3 plans from 1GB to 3GB. Buy now, scan the QR, and your data works the moment you land.
It runs on Maldives's national mobile networks, so the same plan works right across the country, including Malé. There is nothing extra to buy for a city or island.
Slashtel Maldives eSIMs start at $14.69 for 1GB over 7 days, across 3 plans. The lowest price per GB is $13.63 on the 3GB plan. A one-week trip costs from $14.69 (1GB). It connects to Dhiraagu on up to 4G. Prices checked 9 October 2026.
Last checked: September 2026
You step off the plane at Male Velana International Airport, the warm air hits you, and you are already thinking about the speedboat or seaplane transfer to your resort. Before you post that first photo or message home, you need to be online. The airport Wi-Fi can be patchy, and you would rather not rely on it. With a Slashtel eSIM, you land connected.
We offer a data-only eSIM for the Maldives that you can install before you fly. You get a QR code by email within a minute of purchase, and you can set it up at home on Wi-Fi. There is no contract, no local address needed, and prices start from $14.69. It is a simple way to stay online without hunting for a local SIM card.
UK travellers come to the Maldives for beach holidays and honeymoons. You might be escaping the British weather for a week or two of sun, sand and snorkelling. You want to share photos, check flight updates, and maybe stream a bit of music. A data eSIM keeps you connected without touching your UK SIM's roaming charges.
Indian travellers often visit for honeymoons and short luxury breaks. The Maldives is a quick flight from India, making it perfect for a romantic getaway or a long weekend. You want to stay in touch with family, post on social media, and maybe get some work done by the pool. Your eSIM gives you data while your Indian SIM stays active for calls and OTPs.
| Data | Duration | What it covers |
|---|---|---|
| 1GB | 3-5 days | Maps, WhatsApp text, light email. No video. |
| 3GB | 1 week | Maps, WhatsApp calls, occasional social media. |
| 5GB | 2 weeks | Maps, WhatsApp video, some music streaming. |
| 10GB | 1 month | Daily use including video and video calls. |
For most people, 3GB is enough for a week if you are not streaming heavily. If you plan to video call or stream music, go for 5GB or more.
Most resorts are reached by speedboat or seaplane, so have your transfer details saved offline. When you land, you might not have immediate data, so save your transfer confirmation, resort address, and contact numbers in your phone's notes or as a screenshot. That way you can show them even without a connection.
Resort Wi-Fi can be slow in villas, and mobile data keeps you connected around the island. Even if your resort offers Wi-Fi, it might not reach your villa or be fast enough for video. Your eSIM uses a major local network, so you can stay online on the beach, at the pool, or while exploring the island.
Set up your eSIM at home before you travel. Follow our installation guide for step-by-step instructions. Your home SIM stays in your phone for calls and OTPs, so you do not lose access to your bank or messages. If you are an Indian traveller, see our guide on keeping your Indian SIM active abroad.
Ready to stay connected? Browse Maldives data plans and choose the one that fits your trip. Prices start from $14.69. You will get your QR code by email within a minute, and you can install it right away.
Last checked: September 2026. Prices and plans are verified on the Slashtel site at the time of writing.
Yes. Your phone must be unlocked and support eSIM. Most recent iPhones and many Android phones do. Check your phone's settings or the manufacturer's website to confirm.
Yes. Your physical SIM stays in your phone. You can receive SMS and calls on your home number while using the eSIM for data. Just make sure data roaming is turned off on your home SIM to avoid charges.
For a 1 week trip, 3GB is usually enough for maps, WhatsApp and light social media. For 2 weeks, 5GB gives you more freedom for video calls and streaming. If you plan to work remotely or stream a lot, consider 10GB.
Yes. Install it at home while you have stable Wi-Fi. The eSIM will only activate when it connects to a network in the Maldives, so you won't use any data before you arrive.
You will get coverage in Male and many resort islands, but it depends on the local network. Some remote islands may have limited signal. Resort Wi-Fi can be slow, so mobile data is a good backup.
Yes. Hotspot is allowed on your eSIM. You can share your data with a laptop or other devices. Just keep an eye on your data usage if you are streaming or downloading large files.
For most trips a 5GB to 10GB data eSIM valid for 30 days is the right size on Dhiraagu. Install it before you fly, keep your home SIM on for calls and bank texts, and top up the same eSIM if you run low.
If your phone supports eSIM, an eSIM is simpler than a local SIM card: nothing to collect at the airport, no passport registration, and your home SIM stays in the phone for calls and OTP texts. A physical SIM only makes sense for long stays where you need a local phone number.
From $14.69 for 1GB valid 7 days, as of 9 October 2026. Longer trips: two weeks from $40.89 (3GB), one month from $43.29 (3GB).
$13.63 per GB on the 3GB plan (15 days, $40.89). Bigger plans usually cost less per GB, so buy the size you expect to use.
Dhiraagu, with speeds up to 4G where available. The eSIM picks the strongest network automatically.
No. Slashtel eSIMs are data only, with no local number, calls or SMS. WhatsApp and other internet calls work, and your home SIM can stay on for calls and OTP texts.
Validity starts when the eSIM first connects to a network in the Maldives, not when you buy it, so you can buy and install it before you travel.
After payment Slashtel emails a QR code within a minute. Scan it in your phone settings while on Wi-Fi at home, then switch on data roaming for the eSIM when you land.
Your phone must support eSIM and be carrier-unlocked. Dial *#06#: if an EID appears, the phone supports eSIM.
Yes. Hotspot and tethering are allowed on Slashtel eSIMs.
Pick a plan, pay by card. QR arrives by email within a minute.
Scan the QR on Wi-Fi at home. Takes two minutes. Keep your main SIM in.
Enable data roaming on the Slashtel line. Done, no shops, no queues.