French Guiana eSIM — Prepaid Travel Data
Features
- Super-fast 5G/4G internet
- Quick install without QR code available
- Instant activation and easy top-up
- Share internet with your friends
- Buy now, use later
Description
French Guiana is mostly rainforest, with a narrow strip of road along the Atlantic where nearly everyone lives. Cayenne sits at its centre, Kourou is up the coast, the Îles du Salut lie offshore, and the road west ends at Saint-Laurent-du-Maroni on the river. Beyond that thin coastal line the interior is reached by boat, and the change in connectivity is abrupt.
A French Guiana eSIM puts a fixed figure on the trip before you leave and works from arrival at Félix Éboué.
Sizing your plan. Coastal days use a normal amount — 3 to 5 GB over a week of maps, messaging and photographs. Time spent on the Maroni or in the forest uses almost nothing, because there is little to connect to. Two weeks mixing both rarely exceeds 10 GB unless you are uploading video.
- The coastal road — Cayenne, Rémire-Montjoly, Kourou, Sinnamary and Saint-Laurent-du-Maroni — is where the signal is.
- The interior and the rivers are effectively unserved. Pirogue trips up the Maroni, the Kaw marshes and forest lodges should be treated as offline.
- Tides and river levels govern boat departures and the turtle beaches at Awala-Yalimapo, so check them while you still have coverage on the coast.
A launch schedule that moves. Visitors timing a trip around the space centre at Kourou learn quickly that dates shift, and the updates arrive online rather than by post — one more reason to stay connected on the coast.
Data only, number unchanged. Your existing line stays active for calls, SMS and the codes your bank sends when you pay abroad.
Choose a plan below to match your route, whether that is the coastal road or a week that ends up the river. Delivery is immediate.
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Can I activate my plan later?
All plans have a 180-day activation window. If you buy a plan today and don't activate it before Feb 28, 2027, it will be activated automatically.
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What your French Guiana eSIM includes
- Data
- 1 GB – 20 GB, plus unlimited plans
- Validity
- 7–30 days from activation
- Network
- 5G / 4G LTE on local partner networks
- Installation
- One-tap Quick Install — no QR code needed (iOS 17.4+). QR code and manual setup also included.
- Delivery
- By email, minutes after payment
- Activation
- On arrival, when you switch the line on — up to 180 days to do it
- Top-up
- Rechargeable anytime, no reinstall
- Hotspot
- Supported — share with your travel companions
- Phone number
- Data only — keep your own number for calls, WhatsApp and SMS
- Coverage
- French Guiana
- Instant delivery
- Instant activation
- Money-back guarantee
- 24/7 support
How does RapideSIM work?
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Check your phone is compatible
Most recent smartphones support eSIM. Check yours in seconds.
Device compatibility checker → -
Choose your plan and buy
Pick the data plan that fits your trip — your QR code arrives by email right away.
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Scan the QR code and connect
Scan the code, enable data roaming, and you're online at your destination.
How to install your eSIM
- 1 Open Settings → Cellular / Mobile Data
- 2 Tap “Add eSIM”
- 3 Scan the QR code from your email
- 4 Enable data roaming on your RapideSIM line
- 1 Open Settings → Connections / Network
- 2 Open SIM Manager → “Add eSIM”
- 3 Scan the QR code from your email
- 4 Enable data roaming on your RapideSIM line
Full step-by-step guide with screenshots →
Full step-by-step guide with screenshots →
⚡ No QR code? Easy install is also available — just follow the link in your email.
Benefits of our eSIM
What you should know about eSIM
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Install before you travel and take off
Scan the QR code from your smartphone settings to add the data plan, but wait to activate it
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No local phone number
This eSIM provides data only and does not support traditional cell
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Your phone must support eSIM
Ensure Your Phone Is Unlocked and eSIM-Compatible
eSIM vs roaming vs local SIM
| eSIM vs roaming vs local SIM | RapideSIM | Roaming | Local SIM |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price known before you leave | ✓ | ✗ | ✓ |
| Ready before you land — no airport queue | ✓ | ✓ | ✗ |
| Keep your number & WhatsApp | ✓ | ✓ | ✗ |
| Local data rates | ✓ | ✗ | ✓ |
| No contract, no hidden fees | ✓ | ✗ | ✓ |
Plan prices — TRAVEL eSIM FRENCH GUIANA
| Plan | Validity | Price | Add |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 GB | 7 DAYS | $1.49 | |
| 5 GB | 30 DAYS | $5.99 | |
| 10 GB Most popular | 30 DAYS | $10.49 | |
| 20 GB | 30 DAYS | $23.49 | |
| UNLIMITED | 7 DAYS | $10.99 | |
| UNLIMITED | 15 DAYS | $23.49 | |
| UNLIMITED | 30 DAYS | $47.49 |
French Guiana eSIM: what to know before you travel
Which French Guiana eSIM plan should you choose?
