Travel eSIM

Bangladesh
data from $2.99.

6 plans from 1GB to 20GB. Buy now, scan the QR, and your data works the moment you land.

Last checked: August 2026

If you're flying to Bangladesh from the UK to see family in Sylhet, Dhaka, or Chittagong, you need data the moment you land. Not after you find a shop, not after you sort out a local SIM. You need it for the WhatsApp messages from your cousin at the airport, for the Google Maps pin to your grandmother's house, and for the ride-hailing app that gets you there.

For India-origin travellers, there's an extra layer. You might be keeping your Indian SIM active for bank OTPs while you're away. A Bangladesh eSIM from Slashtel runs as your data line alongside it, so you don't have to juggle physical SIMs or worry about roaming charges.

How much data for this trip?

Pick based on how long you're staying and how you use your phone.

Trip length Light use (maps, WhatsApp text) Moderate use (WhatsApp video, social media) Heavy use (streaming, video calls)
3-5 days 1GB 3GB 5GB
1-2 weeks 3GB 5GB 10GB
3-4 weeks 5GB 10GB 20GB

A 5GB plan covers two weeks of typical use: navigation, WhatsApp video calls to family, and the occasional YouTube clip. If you're streaming cricket highlights or on long video calls, step up to 10GB. You can always top up, but it's simpler to size it right first time.

Two practical notes for Bangladesh

First, Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport in Dhaka has Wi-Fi, but it's not always reliable after a long flight. Install your eSIM before you leave the UK so you're not hunting for a connection at arrivals. Data starts automatically on your first connection in Bangladesh.

Second, keep your home SIM in for OTPs. If you're from India, your bank will send verification codes to your Indian number. The Bangladesh eSIM handles data while your Indian SIM stays active for texts. For longer stays, you can recharge your Indian prepaid number through Slashtel's recharge service to keep it alive.

Install before you fly

You'll get a QR code by email within a minute of ordering. Scan it from your phone's settings while you're on Wi-Fi — it takes about two minutes. Data starts when you land in Bangladesh, not before. Full walkthroughs for iPhone and Android are in the install guide.

No contracts, no hidden fees, no shop queues. Just data that works when you step off the plane.

Get your Bangladesh eSIM — from $X.XX for 5GB, valid 30 days.

Questions, answered

Is eSIM available in Bangladesh for tourists?

Yes. Slashtel sells prepaid data eSIMs for Bangladesh that work as soon as you land. You get a QR code by email within a minute, install it on Wi-Fi before you travel, and data starts on your first connection in Bangladesh.

How much data do I need for a 2-week trip to Bangladesh?

For a 14-day trip, 5GB is usually enough if you use maps, WhatsApp, and light social media. If you plan video calls or streaming, go for 10GB. For a short 5-7 day visit, 3GB covers typical use.

Will my UK eSIM work in Bangladesh?

If your phone is eSIM-compatible and unlocked, yes. Slashtel's Bangladesh eSIM connects to local networks in Dhaka, Chittagong, Sylhet, and across the country. Check your phone's compatibility on the Slashtel guides page.

Can I keep my Indian SIM active while using a Bangladesh eSIM?

Yes. Install the Bangladesh eSIM as your data line and keep your Indian SIM for calls and OTPs. For keeping your Indian number active long-term, Slashtel also offers recharge for Airtel, Jio, Vi, and BSNL from abroad.

Is there a refund if I don't use my Bangladesh eSIM?

If you haven't installed the eSIM, Slashtel refunds quickly on request. Once installed, it's final. No contracts, no hidden fees — the price you see is the price you pay.

How do I install a Bangladesh eSIM on my iPhone or Android?

You'll get a QR code by email. Scan it from your phone's settings — for iPhone, go to Cellular > Add eSIM; for Android, go to Network & Internet > SIMs > Add eSIM. Do this on Wi-Fi before you fly. Full steps are in the Slashtel install guide.

How it works

Three steps, no SIM card

Buy

Pick a plan, pay by card. QR arrives by email within a minute.

Install before you fly

Scan the QR on Wi-Fi at home. Takes two minutes. Keep your main SIM in.

Land and switch on

Enable data roaming on the Slashtel line. Done — no shops, no queues.