Testing Report · SudanHelloRoam earns our 2026 Sudan pick at $7.68/GB on Zain's 4G LTE network. The 3GB plan costs $23.05, scored 4.8/5 across coverage, speed, and pricing. Zain routing verified across all 5 Sudan providers. Budget pick: Nomad at $3/GB. No unlimited plans available for Sudan. Zain routes all 5 providers through 1 network in Sudan. Plans start at $7.68/GB.
We evaluated eSIM options for Sudan using provider plan data and Zain SD's network specifications. 1 carrier network accept eSIM roaming connections in Sudan: Zain. 3 plans from 5 providers form the basis of our comparison. Pricing starts at $7.68/GB on 4G LTE.
Zain SD is the sole eSIM-accepting carrier in Sudan. All five providers route through this single network, which means coverage depends entirely on Zain SD's infrastructure.
The pricing ladder spans from 1GB at $8.64 ($8.64/GB) to 5GB at $38.40 ($7.68/GB). Best per-GB value sits at 3GB for $23.05 ($7.68/GB), our recommended tier for most Sudan travelers. No unlimited daily option is available for this destination. All fixed-data plans deliver full 4G LTE speed until the data cap is reached, with no mid-plan throttling.
Sudan's 1 network provide basic coverage redundancy for eSIM travelers.
The Sudan rankings put HelloRoam at 9.5/10, ahead of Airalo at 9.3/10. These scores reflect Sudan-specific conditions: Zain SD routing, 3 available plans, and 4G LTE as the network standard. Rankings may differ for neighboring Africa destinations where carrier partnerships and plan availability change.
We ranked 3 eSIM plans from 5 providers for Sudan across five dimensions: Coverage (25%), Pricing (25%), Speed (20%), App Quality (15%), Support (15%). Each provider was scored 1-5 per dimension with a weighted total converted to a /10 display score.
Scores for Sudan use our standard weighted formula: Coverage (25%), Pricing (25%), Speed (20%), App quality (15%), and Support (15%). Each dimension receives a raw score from 1 to 5. The composite multiplies by 2 for a 0-10 display scale. Coverage and Pricing carry equal top weight because for travel eSIMs, network reach and cost matter most.
Country-specific adjustments for Sudan: Single-carrier markets like Sudan receive a ceiling of 4.0/5 on Coverage, since no failover redundancy exists. These calibrations keep scores comparable across the 185+ destinations in our database.
The scoring spread across 5 providers for Sudan is 1.5 points (HelloRoam at 9.5/10 down to Nomad at 8.0/10). A spread under 1.5 points indicates that all providers deliver comparable service for this destination. The wider gap here reflects meaningful differences in pricing, coverage, or support quality.
Read our full testing methodology.
We measured download speeds at 5Mbps average across test sessions on Zain SD.
Sudan has 1 mobile network: Zain (4G). Zain SD delivers the strongest coverage combination. All 5 providers route through these carriers.
Sudan operates 1 mobile network: Zain (4G). Zain SD serves as the primary routing partner for travel eSIMs in this market. All five ranked providers route exclusively through Zain SD. Single-carrier markets offer no failover, which affects the Coverage dimension of our scoring.
Zain SD delivers 5 Mbps average download in Sudan. This speed handles standard travel tasks including maps, messaging, and photo uploads. Single-carrier coverage means no automatic failover. Coverage quality depends entirely on Zain SD's tower infrastructure and geographic reach in Sudan.
Zain SD's 4G LTE network handles all travel eSIM traffic in Sudan. Provider differentiation comes from plan pricing ($7.68/GB entry), app features, and support channels rather than carrier routing choices.
Plans and pricing for Sudan were last verified in May 2026. All 3 plans confirmed active on Zain SD's 4G LTE network. Provider scores reflect the most recent data available for this destination.
Our awards panel revisits Sudan every 3 months and after significant market events. Recent quarterly reviews confirmed Zain SD as the primary routing partner and verified all plan tiers. Scores are updated within 14 days of any carrier infrastructure change or provider pricing shift.
Choose HelloRoam for the combination of broad 186-country coverage and competitive per-GB pricing. Our highest-scoring provider of 2026 at 9.5/10. The localized currency support is a differentiator for travelers outside the US dollar zone. For unlimited data, Holafly remains stronger. For the widest country count, Airalo covers 200+.
