laptop, or to keep the French number off data roaming.
Metro and museum Wi-Fi is patchy. Offline Maps for a walking city break keeps a 3–5 GB week comfortable.
- A Europe regional pack can be cheaper than France-only if you also touch Belgium, Italy or Spain.
- Free Mobile coverage inland is the one to double-check on the plan card.
- Activation on some packs starts at first connection, not at QR install — read that line.
TOOLS
Check your phone and data need for France
Two checks before checkout: will the eSIM install, and how many gigabytes this trip actually needs.
HOST NETWORKS
Which eSIM providers use which networks in France
Travel eSIMs for France connect through local host operators, not their own towers. Below is the current 2026 catalog mapping: provider, host operator(s), and the radio labels those offers advertise. The host networks that appear most often are Orange, Bouygues Telecom, Free Mobile. Providers with the clearest operator labels right now include iRoamly, Superalink, ASIMGO.
Each row groups one provider’s France plans by the host operator names found in the catalog. Counts show how often that pairing appears, not a coverage quality score.
| Provider | Avg €/GB | Host operators | Network | 5G |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 iRoamly97 plans sampled | €7.91 |
| 4G / LTE5G | 100% |
| Superalink124 plans sampled | €0.96 |
| 3G4G / LTE5G | 100% |
| ASIMGO108 plans sampled | €0.62 |
| 4G / LTE5G | 100% |
| abesteSIM74 plans sampled | €0.57 |
| 4G / LTE5G | 100% |
 JamboSim64 plans sampled | €4.23 |
| 5G | 100% |
| MicroEsim51 plans sampled | €0.67 |
| 4G / LTE5G | 100% |
 Roamify41 plans sampled | €0.79 |
| 5G4G / LTE | 100% |
 GigSky40 plans sampled | €1.75 |
| 5G | 83% |
| eSIMCard31 plans sampled | €0.70 |
| 2G3G4G / LTE5G | 100% |
 Flyesim31 plans sampled | €1.08 |
| 2G3G4G / LTE5G | 100% |
iRoamly97 plans sampledAvg €/GB€7.91
5G plans100%
Host operators
- Orange97 offers
- Bouygues Telecom92 offers
- Free Mobile92 offers
Network labels
4G / LTE5G
Superalink124 plans sampledAvg €/GB€0.96
5G plans100%
Host operators
- SFR124 offers
Network labels
3G4G / LTE5G
ASIMGO108 plans sampledAvg €/GB€0.62
5G plans100%
Host operators
- Free Mobile89 offers
- Bouygues Telecom17 offers
- Orange2 offers
Network labels
4G / LTE5G
abesteSIM74 plans sampledAvg €/GB€0.57
5G plans100%
Host operators
- Free Mobile49 offers
- Bouygues Telecom23 offers
- Orange2 offers
Network labels
4G / LTE5G
JamboSim64 plans sampledAvg €/GB€4.23
5G plans100%
Host operators
- Bouygues Telecom30 offers
- Free Mobile22 offers
- Orange12 offers
Network labels
5G
MicroEsim51 plans sampledAvg €/GB€0.67
5G plans100%
Host operators
- Bouygues Telecom25 offers
- Free Mobile23 offers
- Orange3 offers
Network labels
4G / LTE5G
Roamify41 plans sampledAvg €/GB€0.79
5G plans100%
Host operators
- Bouygues Telecom41 offers
Network labels
5G4G / LTE
GigSky40 plans sampledAvg €/GB€1.75
5G plans83%
Host operators
- Bouygues Telecom33 offers
Network labels
5G
eSIMCard31 plans sampledAvg €/GB€0.70
5G plans100%
Host operators
- Orange31 offers
Network labels
2G3G4G / LTE5G
Flyesim31 plans sampledAvg €/GB€1.08
5G plans100%
Host operators
- Orange31 offers
Network labels
2G3G4G / LTE5G
Most common host operators in France
- Orange354 labeled plans
- Bouygues Telecom345 labeled plans
- Free Mobile285 labeled plans
- SFR146 labeled plans
PROVIDER COMPARISON
eSIM provider comparison for France
Every provider in the France catalog, ranked by average €/GB. Compare entry price, 5G share, hotspot and live promo codes, then open a review for setup notes.
