Dhaka
In Dhaka, explore the historic streets of Old Dhaka and indulge in local delicacies like biryani.
Flying to Dhaka? Equip yourself with a travel eSIM before you fly and enjoy immediate data connectivity the moment you land, without the shock of roaming bills.
Built for short trips and long stays alike — if you fall into any of these, you're sorted.
Grameenphone provides robust coverage, especially in urban areas like Dhaka and Chittagong, with reliable indoor connectivity. Robi offers strong service in rural regions and is favored for cross-country travel. Expect occasional service dips in remote areas with both carriers.
A rough guide to pick the right plan — your real usage depends on how much you stream and share.
Maps, messaging, email and the occasional search. Enough to stay oriented and in touch.
Social feeds, browsing, music and some video. The sweet spot for most travelers.
Video calls, lots of streaming and tethering your laptop or sharing a hotspot.
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Discover why an eSIM is your best bet for hassle-free connectivity in Bangladesh.
Pocket WiFi, roaming and airport SIM cards all work — here's how they stack up against an eSIM.
| Telekonek eSIM | Pocket WiFi | Roaming | Airport SIM | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Setup | Scan a QR code before you fly | Reserve, then collect and return a device | Already on your home plan | Queue at a kiosk after you land |
| Ready when you land | Yes — connects on arrival | Only after pick-up | Yes | After you find a counter |
| Keep your number | Yes | Yes | Yes | No — you swap out your SIM |
| Extra device to carry | No | Yes — a hotspot to charge | No | No |
| Typical cost | Low, prepaid up front | Daily rental, often a deposit | Usually the most expensive | Varies, often paid in cash |
| Multiple travelers | One eSIM each | Share one hotspot | Charged per line | One SIM each |
Connection-tested in the cities travelers actually visit.
In Dhaka, explore the historic streets of Old Dhaka and indulge in local delicacies like biryani.
Visit Chittagong to experience the bustling port life and relax at Patenga Beach.
Sylhet is known for its lush tea gardens and the picturesque Ratargul Swamp Forest.
Use bKash for mobile payments, which requires active data for transactions.
Download maps offline on Google Maps to save data while exploring Dhaka's streets.
Enable WiFi calling for better indoor connectivity in Sylhet's tea estates.
Check for local WiFi hotspots in Chittagong, but always secure your connection with a VPN.
Set your phone to 4G/LTE to conserve battery life in rural areas with limited 5G coverage.
Use messaging apps like WhatsApp on WiFi in cafés to keep data usage in check.
Most recent iPhone, Pixel, Samsung Galaxy, and cellular iPad models support eSIM — but not every model does. Check your exact device in our compatibility guide before you buy.
Heading beyond Bangladesh? These travel eSIMs install the same way — scan before you fly, data the moment you land.
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