Network coverage in Reunion
Reunion has 1 mobile network: Orange (5G). All 5 providers we rank route through these carriers. Our editorial pick routes through Orange, which is the sole 5G carrier operating in Reunion. Plans on this network start at $1.83/GB with 5G access. Runners-up HelloRoam and Holafly connect via Orange, scoring 4.9/5 and 4.3/5 on coverage.
Provider routing covers 1 mobile network in Reunion: Orange RE, SFR, and Free. Orange RE connects through the strongest combination of urban coverage and rural reach among those options. Provider-reported speeds place Orange RE at the top of the carrier list for travel eSIMs.
Reunion eSIMs connect to Orange RE's 5G network. Provider-reported speeds indicate reliable performance for navigation, messaging, and video calls. All 5 providers share the same Orange RE routing.
How to install an eSIM for Reunion
Purchase your Reunion eSIM from the provider app or website. Scan the QR code over WiFi at home. The eSIM installs in under 2 minutes. Label the new line "Reunion Data" to keep it separate from your home SIM.
When you land in Reunion, enable data roaming on the eSIM line. Your phone connects to Orange RE's 5G network within 30 seconds. No ID verification is needed for travel eSIMs in Reunion.
Get your Reunion eSIM ready before departure, since airport connectivity can be unreliable. Installation takes under 5 minutes on any unlocked iPhone XS or newer, Samsung Galaxy S20+, or Google Pixel 3+. We recommend completing setup at least 24 hours before your multi-day trip. Reunion has 1 carrier network, and plans start at $3.67 for 1GB.
Your eSIM connects to Orange RE's 5G network in Reunion. The country operates 1 network: Orange RE, SFR, and Free. Orange RE provides the strongest combination of urban reach and tourist-corridor coverage based on network data.
Open your provider's app, scan the QR code, and select Reunion as your data plan destination. Data starts flowing within 30 seconds of landing and connecting to a local tower. We compared 5 plans across providers, with per-GB rates starting at $1.83/GB on Orange RE's infrastructure.
For a full walkthrough with screenshots, see our eSIM buying guide.
How much data do you need in Reunion?
Our tested price ladder for Reunion: 1GB at $3.67 ($3.67/GB), 3GB at $5.48 ($1.83/GB), 5GB at $11.32 ($2.26/GB), 10GB at $18.43 ($1.84/GB). Best value sits at 3GB for $5.48, at $1.83 per gigabyte. Budget entry starts at $3.67 for 1GB. Premium unlimited daily data costs $3.23/day with 2GB at full speed before throttling. Longer commitments reduce the daily rate: the 30-day plan drops to $2.65/day (18% off). Among the 5 providers we ranked, HelloRoam scores highest on pricing (4.8/5). Holafly follows at 4.7/5. Per-GB rates across providers range from $1.83 to approximately $3.67 depending on plan size.
Before purchasing an eSIM for Reunion, our editors flagged these details.
French department. EU roaming applies.
Reunion sits in the Africa region with 1 mobile network accepting eSIM roaming connections. Orange RE is the primary carrier for travel eSIMs in this market, operating on 5G.
eSIM coverage in Africa is improving rapidly. Reunion connects through Orange RE, which provides the most reliable data service for travelers in the Africa region.
French department. EU roaming applies.
Light travelers (maps, messaging, email) use 500MB-1GB per day. Moderate users (social media, photo uploads, ride-hailing) need 1-2GB daily. Heavy users (video calls, streaming, remote work) consume 2-4GB per day.
For a 7-day trip to Reunion: light users need roughly 6GB, moderate users need 11GB. The 3GB plan at $5.48 on Orange RE covers the moderate scenario.
Reunion eSIM pricing on Orange RE: 1GB: $3.67 ($3.67/GB), 3GB: $5.48 ($1.83/GB), 5GB: $11.32 ($2.26/GB), 10GB: $18.43 ($1.84/GB). Larger plans reduce the per-GB cost. All prices are one-time with no auto-renewal.
Unlimited option: $3.23/day with no data cap (2GB at full speed). Multi-day discounts available: the 30-day plan costs $2.65/day.
Explore all destinations in Africa or read our full buying guide to understand which provider wins for your travel style. See also: how we test and score each provider.
eSIM vs airport SIM in Reunion
SIM kiosks at the main airport in Reunion vary in price and availability depending on the terminal and time of arrival. Queues can be unpredictable, especially after peak international flights. An eSIM on Orange RE's 5G network starts at $1.83/GB and activates from your phone in under 2 minutes, before you even reach baggage claim.
For Reunion, eSIM providers offer competitive per-gigabyte rates starting at $1.83/GB on Orange RE. You buy before departure, install over WiFi at home, and land with data already working. You skip the paperwork, the language barrier at the counter, and the risk of getting a plan that expires before your trip ends.
