๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ต Best SIM cards for Nepal

Comparing 11 plans from 3 providers

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Nomadโ˜… Recommended
TypeeSIMData1.00 GBValidity7 daysPrice
$6.00Best price
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Saily
TypeeSIMData1.00 GBValidity7 daysPrice
$9.99
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Nomadโ˜… Recommended
TypeeSIMData3.00 GBValidity30 daysPrice
$12.00
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Nomad
TypeeSIMData5.00 GBValidity30 daysPrice
$15.00
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Nomad
TypeeSIMData10.00 GBValidity30 daysPrice
$24.00
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Nomad
TypeeSIMData15.00 GBValidity30 daysPrice
$28.00
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Saily
TypeeSIMData3.00 GBValidity30 daysPrice
$29.99
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Airalo
Unlimited on Ncell. Kathmandu, Pokhara, Chitwan. No signal on high-altitude treks (above 4000m).
TypeeSIMDataUnlimited dataValidity7 daysPrice
$35.19
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Nomad
TypeeSIMData20.00 GBValidity45 daysPrice
$36.00
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Saily
TypeeSIMData5.00 GBValidity30 daysPrice
$48.99
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Airalo
Full month unlimited Nepal. Good for multi-trek itineraries and Everest Base Camp prep.
TypeeSIMDataUnlimited dataValidity30 daysPrice
$99.00
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Order your eSIM before departure โ€” nothing to buy on arrival. Works from the moment you land.

1 week(Nomad)
$6.00
2 weeks(est.)
~$12.00
1 month(Nomad)
$12.00

Best option for short trips or if you don't want to deal with local operator stores.

About these providers

Airaloโ˜… 4.60
Lowest price & widest choice

Strengths

  • +Largest selection โ€” 200+ countries, multiple local operators per country
  • +Very competitive data-capped plans (cheapest overall for data)
  • +Instant QR code activation โ€” works within seconds
  • +Excellent iOS & Android app with real-time data tracking
  • +Physical SIM available for some destinations

Weaknesses

  • โˆ’Data-only โ€” no calls or SMS on most plans
  • โˆ’Too many options can be overwhelming
  • โˆ’Prices displayed in AUD (confusing for non-Australians)
  • โˆ’Customer support can be slow
Nomadโ˜… 4.30
Multi-country & long trips

Strengths

  • +Best multi-country regional plans in the market
  • +Global plans up to 180 days or 1 year โ€” ideal for long trips
  • +Simple, clean interface โ€” easy to choose
  • +Competitive pricing for multi-destination trips

Weaknesses

  • โˆ’Fewer individual country options than Airalo
  • โˆ’Data-only โ€” no calls or SMS
  • โˆ’Less name recognition than Airalo/Holafly
Sailyโ˜… 4.40
Cheapest data-capped eSIM

Strengths

  • +Made by Nord Security โ€” the NordVPN creators (trusted brand)
  • +Often cheaper than Airalo for data-capped plans
  • +150+ countries covered
  • +Clean app with real-time data usage tracker
  • +Flexible packages: 1 GB to 20 GB

Weaknesses

  • โˆ’Data-capped only โ€” no unlimited plans
  • โˆ’Newer provider (launched 2023) โ€” fewer user reviews
  • โˆ’No physical SIM