Indonesia eSIM guide: Bali, Lombok, the Gilis and Java
Updated October 2026
The best eSIM for Indonesia is a data-only plan on the Telkomsel, Indosat or XL Axiata network. Most of Bali, Java and Lombok runs on 4G, and Telkomsel has 5G in parts of south Bali. Install it at home and you are online when you land at Bali airport. Expect gaps on Nusa Penida’s cliffs and at sea around Komodo.
What a trip costs
| Trip | eSIM price |
|---|---|
| Bali holiday (7 days) | 3 GB · 30 days: €8.99 |
| Bali + Lombok and the Gilis (14 days) | 10 GB · 30 days: €17.99 |
| Java + Bali overland (21 days) | 20 GB · 30 days: €29.99 |
| Digital nomad month in Bali (30 days) | 50 GB · 30 days: €39.99 |
Live prices in euros. Unlimited plans are also available for heavy use; the connection never stops (fair usage policy applies).
Coverage by area
| Where | What to expect |
|---|---|
| Bali (Canggu, Seminyak, Kuta, Ubud, Sanur) | Fast 4G across the south and Ubud, and at Ngurah Rai airport; 5G in parts of Denpasar and Badung. |
| Nusa Penida and Nusa Lembongan | Good in the harbour villages; patchy on the cliff viewpoints and remote beaches of Nusa Penida. |
| Lombok and the Gili islands | Good 4G in Senggigi, Kuta Lombok and the main villages on the Gilis; weaker on the far sides of the islands. |
| Labuan Bajo and Komodo | Good in Labuan Bajo town; patchy or none on boat trips through Komodo National Park. |
| Java (Jakarta, Yogyakarta, Bromo) | Strong 4G in the cities and 5G in parts of Jakarta; volcano viewpoints such as Bromo can be patchy. |
Do you need to register your IMEI in Indonesia?
No, not with a travel eSIM bought abroad. Indonesia’s IMEI registration applies to phones used with Indonesian SIM cards.
A travel eSIM connects to Indonesian networks as a roaming line, and customs states that visitors roaming on a foreign SIM do not register. If you buy a local SIM instead, register the IMEI at the operator’s outlet for stays up to 90 days.
eSIM, local SIM or roaming?
- Travel eSIM: bought online, QR code by email, fixed prepaid price, no IMEI registration, and your home SIM stays in the phone.
- Indonesian SIM: cheap, but you queue at an airport counter or store, register your phone’s IMEI, and take out your home SIM.
- Home-carrier roaming: no setup, but daily charges add up over a one- or two-week trip.
How much data you need
- Maps, Grab or Gojek rides and messaging: about 3 GB for a week in Bali.
- Daily photos, reels and video calls: 10 GB for two weeks.
- Remote work from cafés, video meetings or a laptop hotspot: 20–50 GB or unlimited for a month.
Useful apps in Indonesia
- Grab and Gojek: scooter and car rides plus food delivery in Bali, Jakarta and most big cities.
- Google Maps with Bali, Lombok and the Komodo area downloaded offline.
- WhatsApp: the usual way hotels, drivers and dive shops take bookings.
Setup
- Check that your phone supports eSIM and is carrier-unlocked.
- At home, on Wi-Fi, scan the QR code to add the eSIM.
- After landing, choose the eSIM for mobile data and turn on data roaming for that line only.
Indonesia eSIM questions
Do I need to register my phone’s IMEI in Indonesia to use an eSIM?
No, a travel eSIM from abroad needs no IMEI registration. The rule covers phones used with Indonesian SIM cards. Indonesian customs states that visitors roaming on a foreign SIM do not need to register.
Which network does an Indonesia eSIM use in Bali?
The eSIM connects to Telkomsel, Indosat or XL Axiata, depending on signal. All three cover the busy parts of Bali on 4G. Telkomsel also runs 5G in parts of Denpasar and Badung.
Does an eSIM work on the Gili islands and Nusa Penida?
Yes, in the villages and harbours you get 4G on both. Signal weakens on remote beaches, cliff viewpoints and boat crossings. Download ferry tickets and maps before you leave Bali.
Do I need a passport or ID to buy an Indonesia eSIM?
No, MyEsimGlobal eSIMs need no passport, ID or registration. You pay online and the QR code arrives by email right after payment.
When does my Indonesia eSIM plan start?
The validity starts on the first connection in Indonesia, not on the day you buy or install it. You can install it at home before the flight. If you never install or activate it, you get a full refund.
Can I use my Indonesia eSIM as a hotspot for my laptop?
Yes, hotspot is allowed on every plan. It suits remote work from a villa or café. Hotspot use counts toward your plan’s data.
Will I get an Indonesian phone number with the eSIM?
No, the eSIM is data-only and has no Indonesian number. Keep your home SIM in the phone for calls and SMS codes, with data roaming off on that line.