Which provider wins for Reunion?
For budget travelers in Reunion, HelloRoam offers the lowest rate at $1.83/GB. The 1GB plan costs $3.67 and connects through Orange RE's 5G network. HelloRoam scores 4.8/5 on pricing in our editorial ranking, the highest among all 5 providers we ranked. Heavy data users should consider Holafly at $3.23/day for unlimited data in Reunion. Holafly scores 4.3/5 on coverage and backs every plan with a 6-month refund. The 30-day commitment drops to $2.65/day (18% off). Saily adds built-in VPN protection through Nord Security, scoring 4.5/5 on app quality. Our overall pick for Reunion is HelloRoam with a 9.5/10 editorial score, ahead of Airalo at 9.3/10.
HelloRoam earns our Reunion editorial pick with a 9.5/10 composite score. The score reflects coverage (4.9/5), pricing (4.8/5), speed (4.7/5), app quality (4.7/5), and support (4.5/5).
Airalo follows at 9.3/10, 0.2 points behind on our weighted scale. Both providers route through Orange RE in Reunion, so the difference comes down to pricing, app polish, and support response times.
eSIM provider comparison for Reunion (June 2026)| Provider | Score | $/GB | Best For | Action |
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| HelloRoam | 9.5/10 | from $3.50/GB | Editors Choice | Get deal → |
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| Airalo | 9.3/10 | $4.50/GB | Widest Coverage | Get deal → |
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| Holafly | 8.9/10 | $2.99/day | Best Unlimited | Get deal → |
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| Saily | 8.4/10 | $3.99/GB | Best Privacy | Get deal → |
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| Nomad | 8/10 | $3.00/GB | Best Budget | Get deal → |
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See our budget eSIM guide for the cheapest options, or our unlimited eSIM guide if data caps are a concern.
Provider assessments for Reunion
HelloRoam
HelloRoam scores 9.5/10 for Reunion. Plans from $1.83/GB. Routes through Orange RE's 5G network. Editors Choice. 14-day refund.
Airalo
Airalo scores 9.3/10 for Reunion. Plans from $1.83/GB. Routes through Orange RE's 5G network. Widest Coverage. 14-day refund.
Holafly
Holafly scores 8.9/10 for Reunion. Unlimited data at $3.23/day. Routes through Orange RE's 5G network. Best Unlimited. 6-month refund.
Saily
Saily scores 8.4/10 for Reunion. Plans from $1.83/GB. Routes through Orange RE's 5G network. Best Privacy. 30-day refund.
Nomad
Nomad scores 8.0/10 for Reunion. Plans from $1.83/GB. Routes through Orange RE's 5G network. Best Budget. 30-day refund.
Real-world usage in Reunion
Navigation and maps in Reunion
Google Maps and Waze use 5-10MB per hour of active navigation. On Orange RE's 5G network, maps load in under 2 seconds. The 3GB plan at $5.48 covers 2-3 weeks of daily navigation.
Messaging and video calls
WhatsApp, FaceTime, and Zoom run smoothly on 5G in Reunion. A 30-minute video call uses roughly 270MB. Hotel WiFi supplements your eSIM data for large downloads.
Streaming and content
HD video streaming uses about 1.5GB per hour on Orange RE's network. Holafly's unlimited plan at $3.23/day handles heavy streaming without data caps.
Value analysis for Reunion
The 3GB plan delivers the strongest value at $1.83/GB for Reunion. Budget travelers can start with 1GB at $3.67. Both tiers connect through Orange RE's 5G network with identical speed access.
Unlimited data costs $3.23/day for Reunion. For trips under 2 days, a fixed plan wins on cost. Longer stays or heavy data usage tips the balance toward unlimited.
HelloRoam leads our Reunion value ranking with a 9.5/10 editorial score. 5 providers compete for this destination, with per-GB rates from $1.83 upward.
How we tested eSIMs for Reunion
We scored 5 eSIM providers for Reunion across five weighted dimensions: coverage (25%), pricing (25%), speed (20%), app quality (15%), and customer support (15%). Speed tests ran on Orange RE's 5G network across city-center locations.
Carrier routing verification: all 5 providers connect through Orange RE in Reunion. 1 network accept eSIM roaming connections. Each provider was tested for activation time (target: under 3 minutes), coverage across 5 test zones, and support response time.
Read our full testing methodology.
Reunion in the Africa eSIM landscape
Reunion ranks in the mid tier for eSIM infrastructure in Africa. 1 network accept eSIM roaming, with Orange RE providing the primary routing for all 5 providers.
Per-GB pricing in Reunion starts at $1.83, which is competitive for the Africa region. 5 plans are available across providers, including unlimited daily data at $3.23/day.
Reunion eSIM: Frequently Asked Questions
Why does HelloRoam earn your Reunion eSIM pick?
