eSIM Melbourne: Prepaid Data Plans
Melbourne eSIM plans start at $3.49 for 2 GB; our top plan for Melbourne alone is 50 GB for 30 days at $29.99 (RoamVault), the top multi-country one 25 GB at $24.99 (2 countries). Here a plan for Melbourne alone costs less per GB than any multi-country plan (62 plans from 8 vetted providers).
Melbourne eSIM at a glance
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Networks used by Melbourne eSIMs
Each plan connects to the networks listed on its page, so you choose your carrier before you buy. Coverage varies by area: a listed network does not guarantee signal everywhere.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can tourists buy a SIM card in Melbourne?
Yes, but Australian prepaid SIMs only work after an ID check: the rules require the carrier to verify your identity before the service is activated, and visitors usually show their passport in a carrier store. A travel eSIM can be bought online and installed before you fly, with no store visit, and connects to Telstra, Optus or Vodafone when you land in Melbourne.
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What is the cheapest eSIM for Melbourne?
The cheapest plan that works in Melbourne is a multi-country one: $3.49 for 2 GB, valid for 15 days. The cheapest plan for Melbourne alone is 1 GB for 7 days at $3.49. Prices come live from 8 vetted providers and change often.
Is it worth getting an eSIM for Melbourne?
For most travellers, yes, if your phone supports eSIM. Melbourne plans start at $3.49 for 2 GB, and the longest lasts 365 days, which suits long stays and repeat visits. If your home plan already covers Melbourne at no extra cost, you may not need one.
Which networks do Melbourne eSIMs use?
Melbourne eSIMs on MobiMatter run on Optus, Telstra, and Vodafone; 5G plans are available on Optus, Telstra, and Vodafone. Optus carries the most plans. Each plan names its network, so you choose your carrier before you buy.
Which eSIM is best for Melbourne?
For Melbourne alone, our top plan right now is 50 GB for 30 days at $29.99 from RoamVault. If Melbourne is one stop of several, the top multi-country plan is 25 GB for 30 days at $24.99 from NextLink, covering 2 countries.
How much data do I need for a week in Melbourne?
It depends on how you use your phone. Light use (maps, messaging, browsing) takes about 0.5–1 GB a day; scrolling a lot of social video can take 2–3 GB or more. Typical use per hour:
- Instagram Reels, TikTok: 0.3–1 GB
- YouTube, Netflix at standard quality: 0.5–1 GB
- Video calls (WhatsApp, FaceTime): 0.5–1 GB
- Voice calls (WhatsApp, FaceTime Audio): 50–70 MB
- Maps and navigation: 2–6 MB
- Messaging and browsing: 50–150 MB
The cheapest Melbourne plan with at least 5 GB for a week or longer is 5 GB for 30 days at $4.99.
Is there an unlimited data eSIM for Melbourne?
Yes. Unlimited data plans for Melbourne start at $10.99. Many unlimited plans slow down after a daily high-speed allowance, so check the fair-use terms on the plan page before you buy.
Do Melbourne eSIMs support 5G and hotspot?
5G is available on 27 plans for Melbourne, where the local network has 5G coverage; the others use 4G/LTE. Hotspot (tethering) works on every plan, so you can share your data with other devices.
Does a Melbourne eSIM come with a phone number?
Most travel eSIMs, including most Melbourne plans, are data-only and have no local number. You keep your usual number on your main SIM for calls, texts and WhatsApp. Plans that include a number or minutes say so on the plan page.
Will my phone work with a Melbourne eSIM?
Yes, if it supports eSIM and is not locked to a carrier. To check, dial *#06#: if an EID number appears, your phone supports eSIM. Most iPhones from the XS/XR on, Galaxy S20 and later and Pixel 3 and later do, except most models sold in mainland China and some sold in Hong Kong and Macao.
How it works
- 1
Checkout using secure payment methods
Get your eSIM by email within seconds.
- 2
Install eSIM
Instantly get your eSIM and configure it in your eSIM compatible device
- 3
Enjoy high speed connectivity
Once eSIM is configured, you can enjoy high speed roaming data connectivity
Why get your Melbourne eSIM from MobiMatter
All your eSIMs in one app
Buy, install and top up every eSIM in the MobiMatter app, and check how much data you have left at any time.
Choose your network
MobiMatter shows which network each plan uses, so you choose your carrier before you buy. Pick from 62 plans from 8 vetted providers with the data and price that fit your trip.
24/7 support
Our support team is available 24/7, before and after you buy, for every eSIM you get from MobiMatter.
What our customers say
5.0
Mentions MelbournePurchased eSIM in Australia and set it up in Azerbaijan. Having never used an eSIM before, I had a few ‘user issues’. These were sorted out very quickly via email and me sending a screen shot of my ‘attempted’ setup. Technician got back to me in very short order with some simple instructions and now all good. Great efficient service.
HHappy-Listener
App Store5.0
Mentions MelbourneI've tried a few eSIM apps and MobiMatters is the best. They have real customer support, lots of packages, and the service has worked very well in Australia, Singapore, Montenegro and other places. I highly recommend them.
FForTheLoveOfGodIsThisTakenToo
App Store5.0
Mentions MelbourneIdeal and very good for Australia.
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HHıghlıgter
App Store5.0
Very easy comparisons, straight forward, no hassle No fuss just easy esim comparisons and purchases
AAnoixi
App Store5.0
It's great easy to use and allows you to compare multiple esims
AAinars Dobulis
Play Store5.0
I used it smoothly and quickly in the Netherlands, Belgium, Germany, Spain, and Bulgaria. Sparks connects to the most suitable network for your location at that moment, allowing for convenient use. Depending on your travel plans, annual options are very advantageous because it consumes very little internet data there, unlike in Türkiye.
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ÖÖnder azat
Play Store5.0
"I have been using it in every country I have visited for years and have never had any problems. The prices are always very reasonable."
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DDidemkrdnz
App Store5.0
Easy and excellent rates for Turkey. I recommend it and I'll buy it again.
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FFrançois Delpierre
Play Store5.0
very convenient app to buy an eSim for travelling, you can choose the countries you need and have it in one pack, you can filter the options by the GB space and sort it by price, so it takes less time then just manually comparing different eSim apps. Local 5G internet works well
PPashaminin
App Store5.0
I bought the service for the second time for a trip to Turkey. I had some trouble finding the right settings on my iphone. Support helped out immediately and everything was working well when I arrived in Turkey.
AAlex_M01
App Store5.0
They respond immediately when an issue arises and are very helpful; you can use it with peace of mind.
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SSerkan7826
App Store5.0
The app I used on every trip. I didn't experience any problems.
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