The best eSIM for Australian travellers is one that connects to local networks.

Why?
Local network eSIMs offer stronger coverage, faster speeds, and better reliability than tourist-only or roaming-based eSIMs, which often prioritise cost over performance.

Sim Local’s Australian eSIM is powered by Smartroam and connects you to Australia’s leading carriers.

That means:

High-speed 4G/5G data

Coverage in both urban and regional areas

No roaming charges or hidden fees

If you want an eSIM that works like a local SIM without the hassle of buying one in-store, a local-network-backed option is the best choice.

Getting an Australian eSIM is quick and easy with Sim Local. Just follow these steps:

Choose your plan — Select a prepaid Australian eSIM with the data amount and duration that suits your trip

Buy online — Complete your order securely

Download instantly — You’ll get your eSIM by email, with a QR code or direct download link

Activate in minutes — Scan the code on your phone and connect to local 4G/5G networks

An eSIM (embedded SIM) is a digital version of a SIM card that's built into your phone. Instead of inserting a physical SIM, you download a mobile plan directly to your device.

Here’s how it works:

Choose a plan from a provider like Sim Local

Receive a QR code or download link after purchase

Scan or install the eSIM onto your phone

Connect to a local network — just like with a physical SIM

eSIMs let you switch between networks, add data plans, or manage everything from your phone settings — no plastic, no swapping, no waiting.