DR Congo eSIM — data for work trips to Kinshasa and beyond
A BellRoam DR Congo eSIM gives you mobile data in the DR Congo without buying a SIM on arrival. Receive the QR code by email, install it before you fly and switch it on when you land in Kinshasa.
Network and coverage
| Network | Airtel |
| Strong coverage | Kinshasa, Lubumbashi, Matadi and other main cities |
| Weaker spots | Most of the interior, river routes and national parks |
The network shown on each plan is the one your eSIM connects to.
Which plan should I choose?
- A business trip to Kinshasa: maps, messaging, ride-hailing and social media fit in a small total-data plan.
- Two weeks of fieldwork: choose a mid-size plan if you navigate all day, upload photos or share a hotspot.
- Remote work or lots of video: pick the largest plan and use Wi-Fi for big downloads.
eSIM, local SIM or roaming?
| BellRoam eSIM | Airport SIM | Roaming from home | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ready when you land | Yes, installed before you fly | After queueing and registration | Yes |
| Keep your own number | Yes, on your main SIM | You swap SIM cards | Yes |
| Cost | Prepaid, fixed price | Tourist prices at the airport | Often the most expensive |
Tips for the Democratic Republic of the Congo
- Check your government's official travel advice before you go and keep it updated during the trip.
- Arrange airport transfers and in-country transport through trusted contacts before you arrive.
Visiting more than the Democratic Republic of the Congo?
A DR Congo plan works in the Democratic Republic of the Congo only. Visiting neighbours too? Buy a plan for each country: the Republic of the Congo, Rwanda, Uganda.
Get connected in 3 steps
- Choose a plan by data amount and validity, then pay by card, PayPal or wallet.
- Receive your QR code by email within minutes.
- Scan it in your phone's settings, then turn on the BellRoam line and data roaming in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
If the eSIM cannot be installed or activated because of a fault on our side or the network's, you get a full refund under our refund policy. See also the installation guide and compatible devices.