eSIM France

The right France eSIM depends on your trip length, expected data usage and whether you prefer a fixed or unlimited plan.

easySim offers prepaid France eSIM plans with access to Bouygues Telecom, Free Mobile and SFR. Fixed-data plans start from £2.99. Unlimited plans are also available. Hotspot is supported and a 6-month money-back guarantee is included as standard.

For a provider comparison, the France eSIM guide covers the main options available to UK travellers.

easySim France fixed-data plans start from £2.99. Unlimited data plans are also available, starting from £8.60 for 3 days.

A regional Europe plan covering France alongside other supported European destinations is also available from £3.49 — useful for multi-destination trips.

Current plan sizes and prices are shown in the bundle selector above. If you are unsure how much data your trip requires, a data usage guide is available.

Yes. easySim France unlimited data plans are available from £8.60 for 3 days up to £54.00 for 30 days, running on Bouygues Telecom, Free Mobile and SFR.

Each unlimited plan includes up to 3GB of full-speed data per 24-hour period. After 3GB, speeds reduce to between 512Kbps and 1Mbps until the next daily cycle resets — suitable for maps, messaging, social media and general travel use throughout the day.

If you regularly stream video or transfer large files, a fixed-data plan may deliver more consistent performance, as fixed plans run at full speed throughout your entire allowance with no throttling.

easySim France plans provide access to three supported networks: Bouygues Telecom, Free Mobile and SFR.

Bouygues Telecom and Free Mobile support 5G where available. SFR provides 2G, 3G and 4G coverage. Actual network availability, including 5G access, depends on your location and device compatibility.

Yes. 5G coverage is available through Bouygues Telecom and Free Mobile where supported. SFR provides 2G, 3G and 4G coverage.

Actual 5G availability depends on your location, the local network infrastructure and your device's compatibility with supported frequency bands. Where 5G is not available, 4G or 3G may be available through a supported network, depending on local coverage and device compatibility. 

The France country plan covers France only and does not extend to Italy. For travellers combining France and Italy in one trip, the regional Europe plan covers both countries along with other supported European destinations under a single bundle from £3.49.

Yes. WhatsApp works over the easySim data connection in France. Because easySim plans are data-only, WhatsApp calls, messages and media all run through your data allowance rather than your primary SIM's call or SMS plan. Your primary SIM stays in your phone for standard calls and texts if needed.

An eSIM requires a compatible, carrier-unlocked device. If your phone does not support eSIM, a local physical SIM purchased in France would be the alternative.

easySim France plans are data-only, so a local phone number for voice calls is not included. If you need a French number, a local SIM with voice capability is the appropriate option.

Some older eSIM devices allow only one eSIM to be installed at a time. Check your device's eSIM limits before purchasing if you already have an eSIM installed from a previous trip.

You can check your device compatibility before purchasing.

Yes. Enable Data Roaming for the easySim line and set easySim as your Mobile Data SIM. To avoid mobile data charges from your home network, turn Data Roaming off on your primary SIM. Calls and SMS through your home SIM continue to work independently of the data roaming setting.

No. easySim France plans are data-only and do not include voice calls or SMS.

Your primary SIM remains active for calls and messages while easySim provides mobile data, allowing you to use WhatsApp, FaceTime, iMessage and similar services freely throughout your trip.

Yes. Hotspot and tethering are supported across all easySim France plans. Data shared via hotspot comes from your plan allowance. On unlimited plans, hotspot usage counts toward the daily 3GB full-speed threshold. Fixed-data plans deliver full-speed performance throughout the entire allowance with no throttling.

easySim France plans provide access to Bouygues Telecom, Free Mobile and SFR across supported coverage areas in mainland France. Coverage is generally available in major cities and popular tourist areas. Coverage may be more limited in remote or rural locations.

Actual availability depends on the local network infrastructure in your specific location.

On most dual-SIM compatible phones, your home SIM can remain active for calls and messages while easySim provides mobile data. Charges from your home provider for calls or SMS made abroad may still apply — check your home network's terms before travelling.

Confirm your device supports eSIM before purchasing using the Compatibility Checker.

Check the following first:

• Your easySim eSIM line is switched on.

• Data Roaming is enabled for the easySim line.

• easySim is set as your Mobile Data SIM.

• Your device supports eSIM and is carrier unlocked.

If the connection still does not work, the eSIM Not Working Guide covers the most common causes and fixes.