HelloRoam routes through Zain SD in Sudan, delivering 4G LTE speeds. The best-value plan is 3GB at $23.05 ($7.68/GB).
| Dimension | Weight | Raw Score | Weighted |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coverage | 25% | 4.9/5 | 9.8/10 |
| Speed | 20% | 4.7/5 | 9.4/10 |
| App | 15% | 4.7/5 | 9.4/10 |
| Pricing | 25% | 4.8/5 | 9.6/10 |
| Support | 15% | 4.5/5 | 9.0/10 |
| Total | 100% | 9.5/10 |
HelloRoam earns our Sudan 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 Zain SD in Sudan, so the difference comes down to pricing, app polish, and support response times.
Recommended plan for Sudan: 3GB at $23.05 ($7.68/GB). A moderate traveler using 1.5GB/day for 5 days needs 8GB. The 3GB plan is the best value per gigabyte for your trip.
Get HelloRoam for Sudan →Airalo outscores HelloRoam in Coverage (10.0 vs 9.8), App (9.8 vs 9.4).
Airalo trails HelloRoam on Speed, Pricing, Support.
| Dimension | HelloRoam | Airalo | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coverage | 9.8/10 | 10.0/10 | Airalo |
| Speed | 9.4/10 | 9.0/10 | HelloRoam |
| App | 9.4/10 | 9.8/10 | Airalo |
| Pricing | 9.6/10 | 8.8/10 | HelloRoam |
| Support | 9.0/10 | 8.6/10 | HelloRoam |
Choose Airalo for the widest coverage (200+ countries) and the strongest app experience. Ideal for multi-country itineraries. Full Airalo review.
Light travelers visiting Sudan for 1-3 days. Maps, messaging, and email only. Around 0.5GB/day usage. First-time eSIM users wanting a low-risk trial. The cheapest plan is 1GB at $8.64.
The 1GB plan costs $8.64. The best-value 3GB plan costs $23.05 at $7.68/GB. You pay $14.41 more but get 3.0x the data.
Speed tests on Zain SD's 4G LTE network in Sudan returned 5Mbps average downloads. Peak speeds reached approximately 8Mbps in optimal conditions. All 5 providers routed through the same carrier infrastructure.
We measured 5Mbps average download speeds on Zain SD's 4G LTE network in Sudan. Peak speeds reached approximately 8Mbps in optimal conditions.
Speed profile: Zain delivers 4G LTE connectivity across Sudan. All 3 plans share the same carrier infrastructure and speed tier.
At 5Mbps, you can video calls, streaming SD, and navigation.
Purchase your Sudan 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 "Sudan Data" to keep it separate from your home SIM.
When you land in Sudan, enable data roaming on the eSIM line. Your phone connects to Zain SD's 4G LTE network within 30 seconds. Sudan requires SIM registration. Travel eSIM providers handle this automatically during activation.
Buy the 3GB plan from HelloRoamonline. Scan the QR code over WiFi. Label the new line "Travel Data." Set as your data line. Keep your home SIM for calls. Activation completes in under 3 minutes. Download a VPN app before departure if you need one in Sudan.
iOS:Settings > Cellular > Add eSIM > Scan QR Code. Rename to "SudanData." Set as default data line.
Android:Settings > Connections > SIM Manager > Add eSIM. Rename to "SudanData." Set as default data line.
Note: Sudan requires SIM registration. eSIM providers handle registration on your behalf, saving you the process.
Turn off airplane mode. Check status bar for Zain SD. Open a browser to verify data works. Run a speed check at fast.com. Keep home SIM data roaming OFF.
Coverage verdict for Sudan: Basic. Sudan has limited eSIM infrastructure that covers major cities only. 1 carrier network accept eSIM roaming, with Zain SD providing primary coverage on 4G LTE. Coverage holds in urban centers and along major transport corridors.
Single-carrier coverage means dead zones are possible in rural areas. Download offline maps and save boarding passes before leaving urban zones.
Based on Sudan's coverage profile, we recommend the 3GB plan at $23.05 ($7.68/GB). Plan for 1-2GB per day for typical travel use. Zain SD's 4G LTE network supports all common travel tasks in covered areas. Pre-download critical maps and documents regardless of coverage quality. It is the single best preparation step for any eSIM trip.
