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SIM cards and eSIM in Bangladesh

Which carriers matter, what buying a SIM involves, and when an eSIM is the smarter move.

Mobile internet eSIM Best option when traveling

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Guac

Recommended

Reliable mobile internet at better prices than most travel eSIMs, with polished iOS and Android apps and support for making and receiving phone calls.

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Airalo

One of the biggest travel eSIM brands, with a very large destination catalog.

Holafly

Known for unlimited-data plans in many destinations, at a higher price per gigabyte.

Buying a local SIM card ID registration required

Registration
Registration requires your passport plus a photo, fingerprint, or other biometric check.
Tourist plans and prices
Starter prices begin near 150 BDT (~$1.35); compare the current data allowance before buying.
Where to buy
Buy at an official carrier counter at the airport or at an official city store, and test the SIM before leaving.
Airport prices
Airport prices are usually higher than city or online prices.
Local eSIM
Local eSIM is available and follows the same identity rules as a physical SIM.

Good to know

Use an official carrier store and complete registration and activation before leaving the counter.

Local carriers

  • Grameenphone

    Best choice for broad coverage, including rural areas.

  • Robi

    A solid alternative; compare current prepaid offers before buying.

  • Banglalink

    Good-value option when price matters most.

  • Teletalk

    The weakest network here; choose it only for a clear price advantage.

  • Skitto

    Good-value option when price matters most.

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Sources and how current this is

Data checked July 2026

Source dates: Prepaid Data SIM Card Wiki: retrieved 30 Jul 2026, page indexed 18 Mar 2026; carries the 2018 BTRC validity directive and the 2017 tax structure | Phone Travel Wiz: 18 Jan 2025 | ByteSIM: 7 May 2026 (eSIM seller; source of the 'cannot buy a local GP eSIM purely online' statement and the airport-bundle-pushing report - note the commercial interest, but the biometric claim is corroborated by Sparkroam) | Sparkroam: 2 May 2026 | Holafly: ~9 Jul 2026 (eSIM seller) | Esim.net: 3 Dec 2024 | BitJoy: 17 May 2026 (EXCLUDED source; its OpenSignal coverage figures are recorded but not relied on)

Sources disagree: Registration practice or tourist eligibility still varies between published accounts. Quoted prices or bundle details vary by seller and may change at short notice.

Sources

  • prepaid-data-sim-card.fandom.com
  • phonetravelwiz.com
  • bytesim.com
  • sparkroam.com
  • esim.holafly.com
  • esim.net
  • thebitjoy.com

Frequently asked questions

Do I need my passport to buy a SIM card in Bangladesh?

Registration requires your passport plus a photo, fingerprint, or other biometric check.

Should I buy a SIM card at the airport in Bangladesh?

Airport prices are usually higher than city or online prices.

What is the best eSIM for Bangladesh?

Guac eSIM covers Bangladesh with data plans starting from $1.50 per GB and instant activation, so your phone is online the moment you land. Airalo and Holafly are popular alternatives.

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