Budget around 1 GB per week if you stick to maps, messaging and bookings. For a typical one- to two-week trip with social media, photos uploaded each evening and the odd video call, 5 to 10 GB is the right size. Beyond that — remote work, streaming, sharing your connection with the family — go for 20 GB or an unlimited plan. Picked the wrong one? It doesn't matter: the eSIM is rechargeable, so you add data mid-trip without reinstalling anything.
How much does a French Guiana eSIM cost?
Plans for French Guiana start at $1.49, and the price table above lists every option with its data, validity and exact price — no surprise charges when you land. The comparison that matters isn't with a local SIM card, it's with your operator's roaming: a few dollars for the whole trip instead of a bill calculated per megabyte. What you see is what you pay, once, and the eSIM never auto-renews.
Do you need a QR code to install your French Guiana eSIM?
No — and this is exactly the part travellers dread for no reason. Your confirmation email contains a Quick Install link: open it on the phone you're taking with you, tap once, and iOS (17.4 and later) opens the eSIM installer with every setting already filled in. No second screen, no camera, no typing an SM-DP+ address. The QR code and manual setup are still in the same email if you prefer the classic method or you're on Android.
Can you top up your eSIM once you are there?
Yes, and that is the real difference from an airport SIM card. If your data runs out halfway through your trip, you open the top-up page with your order number, pick a new package, and the data lands on the eSIM you already installed within seconds. Nothing to reinstall, no shop to find, no ID to show. Your usual number also stays active on your physical SIM throughout the trip: calls, texts and banking verification codes keep arriving as normal.
Is your phone eSIM-compatible?
Most smartphones released since 2018 support eSIM — iPhone XS and newer, Samsung Galaxy S20 and newer, Google Pixel 3 and newer. Your phone must be carrier-unlocked.
Device compatibility checker →FAQ
French Guiana eSIM — frequently asked questions
How do I install my French Guiana eSIM?
Your French Guiana eSIM arrives by email right after payment, as a QR code. Scan it from your phone settings (Add eSIM), turn on data roaming for the new line, and you’re connected. No QR handy? Use the quick-install link included in the same email.
Follow the visual walkthrough: iPhone guide · Samsung / Android guide.
When should I install it before my trip?
Ideally at home, before you fly — the plan only starts on arrival, once data roaming is on. You have up to 180 days after purchase to activate it, so buying early costs you nothing.
What coverage does the French Guiana eSIM offer?
Your eSIM connects automatically to the best local partner networks available. The full coverage details are listed in the Description tab above.
How long do the French Guiana plans last?
The plans on this page are valid for: 7 DAYS, 30 DAYS, 15 DAYS. The clock starts at activation on arrival, not at checkout — with a 180-day window to activate after purchase.
Can I add more data later?
Yes — this eSIM is rechargeable. Head to the recharge page with your order number, choose a package, and the data lands on your existing eSIM in seconds. No new installation needed.
How can I see how much data is left?
Enter your order number on the recharge & usage page to view your remaining balance and every plan linked to your eSIM.
Does hotspot / tethering work?
It does — turn your phone into a Wi-Fi hotspot and share your data with a laptop, tablet or travel buddy.
What if I run out of data?
Your eSIM simply goes offline — never a surprise bill. Recharge it in a few seconds from the recharge page and you’re back online on the same eSIM.
Will WhatsApp and my usual number keep working?
Absolutely. Your home SIM stays in place for calls, SMS and your WhatsApp account, while the eSIM quietly carries your internet. Remember to switch off data on your home line to dodge roaming fees.
How does unlimited data work here?
Unlimited plans are built for normal travel use — maps, socials, streaming in moderation. Very heavy usage (large downloads, constant background streaming) may be slowed under the fair-use policy. Read the full policy.