ProviderFromAvg / GB5GHotspotPromo
eSIMZON11 plans€1.47€0.45Not statedYesESIMG−10%abesteSIM74 plans€0.37€0.57YesYesESIMG−10%Horizon12 plans€0.21€0.58YesYesESIMG−10%
Voye Global16 plans€6.00€0.61Not statedNot statedESIMG−15%ASIMGO108 plans€0.50€0.62YesYesESIMG−10%GoMoWorld4 plans€3.99€0.63Not statedNot statedESIMG−10%MicroEsim51 plans€0.77€0.67YesYesNo codeeSIMCard31 plans€1.09€0.70YesYesESIMG−15%
Nada Nada8 plans€1.09€0.73NoNot statedESIMG−10%Roamify41 plans€1.94€0.79YesNot statedESIMP5−5%
TEXTReSIM5 plans€1.09€0.79Not statedNot statedNo codeCocoRoam36 plans€2.20€0.81YesYesNo code
Ezy eSIM8 plans€1.38€0.87YesYesESIMP−10%
AeroSims124 plans€3.58€0.87Not statedNot statedNo code
Airhub15 plans€1.73€0.90Not statedNot statedNo code
AdventureSIMs7 plans€1.21€0.91YesYesESIMP−10%
aloSIM1 plans€46.00€0.92YesYesESIMG−15%Voilà6 plans€1.30€0.94Not statedNot statedESIMG−5%
eSIMForever8 plans€1.83€0.95YesNot statedNo codeConnectMeGuru17 plans€0.92€0.96YesYesESIMG−10%Superalink124 plans€0.54€0.96YesYesESIMP−15%
Orange Travel24 plans€3.99€1.00Not statedYesESIMP−5%LinkeSIM6 plans€2.94€1.07YesYesNo code
eSIMFox10 plans€1.99€1.07YesYesNo code
Sim Local18 plans€3.50€1.08Not statedNot statedESIMP10−10%Flyesim31 plans€1.49€1.08YesYesNo code
MySIM2438 plans€2.99€1.21Not statedNot statedESIMG−10%
Simbye9 plans€1.95€1.22Not statedYesESIMG−15%
LightSim11 plans€2.71€1.36YesYesESIMDEALS10−10%
eSIMGlobe18 plans€3.58€1.37Not statedYesESIMG−10%
VoyaSIM18 plans€0.46€1.37YesNot statedESIMP−20%RedteaGO8 plans€0.64€1.39Not statedNot statedESIMP−10%
Ohayu12 plans€5.99€1.39YesYes
ESIMG−10%Nomad22 plans€0.61€1.41Not statedNot statedESIMPNOMAD−20%Ubigi15 plans€4.00€1.41Not statedNot statedESIMP−10%
SimOptions10 plans€4.50€1.43Not statedNot statedESIMP−10%
Yesim36 plans€0.45€1.50Not statedNot statedESIMG−15%GigSky40 plans€2.12€1.75Not statedNot statedESIMP−15%Airalo18 plans€4.00€1.78YesNot statedESIMP15−15%
Roamless27 plans€1.79€1.82YesYesESIMG−15%
eSIMo5 plans€3.58€1.97YesNot statedESIMG−20%
BambooSIM32 plans€2.71€1.98YesYesESIMG−10%SparkRoam22 plans€1.22€2.04Not statedYesNo code
eSIM Flare63 plans€1.83€2.11Not statedYesESIMP−10%Saily10 plans€3.32€2.16YesNot statedESIMG−10%
MoviSIM18 plans€2.74€2.97YesNot statedESIMG−15%AlpineSIM21 plans€0.25€3.02YesYesESIMG−10%
Eskimo14 plans€3.67€3.46YesYesESIMPTRIALGifteSIM4Travel88 plans€0.46€3.98Not statedNot statedESIMP−10%
Billion Connect21 plans€2.29€3.99Not statedNot statedESIMDG−10%JamboSim64 plans€2.99€4.23YesYesESIMG−15%
Always Mobile14 plans€2.95€4.33YesYesNo code
UPeSIM6 plans€1.99€5.70YesYesNo codeiRoamly97 plans€0.55€7.91YesNot statedNo code
Esimi20 plans€11.37€9.52Not statedNot statedESIMP−15%
Esimatic28 plans€3.20€14.91Not statedYesESIMP5−5%Holafly6 plans€11.37—NoYesSIMP−5%SETUP GUIDE
How to install an eSIM for France
Most travelers can install before departure over Wi-Fi, then activate on arrival. Keep your primary SIM available until the travel eSIM is online.
