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Unlimited eSIM
United Kingdom
+Roaming
Three UK
Duration
30 Days
Plan
Data/Calls/SMS
Speed
4G
Price
£35.00
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Student UK eSIMs from CanadianSIM, powered by Sim Local
Life in the UK starts with your eSIM. Get connected before you arrive with a Sim Local eSIM, from one of the UK's largest networks, in partnership with CanadianSIM
Moving to the UK? Start with your eSIM
CanadianSIM have partnered with Sim Local to offer your exclusive access to the UK's top networks. Get your eSIM before you go. No contracts. No credit checks. No fuss.
No Contract eSIM
Sim Local's pay-as-you-go eSIM means you pay for what you need, when you need it
UK Phone Number
Get a local phone number from the UK's top local networks
Not just "data-only"
Get calls and texts too, to stay connected in the UK, just like home
Best eSIMs for Studying In The UK
Buy now, activate when you land for instant connectivityHow does the Sim Local eSIM work?
1
Choose an eSIM plan for your trip
Select the destination you’re traveling to and choose your data plan. Remember to check if your mobile device is compatible.
2
Follow Guided Instructions
Purchase your plan. Install your eSIM 1 day before the trip and follow our step-by-step instructions to install your eSIM.
3
Connect Instantly
When you arrive, you'll connect to the same 4G and 5G networks as the locals!
Top eSIM Questions, Answered
- Can I use this number for calls and texts, or is it data-only?
Unlike many eSIM providers, Sim Local works with top providers that support calls, texts, and mobile data — just like a physical SIM.
- Will I get a real UK phone number with this eSIM?
Yes — with a local UK network eSIM (like EE, Three, Lycamobile), you'll get a real UK number.
- Do I need to be in the UK to activate it?
You can download and install it before you arrive — but you won't connect to a UK network until you land in the United Kingdom.
- What is an eSIM?
An eSIM is a digital SIM that's already built into your phone, tablet, or laptop. You just need to download a plan to activate it. It can be used instead of or alongside a physical SIM card. With a UK eSIM from Sim Local, there’s no need to wait or swap SIM cards—just buy online, scan the QR code we send you, and you'll be connected in three minutes. Check out our activation guide here.
- Will it work on my phone?
Most newer iPhones, Samsung, Google Pixel, and many other devices support eSIM. We have a quick compatibility checker to help. If your phone is compatible, it means you can have a dual SIM set on your phone, and switch between them in seconds!
- Can I still use my original number from back home?
Just because you're moving to the UK, it doesn't mean you have to give up your current phone number. With a dual SIM setup, you can have a second number and keep your original SIM active for receiving calls. You can make calls on your original SIM but it may incur additional charges. When you purchase a plan from Sim Local, we’ll guide you through setting up calls, texts, and data — and show you exactly how to tell your phone which SIM to use for each.
- Can I use it to receive verification codes (SMS) from banks or government services?
Yes — since you’re getting a real UK number, it works for SMS verifications.
- Are Sim Local eSIMs meant for tourism?
While we mostly serve travellers, our plans last 15, 30, even 90 days, making them perfect for newcomers, students, and anyone settling into life in the UK. No contracts, no strings — just easy, flexible connectivity with a real UK number.
- What happens when I buy a plan?
When you purchase one of these plans from Sim Local, you’ll receive download instructions instantly. Setup takes just three minutes and we'll send step-by-step video instructions to guide you.
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