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France eSIM

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1 GB
7 Days
$3.25
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2 GB
15 Days
$3.95
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3 GB
30 Days
$4.80
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5 GB
30 Days
$7.45
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10 GBMost Popular
30 Days
$11.70
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20 GBBest Value
30 Days
$16.30
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Frequently Asked Questions

France eSIM

France has strong 4G/LTE coverage in cities, towns and along major roads. Paris and other big cities also have solid 5G in many areas. In rural parts, the Pyrenees or remote countryside coverage can get thinner, but for most of your trip you'll have no issues at all.
After purchase you'll get a QR code by email. Go to your phone settings, tap 'Add eSIM' and scan the code. Two minutes and it's done. Set it up at home before your flight so you land in Paris already connected — useful for getting from CDG or Orly straight into the city.
Paris has two main airports: Charles de Gaulle (CDG), the main international hub north of the city, and Orly (ORY), slightly closer to the centre and used mostly for European and domestic flights. Other notable airports include Lyon Saint-Exupéry (LYS), Nice Côte d’Azur (NCE), Marseille Provençal (MRS), Bordeaux (BOD) and Toulouse Blagnac (TLS).
Card payments are the norm in France and accepted almost everywhere. Even small boulangeries and cafés usually have a card reader. The one exception is some traditional markets, small village shops and parking meters, where cash is still expected. It’s worth having 20–50 euros on you just in case.
Spring (April–June) is lovely almost everywhere — mild weather, the countryside in bloom and Paris at its most photogenic. July and August are peak tourist season in Paris and the south, so expect crowds and higher prices. September and October are great for wine regions like Bordeaux and Burgundy during harvest. Ski season in the Alps and Pyrenees runs December to April.
The Airlivo France eSIM connects to a major French network such as Orange, SFR or Bouygues, with fast 4G/LTE and 5G in Paris, Lyon, Nice, Marseille and more. Orange has the widest and fastest coverage, so the signal holds up well in the countryside and on main routes too.
Mostly yes — many Paris Metro lines now have 4G on the platforms and in the tunnels, so you can navigate and message underground. A few older lines still have patchy spots, so it's worth downloading an offline map or screenshotting your route before you head down.
Corsica counts as mainland France, so your France eSIM works there with no extra step — expect good coverage in the towns and along the coast, thinning on remote hiking trails like the GR20. It won't cover other countries, though: for a trip that also takes in Spain, Italy or Switzerland, pick an Airlivo Europe regional eSIM.
For maps, messaging, browsing and some social media, 3-5 GB is plenty for a one-week visit, and hotels, cafés and museums often add Wi-Fi. If you'll stream, make video calls or tether a laptop, go for 10 GB or an unlimited plan.
Pick by trip length and usage: Airlivo France data plans run from 1 GB up to 50 GB and unlimited. If France is your only stop, a France plan is the best value; if you're touring several European countries, a Europe regional plan is smarter. Install it before you fly so you're online the moment you land at Charles de Gaulle, Orly or Nice.
No, it's data only and doesn't include a French number. You can call and message over the internet with WhatsApp, FaceTime or similar apps, and your own number stays active on your main SIM for anything that needs it, like bank verification codes.

How It Works

Get connected in 3 simple steps

1

Choose Your Plan

Select the data package that fits your travel needs

2

Scan QR Code

Receive your eSIM instantly via email and scan to install

3

Connect & Go

Turn on mobile data and enjoy high-speed internet

Travel Tips

France — Useful tips for your trip

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Get a Navigo card if you’re spending more than a few days in Paris. It covers the metro, RER, buses and even suburban trains, and works out much cheaper than buying individual tickets. You can load it at any metro station. The weekly pass (lundi–dimanche) is especially good value if you arrive on a Monday.

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Book major Paris attractions well in advance. The Louvre, Musée d’Orsay and the Eiffel Tower all require timed entry tickets bought online, and slots fill up fast in summer. Trying to queue on the day is a losing battle. Check each attraction’s official website for the latest booking system.

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The French take their lunch break seriously. Many smaller shops, pharmacies and local businesses close between 12:00 and 14:00, especially outside Paris. Plan your shopping or errands around this. Restaurants on the other hand are at their best at lunch — the plat du jour is usually excellent and much cheaper than dinner.

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France’s TGV high-speed train network is excellent and often faster than flying city to city once you count airport time. Paris to Lyon takes 2 hours, Paris to Marseille under 3. Book via SNCF Connect or Trainline. Fares are much cheaper if you book a few weeks ahead.

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A few words of French go a long way. Starting any interaction with “Bonjour” and ending with “Merci” makes a real difference in how you’re treated, especially outside Paris. French people aren’t unfriendly — they just appreciate the basic courtesy of being greeted properly before a question.

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