Airalo Jornet only has two prepaid Jordan eSIMs to keep you connected on your travels. They are both enough to give you a small amount of data. So, if you are a heavy data user then keep scrolling for bigger packages below.

Here are the two eSIMs for Jordan:

Airalo partners with Umniah in Jordan, which is one of the big three mobile operators. They have decent coverage in cities and are expanding their 5G as we speak, ahead of the competition. But they are not the best operators out there

One of the benefits of Airalois they have been in the game for a long time and recently got a huge funding boost to expand their business. They are a big player, so you know you will get good support. and their eSIM app is a breeze to use to track your data use and add more if you need to.

Pros

Cheapest data plans
Easy top-ups

Cons

Pricey compared to physical sim cards

See Prices on Airalo Jornet

Best Jordan Unlimited Data eSIM

Holafly

Holafly in Jordan has a wide range of unlimited data eSIMs just as they do for countries like Egypt. You get get all the data you need for 5-20 days, at prices ranging from around $5.5 per day to $2.8 per day. So, it’s a great deal.

Here are the Holafly unlimited data packages for Jordan:

Holafly has also partnered with Umniah, so you won’t be getting a better connection than Airalo. But it should be great in most of the developed parts of the country.

Just keep in mind that you can’t share your data with Holafly in Jordan, so if you want to work via your phone-to-laptop with a hotspot, it’s not going to work.

But, you do get all the data you can use while you are there. So, if you are just on vacation in Jordan, then it’s a great deal.

Pros

Unlimited data
Decent local network
Affordable rates per day

Cons

No data sharing/hotspots

See Prices on Holafly

Best esim for data sharing

Nomad

Another eSIM provider I often use is Nomad. They have eSIMs for countries all around the world and are typically very competitive. In the case of Jordan eSIMs, they come up a bit short in terms of price.

If you are shopping for a low GB eSIM then stick with Airalo as they are the cheapest in Jordan.

But, if you want something larger, they offer prepaid eSIMs up to 20 GB.

They also use Umniah, so there is no difference in terms of connection speed or reliability compared to either Holafly or Airalo. But if you are a BIG DATA user and want to share your data (with someone or another computer) then this is the company to buy an eSIM from. You can get 10 GB and share the data easily.

Pros

Data sharing allowed
Large data packages

Cons

Not the cheapest

See Prices on Nomad

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What Is An eSIM?

If you are new to eSIMs, you might be wondering exactly what you are buying.

To keep it simple: an eSIM is an electronic or virtual SIM you download to your phone/device from the internet. It has the same function as a SIM but sits in parallel to your normal SIM.

You can buy and download an eSIM from your chair. So it is the digital revolution for SIMs!

Benefits of Getting an eSIM in Jordan

Buying an eSIM for Jordan is the ideal way to avoid expensive roaming charges and have data the minute you land. But there are even more great benefits to an eSIM:

Convenient: Buy your eSIM online before you go. Activate when you land. Done. No more lining up and filling out forms to get a local SIM card.
Compare Prices: Shop around online for the best eSIM price without leaving your seat. Know what you are getting in advance.
Change Providers: ESIMs are electronic so you can have multiple eSIMs on your device and also change eSIMs in minutes. No more swapping cards, being stuck on a plan etc.
Keep Your Phone Number: ESIMs complement your normal SIM, they don’t replace it. You can have multiple plans running at once. And if you only use data, you just keep your phone and texts like normal.
Save The Planet: Sure, it’s not a big thing. But saving on electronic waste (SIM cards) and packaging, not to mention running around to stores, is great for the planet.

Devices Compatible with eSIM in Jordan

Mobile devices that support embedded SIM technology will work with any eSIMs in Jordan. This includes all iPhone devices from the iPhone XR onward, Samsung Galaxy S phones from the S20 onwards, and Google Pixel phones from the third generation onward.

However, not all smartphones support embedded SIM cards, even if they were manufactured in the last year or so. Some manufacturers are reserving this feature for their premium devices, plus it depends on where the phone was made.

You can check out our list of compatible devices here.

The easiest way of checking whether your device supports an eSIM is to dial *#06#. This will allow you to see a list of unique serial codes for your phone; if you see an EID number, it means that your cell phone is eSIM compatible.

Data Needed When Traveling to Jordan

How big an eSIM you need depends on how much data you typically use. It is best if you check your usage on your phone, and also think about how often you will be near your hotel’s wifi too.

You will only need data for when you are on the go, without Wi-Fi reception. But if you are traveling around in Jordan, then it is critical to be able to use maps, find restaurants, and maybe post on Insta or TikTok. You get the picture.

Low Data Users

If you only intend on using maps and a little bit of Google, then go with about 1-2 GB per day. You can always top up with most of the providers above anyway. Airalo is probably your best bet, or if you want a little more than 3GB, try Nomad.

Heavy Data Users

If you need to surf a lot, check out Insta or TikTok or watch lots of movies and videos then I would go with Holafly and get unlimited data. You won’t regret it!

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I get an eSIM in Jordan?

You can easily buy an eSIM once you arrive in Jordan. All you need is wifi to get online and then buy one from Airalo, Nomad or Holafly.

How do I activate my eSIM in Jordan?

Buy and install your eSIM before you leave for Jordan, then once you land, simply activate it by connecting it to the local mobile network. It usually takes a minute or two for the final connection to be made.