- 01Check device compatibility
Confirm your phone is carrier-unlocked and supports eSIM. Recent iPhone, Google Pixel and many Samsung flagships do.
- 02Buy and receive the QR or install link
Choose a plan for France, complete checkout with the provider, and save the QR code or activation email offline.
- 03Install over stable Wi-Fi
Scan the QR in mobile settings or follow the provider install link before you fly when possible.
- 04Enable data roaming for the eSIM line
On arrival, select the travel eSIM as your data line, enable data roaming for that line, and keep the primary number for calls or 2FA if needed.
Installation steps can vary by provider app. If setup fails, open the provider guide linked from the offer page before contacting support.
FAQ / TRAVELERS ASK
France eSIM FAQ
Straight answers built from the live catalog and practical setup guidance for France.
How much does an eSIM for France cost in 2026?
In the current 2026 snapshot for France, the lowest total price tracked is €0.21 across 6,342 plans from 59 providers. The median value on limited-data plans is €0.79 per GB.
What is the best eSIM for France right now?
There is no single winner for every trip in France. Current catalog leaders by plan count include AeroSims, Superalink, ASIMGO. Start with the top ranked plans on this page, then filter by data size, validity and 5G or hotspot needs.
Which local networks do travel eSIMs use in France?
Plans sampled for France most often mention host operators such as Orange, Bouygues Telecom, Free Mobile. The exact partner network still depends on the provider and plan you buy, so confirm the operator label before checkout.
Do I need unlimited data in France?
Unlimited can help for heavy streaming or long hotspot sessions. This market currently lists 726 unlimited-style plans—use the Best unlimited pick above, then confirm fair-use and speed rules. We still keep unlimited out of the median €/GB benchmark.
Are travel eSIMs in France 5G ready?
73% of tracked plans for France advertise 5G support. Real-world access still depends on your handset, local partner network and the provider policy.
Can I use hotspot with an eSIM in France?
64% of listed plans mention hotspot or tethering. If sharing data with a laptop is critical, filter for hotspot before checkout and re-check the provider terms.
How long do eSIM plans for France usually last?
Average validity across tracked plans for France is 25 days. Short 7-day packs suit weekends; longer 15 to 30 day plans are better for extended stays.
When should I install my eSIM for France?
Install over Wi-Fi before you travel to France when the provider allows it, then enable the line on arrival. Keep your primary SIM active until the travel eSIM shows a stable data connection.
Why choose an eSIM for a trip to France?
A travel eSIM avoids expensive home-carrier roaming and the airport SIM counter. Install it before you fly, keep your primary number for calls and 2FA, and connect as soon as you land. The 2026 catalog currently lists 6,342 plans from 59 providers for France.
Why use our eSIM comparator for France?
eSIM Giga ranks the 6,342 France offers by total price and effective €/GB, not paid placement. Filter by data, validity, 5G and hotspot, then check out with the provider at the listed price. Unlimited plans stay out of the median so the comparison stays honest.
How can I get a free eSIM in France?
A truly free, usable eSIM in France is rare: trial packs are usually tiny or time-limited. The realistic options are a verified promo code or the cheapest plan in this comparison, currently from €0.21. Treat “free” offers with throttled speeds, token data or a hidden subscription with caution.
Can I get a local phone number with an eSIM in France?
Most travel eSIMs for France are data-only and do not include a local number. Keep your primary line on for calls, SMS and 2FA. A few providers sell a virtual number or voice minutes—check the plan details before checkout if you need one.
How do I buy an eSIM for France?
Compare plans on this page, pick the data and validity that match your trip, then complete checkout on the provider site. Save the QR code, install over Wi-Fi before you travel, and activate on arrival. The buying guide above covers plan choice; the setup guide covers the technical steps.
METHODOLOGY / REPRODUCIBLE
How eSIM Giga ranks this market
- Collect. We normalize live plan prices, data, validity and feature fields.
- Compare. Limited-data plans are measured by total cost and effective €/GB.
- Separate. Unlimited plans never distort the median price per GB benchmark.
- Refresh. The page is regenerated daily from the latest catalog snapshot.
Commercial relationships can affect outbound links, never the formula or the underlying price fields. Read the full editorial methodology, explore more markets in the destinations directory or open provider reviews.
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AUTHOR / EDITOR
Who reviews these plans
I built eSIM Giga so you can pick a travel plan from live prices and usable gigabytes, not from an “unlimited” slogan.