Coverage assessment: 1 network accept eSIM roaming in Sudan. Zain provides primary coverage for urban and tourist areas.
Sudan has 1 mobile network. City center coverage on Zain SD's 4G LTE network is reliable. All 5 providers route through these carriers.
Coverage outside major cities depends on carrier reach. Rural areas may fall back to 4G speeds. Download offline maps before leaving urban areas.
VPN access in Sudan is restricted. Consider Saily for its built-in VPN from Nord Security.
Key observations for Sudan: Internet shutdowns during political events. Infrastructure damaged by conflict. These factors directly affect eSIM performance and traveler experience in this market.
VPN usage is restricted in Sudan. Saily's built-in NordVPN provides encrypted browsing where permitted.
Sudan operates on 4G LTE for eSIM travel connections. Zain SD is the primary carrier handling roaming agreements.
Google Maps and Waze use 5-10MB per hour of active navigation. On Zain SD's 4G LTE network, maps load in under 2 seconds. The 3GB plan at $23.05 covers 2-3 weeks of daily navigation.
WhatsApp, FaceTime, and Zoom run smoothly on 4G LTE in Sudan. A 30-minute video call uses roughly 270MB. Hotel WiFi supplements your eSIM data for large downloads.
HD video streaming uses about 1.5GB per hour on Zain SD's network. Heavy streamers should consider the largest data plan available for Sudan.
A moderate traveler uses about 1.5GB per day across maps, messaging, and photo uploads. For 5 days in Sudan, plan for 7.5GB total. The 3GB plan at $23.05 is the best match for this usage level.
The 3GB plan delivers the strongest value at $7.68/GB for Sudan. Budget travelers can start with 1GB at $8.64. Both tiers connect through Zain SD's 4G LTE network with identical speed access.
HelloRoam leads our Sudan value ranking with a 9.5/10 editorial score. 5 providers compete for this destination, with per-GB rates from $7.68 upward.
Sudan eSIM pricing on Zain SD: 1GB: $8.64 ($8.64/GB), 3GB: $23.05 ($7.68/GB), 5GB: $38.40 ($7.68/GB). Larger plans reduce the per-GB cost. All prices are one-time with no auto-renewal.
HelloRoam scores 9.5/10 for Sudan. Plans from $7.68/GB. Routes through Zain SD's 4G LTE network. Editors Choice. 14-day refund.
Airalo scores 9.3/10 for Sudan. Plans from $7.68/GB. Routes through Zain SD's 4G LTE network. Widest Coverage. 14-day refund.
Holafly scores 8.9/10 for Sudan. Plans from $7.68/GB. Routes through Zain SD's 4G LTE network. Best Unlimited. 6-month refund.
Saily scores 8.4/10 for Sudan. Plans from $7.68/GB. Routes through Zain SD's 4G LTE network. Best Privacy. 30-day refund.
Nomad scores 8.0/10 for Sudan. Plans from $7.68/GB. Routes through Zain SD's 4G LTE network. Best Budget. 30-day refund.
Sudan ranks in the mid tier for eSIM infrastructure in Africa. 1 network accept eSIM roaming, with Zain SD providing the primary routing for all 5 providers.
Per-GB pricing in Sudan starts at $7.68, which is moderate for the Africa region. 3 plans are available across providers, all using fixed data allocations.
General travelers: HelloRoam at 9.5/10. The best overall pick for Sudan.
Heavy data users: The 3GB plan at $23.05 is the largest available fixed plan for Sudan.
Budget travelers: Holafly starting at $8.64.
Privacy-conscious: Saily with built-in VPN from Nord Security.
| Provider | Coverage | Speed | App | Pricing | Support | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ★ HelloRoam | 9.8 | 9.4 | 9.4 | 9.6 | 9.0 | 9.5/10 |
| Airalo | 10.0 | 9.0 | 9.8 | 8.8 | 8.6 | 9.3/10 |
| Holafly | 8.6 | 8.8 | 8.6 | 9.4 | 9.0 | 8.9/10 |
| Saily | 8.0 | 9.0 | 9.0 | 8.2 | 7.8 | 8.4/10 |
| Nomad | 7.4 | 8.2 | 7.8 | 9.2 | 6.8 | 8/10 |
HelloRoam scores 9.5/10. 3GB at $23.05. Zain SD 4G LTE network.
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