What are the advantages for a foreigner of using an eSIM instead of a local SIM in India?

For a foreigner to activate a local SIM in India, paperwork such as a copy of your passport and proof of a local address is required, and activation can take several hours. A Yeohaengyusim eSIM is installed in Korea in advance and connects the moment you reach India, so you can start your trip right away without wasting time at the airport.

India is a vast country. Does data work well in small regional towns and at tourist sights too?

Through the Jio and Airtel networks, a generally stable 4G connection is available at the main tourist destinations such as Delhi, Mumbai, Jaipur, Agra, Varanasi and Kerala. Please note, however, that coverage can be patchy in the Himalayan mountain areas or in remote rural villages. Overall coverage is about 88%.

Can I use data while travelling by train in India?

Yes. You can use 4G data on a large part of India's main rail lines. Popular routes such as Delhi–Agra and Mumbai–Goa are mostly within coverage. However, the signal may drop out temporarily when a long-distance journey passes through remote areas.

Can I use two SIMs at the same time in India? Can I keep my existing Korean number too?

This is exactly the biggest advantage of an eSIM. You keep your physical SIM (your Korean number) as it is and use Indian data on the eSIM. You can use local data in India freely without missing calls or texts from Korea. Note, however, that your device must support dual SIM.

Are India's plug types different from Korea's? Do I need a charging adapter?

Yes. India uses Type C, D and M outlets. In some cases they are partly compatible with Korea's (Type C/F), but the round pins of India's distinctive Type D and M are a different size, so it pays to bring an adapter. Get a multi-adapter or an India-specific adapter ready before departure.

Does eSIM work in India?

India supports eSIM, and plans start from ₩3,300. Install it with the QR code you receive after buying, then just turn on data roaming after you arrive and you are connected straight away. There is no need to swap your SIM.

Travel eSIM or carrier roaming: which is cheaper for a trip to India?

For a short trip or light data use, a travel eSIM is usually cheaper. Unlimited roaming from Korean carriers costs about ₩11,000–₩15,000 a day, but with an eSIM you can buy just the days of data you need in advance. For a short trip for one or two people, an eSIM has a big advantage; for a family or very heavy data use, compare carrier unlimited roaming too.

Which carrier network does a India eSIM use?

In India it connects automatically to local carrier networks such as Jio · Airtel · Vodafone Idea (Vi) (4G/LTE, 5G where supported). Population coverage is about 88%. It picks the network with the strongest signal automatically, so there is nothing to set up.

Can I add to or extend my India eSIM plan?

Yes. When you use up your data or the plan period ends, you can buy a new plan at any time. Keep using the eSIM profile you already installed; there is no need to install it again, so you carry on without interruption.

Can I use tethering (hotspot) in India?

Yes. In India you can share your eSIM data with other devices such as a laptop or tablet by tethering (hotspot). Shared data also comes out of your plan allowance, so if you tether a lot we recommend choosing a little more data.

Do I set up the eSIM before I leave or after I arrive?

We recommend installing it (registering the QR code) before you leave, while you have Wi-Fi. Data starts when you turn on data roaming after you arrive in India. Just remember "set up before you leave, switch on when you arrive" and you can use the internet as soon as you land.

How many GB of data do I need for a trip to India?

For mostly maps and messaging, we recommend about 1 GB a day; to use plenty of social media and photo uploads, about 2 GB a day. If you stream a lot of video or tether a lot, an unlimited plan is better. You can always buy more if you run short, so it is fine to choose a little extra at first.

India eSIM plans

Instant delivery

A travel eSIM for India starts from ₩3,300 and works as soon as you buy it. In India it connects automatically to local networks such as Jio · Airtel · Vodafone Idea (Vi) (4G/LTE, 5G where supported), with population coverage of about 88%. Install it with the QR code before you leave and you can use the internet as soon as you land, with no roaming setup.