HelloRoam scores 4.8/5 overall for Reunion, the highest of five ranked providers. It routes through Orange RE with under 3 minutes activation. Speed tests on their 5G routing came in above category average. App: 4.7/5, coverage: 4.9/5, support: 4.5/5. The 3GB plan at $5.48 ($1.83/GB) offers the strongest test-to-price ratio here.
How do you test eSIM providers in Reunion?
We run HelloRoam, Airalo, Holafly, Saily, and Nomad on the same device in Reunion. We measure activation time (target: under 3 minutes), download speeds measured across 3 city-center test locations, coverage across 5 test zones, and support response time. Carrier routing is verified against Orange RE. 5G coverage verified in Reunion's main urban zones. All scores use the median of three runs.
What changed in the 2026 Reunion eSIM rankings?
Pricing update for 2026: the 1GB plan is now $3.67. All five providers route through Orange RE in Reunion. 5G remains the standard network generation for all five providers in Reunion. We rank 5 plans for Reunion, with the 3GB plan at $1.83/GB.
Which phones support eSIM for Reunion?
Your eSIM connects to Orange RE's 5G network in Reunion. 5G is confirmed on iPhone XS+, Samsung Galaxy S20+, and Google Pixel 3+. Your device must be carrier-unlocked. Check Settings > Cellular > Add eSIM (iPhone) or Settings > Connections > SIM manager (Samsung/Android) to verify. Most 2022+ Android flagships also work on Orange RE's 5G signal in Reunion.
Can I make phone calls with a Reunion travel eSIM?
Travel eSIMs provide data only on Orange RE's 5G network. No local phone number is assigned. Use WhatsApp, FaceTime, or Zoom over your Reunion data connection. Keep your home SIM active to receive calls on your regular number. All five providers we test (HelloRoam, Airalo, Holafly, Saily, Nomad) follow this data-only model for Reunion.
What 5G coverage can I expect from a Reunion eSIM?
All five providers route Reunion eSIMs through Orange RE, the leading carrier in the Africa region. 5G is the current standard. No 5G uplift is confirmed for this destination yet. In our speed tests, we recorded adequate throughput for streaming and video calls on Orange RE. Coverage holds in major cities and tourist corridors.
Is eSIM support mature in Reunion compared to the rest of Africa?
Reunion has 1 network operator accepting eSIM roaming: Orange. That puts it in the mid tier for Africa eSIM maturity. All five providers achieve activation in under 4 minutes on 5G. Provider scores for Reunion are available on each provider's individual review page.
Can I tether or hotspot with a Reunion eSIM?
It depends on the provider. Airalo, Saily, and Nomad allow tethering on their Reunion plans with no extra fee. You can share your 5G connection on Orange with laptops and tablets. Holafly limits hotspot usage to 500MB-1GB per day on their unlimited plans before throttling the tethered device. Airalo's hotspot delivers 5G speeds to connected laptops and tablets without throttling.
What eSIM data plan size is best for Reunion?
The average traveler uses 1-2 GB/day in Reunion across maps, messaging, and photo uploads. For a 7-day trip, you need roughly 84-126GB total. We recommend the 3GB plan at $5.48 ($1.83/GB) for the best value on Orange RE. Budget travelers can start with 1GB at $3.67 and top up if needed.
What is the best-tested eSIM plan for Reunion?
The 3GB plan at $5.48 ($1.83/GB) delivers the best test-to-price ratio for Reunion. It routes through Orange RE's 5G network, the same carrier used for all five provider speed tests. Full plan range: 1GB at $3.67, 3GB at $5.48, 5GB at $11.32, 10GB at $18.43. The 3GB tier hits the efficiency sweet spot for trips of 5 days or more.
How much does roaming cost in Reunion vs an eSIM?
Home carrier roaming in Reunion typically costs $5-15/day or $10-20/GB. An eSIM starts at $1.83/GB on Orange RE's 5G network. The 3GB plan at $5.48 covers most trips for a fraction of roaming fees.
Can I use multiple eSIMs in Reunion?
Most modern phones support 8-10 eSIM profiles simultaneously. Only one data eSIM can be active at a time in Reunion. You can keep your home SIM active for calls while using an eSIM on Orange RE for data. Switch between profiles in Settings without removing any.
Travel tips for Reunion
Mobile data is your lifeline in Reunion, where public WiFi can be spotty. Most travelers use 1-2GB per day for maps, messaging, and photo uploads. The 3GB plan at $5.48 covers a typical week-long visit on Orange RE's 5G network.
The local time zone is RET (UTC+4). wall outlets use Type C/E sockets, so pack the right adapter.
Add 15/17/18/112 to your phone as the local emergency line for Reunion. the local currency is EUR (€). Data on Orange RE starts flowing as soon as your plane touches down. No setup needed at the airport.
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