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Best eSIM for France: Complete Country Guide 2025

Discover the best eSIM plans for France travel.

France Expert
1/4/2025
7 min read

Skip the Kiosk at CDG: Instant Data for France

Landing at Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) or Orly without internet is stressful. With an Ovosim eSIM, you connect to local French networks (Orange, Bouygues, SFR) the moment your plane lands. No queuing at Relay shops, no passport registration, and no $10/day roaming fees.

Premium Networks

We prioritize connections to Orange and Bouygues Telecom, giving you the fastest 5G speeds in Paris and the countryside.

Apps Work Instantly

Call an Uber, check Citymapper for the Metro, and translate menus with Google Lens immediately upon arrival.

Total Coverage

From the Eiffel Tower to the lavender fields of Provence and the beaches of Nice. 99% population coverage.

Cost vs. US Carriers & Airport SIMs

ServiceCost (7 Days)Setup TimeData Limit
πŸ‡«πŸ‡· Ovosim eSIM€8.99 (Total)Instant (QR Code)5GB High Speed
Verizon / AT&T Roaming€70.00 ($10/day)AutomaticUsually 500MB/day
CDG Airport SIM (Relay)€30.00 - €40.0030+ Mins (Queue + Register)Varies

Best eSIM Plans for France (2025)

BEST SELLER

France Explorer - 20GB

For Digital Nomads & Heavy Social Media Users

€23.99
Just €1.20 / GB

Why travelers love this plan:

  • 20GB Data: Enough for 300+ hours of Google Maps.
  • Hotspot: Share data with your laptop or friends.
  • 30 Days: Valid for long vacations.
  • 5G Speed: Priority network access.

"Worked perfectly in the Paris Metro and even in the Alps while skiing." - Mark D.

Get 20GB Plan

Instant QR delivery via Email

Paris Weekender (10 Days)€9.99

The cheapest way to stay connected for a short trip to Paris, Nice, or Lyon.

  • β€’ 5GB High Speed Data
  • β€’ 10 Days Validity
  • β€’ Works on Orange/Bouygues
Select 5GB Plan

Extended Tour (30 Days)€16.99

Perfect for a 2-week vacation visiting multiple French regions.

  • β€’ 10GB High Speed Data
  • β€’ 30 Days Validity
  • β€’ 5G where available
Select 10GB Plan

Which Plan Should I Choose?

πŸ“Έ The Social Traveler

Uses Instagram Stories, Google Maps, Uber, and sends photos.

Recommended: 10GB (15 Days)

You will use approx 500MB - 700MB per day.

πŸ—ΊοΈ The Minimalist

Only uses Maps, WhatsApp text, and web browsing for restaurants.

Recommended: 5GB (5 Days)

You will use approx 200MB - 300MB per day.

Network Quality: What to Expect

City vs Countryside

Paris (Metro & Street)Deep indoor coverage
Excellent 5G
High Speed Trains (TGV)Between cities
Good 4G
French Alps / SkiingResort areas
Very Good

Useful Apps for France

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CitymapperBest for Metro
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VivinoWine Scanner
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DeepLBest Translator
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SNCF ConnectTrain Tickets

FAQ: France eSIM

Do I need a French phone number?

For most tourists, no. You can use WhatsApp/iMessage for calls. Ovosim plans are data-only, but you keep your original number active for texts.

Which network will I connect to?

Your phone will automatically select the strongest signal between Orange, Bouygues Telecom, or SFR, ensuring you have the best coverage available.

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