At a glance
- 1PelesimMost visitors who want a fixed data plan at a low price$9.6010 GB, 30 days
- 2UbigiTravellers who want every French network on one plan$1010 GB, 30 days
- 3NomadPeople who share data with a laptop$1410 GB, 30 days
- 4AiraloPeople who want round-the-clock chat support$1710 GB, 30 days
- 5HolaflyHeavy users who never want to count gigabytesUnlimited only
How we picked
We compared the plan most visitors to France buy, 10 GB for 30 days, plus 5 GB for lighter users and each provider’s unlimited option, networks, hotspot rules, refunds and support. Prices were read from each provider’s own France page on November 5, 2026. Pelesim prices are shown before VAT; other prices are as each site displayed them, and local taxes may apply.
Which plan for your trip
- A long weekend in Paris: Pelesim 5 GB for $6.
- One to four weeks: Pelesim 10 GB for $9.60.
- Working remotely or streaming: Pelesim 20 GB for $15, or its 5G pass with 3 GB a day at full speed, $16 for 7 days.
- A stay of several months: Pelesim 50 GB for $34, valid for 180 days.
- All four French networks on one plan: Ubigi, 10 GB for $10.
France only, or more of Europe?
A country plan is the cheaper choice when France is your whole trip. If you are adding Italy, Spain or more of Europe, one regional plan saves buying a second eSIM at the border; our best eSIMs for Europe list compares them. Going on to a single neighbour? See our best eSIMs for Spain and best eSIMs for Italy.
No. 1, our pick
Pelesim
Best for most visitors who want a fixed data plan at a low price
The lowest 10 GB price of the five, on Orange and Bouygues 5G, with 5 GB from $6 and an unlimited week for $9.20.
What we like
- 10 GB for 30 days for $9.60
- 5 GB for $6 and 20 GB for $15, both for 30 days
- Unlimited day passes, 7 days for $9.20 (1 GB a day, then 512 Kbps)
- Refund within 30 days if the eSIM is not activated
Keep in mind
- Data only, no phone number
- The $9.20 unlimited pass runs on Orange only and slows to 512 Kbps after each day's 1 GB
- 10 GB / 30 days
- $9.60
- 5 GB / 30 days
- $6
- Unlimited
- 7 days for $9.20
- Hotspot
- Allowed
- Phone number
- No
- Networks
- Orange, Bouygues
No. 2
Ubigi
Best for travellers who want every French network on one plan
A carrier-backed plan on all four French networks for $10 for 10 GB, 40 cents above Pelesim, that starts on arrival.
What we like
- Orange, SFR, Bouygues and Free on one plan
- Starts when it activates on arrival in France, with 6 months to do so
- Top up in the app, even with no data left
Keep in mind
- No 5 GB plan, only 3 GB ($4) or 10 GB
- Unlimited is $20 for 7 days
- 10 GB / 30 days
- $10
- 5 GB / 30 days
- No plan
- Unlimited
- 7 days for $20
- Hotspot
- Data sharing allowed
- Networks
- Orange, SFR, Bouygues, Free
No. 3
Nomad
Best for people who share data with a laptop
Hotspot-friendly, on Orange and Free, at $14 for 10 GB.
What we like
- Hotspot and tethering supported
- Starts when your phone connects to a French network
- 5 GB for 30 days for $9
Keep in mind
- 10 GB for 30 days is $14
- Must be activated within 60 days of purchase
- 10 GB / 30 days
- $14
- 5 GB / 30 days
- $9
- Unlimited
- 7 days for $25
- Hotspot
- Allowed
- Phone number
- Some plans
- Networks
- Orange, Free
No. 4
Airalo
Best for people who want round-the-clock chat support
The biggest name in eSIMs, with 24/7 support on WhatsApp, at $17 for 10 GB, and its France page does not name the network.
What we like
- 24/7 multi-language support, including WhatsApp
- Unlimited from $11 for 3 days
Keep in mind
- 10 GB for 30 days is $17
- Its France page does not state the network or the unlimited plans' fair-use terms
- 10 GB / 30 days
- $17
- 5 GB / 30 days
- $11
- Unlimited
- 7 days for $23.50
- Hotspot
- Not stated
- Networks
- Not stated
No. 5
Holafly
Best for heavy users who never want to count gigabytes
Unlimited-only passes on all four French networks for heavy streamers, at three times Pelesim's unlimited price, with hotspot capped at 1 GB a day.
What we like
- Every plan is unlimited, under a fair-use policy
- Uses Orange, SFR, Bouygues and Free
- Refunds can be requested for up to 6 months
Keep in mind
- 7 days is $27.50, 30 days is $73.90
- Hotspot capped at 1 GB a day
- 10 GB / 30 days
- No fixed plans
- 5 GB / 30 days
- No fixed plans
- Unlimited
- 7 days for $27.50
- Hotspot
- 1 GB a day
- Phone number
- No
- Networks
- Orange, SFR, Bouygues, Free
Compare all five
| Our pickPelesim | No. 2Ubigi | No. 3Nomad | No. 4Airalo | No. 5Holafly | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 GB / 30 days | $9.60 | $10 | $14 | $17 | No fixed plans |
| 5 GB / 30 days | $6 | No plan | $9 | $11 | No fixed plans |
| Unlimited | 7 days for $9.20 | 7 days for $20 | 7 days for $25 | 7 days for $23.50 | 7 days for $27.50 |
| Hotspot | Allowed | Data sharing allowed | Allowed | Not stated | 1 GB a day |
| Phone number | No | Not listed | Some plans | Not listed | No |
| Networks | Orange, Bouygues | Orange, SFR, Bouygues, Free | Orange, Free | Not stated | Orange, SFR, Bouygues, Free |
Common questions
How much does an eSIM for France cost?
In prices checked on 5 November 2026, 10 GB for 30 days in France cost $9.60 with Pelesim (before VAT), $10 with Ubigi, $14 with Nomad and $17 with Airalo. For 5 GB, Pelesim is $6, Nomad $9 and Airalo $11. Holafly sells unlimited plans only, at $27.50 for 7 days and $73.90 for 30 days.
Is there an unlimited data eSIM for France?
Yes. Pelesim sells a 7-day pass for France for $9.20, with 1 GB a day at full speed and then 512 Kbps, and a 5G pass with 3 GB a day for $16, checked 5 November 2026 and shown before VAT. Ubigi lists 7 days of unlimited data for $20, Airalo $23.50, Nomad $25 and Holafly $27.50. Each runs under its own daily limit or fair-use policy.
How much data do I need in France?
Maps, train apps and messaging use less than people expect, and 5 GB covers a typical week. Choose 10 GB or more if you will stream, share a hotspot with a laptop or stay two weeks or longer. If you cannot predict your use, a daily-unlimited pass removes the guesswork.
Which networks do France eSIMs use?
In this ranking Pelesim uses Orange and Bouygues, Ubigi and Holafly list Orange, SFR, Bouygues and Free, and Nomad uses Orange and Free. Airalo's France page does not name a network. A plan with more than one network lets your phone switch when one signal is weak.
Can I install a France eSIM before I fly?
Yes. Install the eSIM at home while you are online, then switch it on and enable data roaming for that line when you land. Ubigi's plan starts when it activates on arrival, and Nomad's when your phone joins a French network. Check first that your phone supports eSIM and is carrier unlocked. Keep your home SIM active for calls and SMS, since most of these plans are data only.