Sent instantly by email
30-day refund
Customer support in Korean
Credit card · Apple Pay

India eSIM at a glance

Price: From ₩3,300
Local networks: Jio · Airtel · Vodafone Idea (Vi)
Network: 4G/LTE & 5G
Activation: QR code — install before you leave
Recommended data: Maps and messaging 1 GB a day · more room 2 GB a day · video: unlimited

eSIM plans you can use in India

Data	Validity	Price
Unlimited	1 day	₩3,300
Unlimited	3 days	₩14,300
Unlimited	5 days	₩22,587
Unlimited	7 days	₩31,628
Unlimited	10 days	₩44,436
Unlimited	15 days	₩65,531
Unlimited	30 days	₩120,529
1 GB	7 days	₩4,505
2 GB	15 days	₩9,026
3 GB	30 days	₩12,039
5 GB	30 days	₩16,560
10 GB	30 days	₩30,121
20 GB	30 days	₩48,203
50 GB	30 days	₩61,764

The pure white marble of the Taj Mahal, golden dawns on the Ganges and the vivid colours of Rajasthan—once you set foot in India, it is a country you will not easily forget. Its cultures, food and landscapes, as varied as its land is vast, overwhelm travellers. But it is also just as complicated a country. When you find your way in an unfamiliar city, haggle over an auto-rickshaw fare and check your accommodation and train bookings, the internet is not an option but a necessity. Buying a local SIM is often a hassle for foreigners and takes a long time. If you install a Yeohaengyusim eSIM before departure, you can open your map app and start your trip right after landing at the airport in India. You can explore the alleys of Varanasi and the Mumbai metro without hesitation.

Flight time from Korea

About 8–9 hours (direct flight)

Time difference

3 hours 30 minutes behind Korea (KST−3:30)

Best season to go

October–March (dry season, cool weather)

Plug type

Type C/D/M (adapter needed)

Why an eSIM really helps for a trip to India

For a foreigner to buy a local SIM in India, you have to go through complicated procedures such as submitting a copy of your passport and registering a local address. The SIM shops at the airport have long queues, and it is common for activation to take several hours. A Yeohaengyusim eSIM, on the other hand, is installed with a single QR code in Korea before departure. After you enter India, it links up automatically with the Jio or Airtel network with no further steps, so no time is wasted. India is a large country, so the network situation can vary by region, but Jio's and Airtel's 4G LTE networks cover the main cities and sights widely. In big cities such as Delhi, Mumbai and Bengaluru, 5G is also spreading fast. With so much travel in India done by train, you can use data reliably while you are on the move. And because Google Maps, translation apps and payment apps make a big difference to the quality of a trip in India, having a data connection that does not drop is really important. A Yeohaengyusim eSIM solves those worries in one go.

Network coverage in India

Carrier

Jio

+ Airtel

Network

4G/LTE & 5G

Coverage

88%

How do I install a India eSIM?

1
Buy a plan
Choose a data plan for India and complete payment.
2
Scan the QR code
Open the email we sent and point your phone camera at its QR code.
3
Install the eSIM
Complete the eSIM installation as prompted. Doing it before you leave is simplest.
4
Connect on arrival
Once you land in India, switch data roaming on and you're online.

1
Buy a plan
Choose a data plan for India and complete payment.
2
Scan the QR code
Open the email we sent and point your phone camera at its QR code.
3
Install the eSIM
Complete the eSIM installation as prompted. Doing it before you leave is simplest.
4
Connect on arrival
Once you land in India, switch data roaming on and you're online.

Which plan is right for me?

Short trip

For a short 3–7 day trip, an unlimited data plan is ideal.

Business trip

We recommend a high-data plan with plenty for video calls and email.

Long stay

Staying a month or more? A large-data plan gives the best value.

Family trip

Families sharing a connection across multiple devices should pick a tethering-enabled plan with a generous data allowance.

eSIM, local SIM or pocket Wi-Fi: what suits a trip to India best?

	eSIM	Local SIM	Pocket Wi-Fi
Activation	Instant (QR code)	Buy locally	Pick up / delivery
Setup	2 minutes	SIM swap needed	Separate device
Price	From ₩3,300	₩10,000~50,000	₩5,000~15,000/day
Network	Local 4G/LTE	Local 4G/LTE	Local 4G/LTE
Devices	1 smartphone	1 smartphone	Up to 5
Flexibility	Top up any time	Fixed data	Daily rental
Best for	Ideal for travellers	Long stays	Families / groups

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