Set up your eSIM in 4 steps
- Make sure your phone is eSIM-compatible and unlocked.
- Buy the plan, then scan the QR code you receive (or install through the provider's app), on Wi-Fi.
- When you arrive, turn on the eSIM line for data, and turn on roaming for that line only.
- Keep your main SIM for calls and texts, with data roaming turned off.
Your phone must be eSIM-compatible and unlocked.
At a glance
Northern Mariana Islands eSIM: plans compared for 2026
The bar shows price per GB: shorter is cheaper. Click a column header to sort.
| Network | 5G | Hotspot | CTA | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saily | 5 GB | 30 | $35.99 | $7.20 |
Not specified | Not specified | Not specified | See plan |
All checked plans (3)
| Saily | 1 GB | 7 | $7.99 | $7.99 |
| Saily | 3 GB | 30 | $24.99 | $8.33 |
| Saily | 5 GB | 30 | $35.99 | $7.20 |
Frequently asked questions
What's the cheapest eSIM for the Northern Mariana Islands?
Among the providers we compare, the cheapest plan for a typical trip is from Saily, at $35.99. Prices are checked on the official websites and dated at the top of the page.
Is my phone eSIM-compatible?
Most iPhones from the XS onward, recent Samsung Galaxy phones and Google Pixels from the Pixel 3 onward are compatible. The phone also has to be unlocked. On iPhone: Settings > General > About, look for the "EID" line.
When should I install my eSIM?
Install it before you leave, on Wi-Fi, but turn on the data line when you arrive. Most plans only start at the first connection to the local network.
Do I keep my regular phone number?
Yes. Your main SIM can stay active for calls and texts; the travel eSIM only handles data. Remember to turn off data roaming on your main line.
Can I top up an eSIM in the Northern Mariana Islands?
Most providers let you add data from their app. Terms vary, so check the plan page before you buy.