Get a Real Indonesian eSIM
for Your Bali Trip

Ride-hailing, food delivery, cashless pay — all of it runs on a local Indonesian number. Here's exactly how to get one before you land.

Who this Bali eSIM is for

If your trip includes ride-hailing, food delivery, e-wallets, or calling locals — you need a real local number, not just data.

Ride-hailing

Ride-hailing apps all require a +62 number for SMS OTP verification — foreign numbers fail.

Food delivery

Food delivery apps need a local number so couriers can contact you directly.

Payments & calls

E-wallet apps need a +62 number to register. Also call villas, guides, and clinics directly.

Emergency — dial 112

Works without roaming. Local apps needing SMS OTP — clinics, bookings — use your +62 number too.

This is NOT for you if…

You just need mobile data

If you won't use ride-hailing, food delivery, or e-wallet apps, an international travel eSIM is a better fit — instant setup, no documents. We'd rather you have the right tool than buy from us and be frustrated.

You prefer not to send photos online

Our SIM card option is a better fit — no photos needed beforehand. Just bring your passport to the delivery meeting and our staff handles registration on the spot.

Indonesian Regulation

What to prepare — and why

Because you're getting a real Indonesian phone number, Indonesian regulation requires Telkomsel to register it against a valid passport and device IMEI — the same process every Indonesian resident goes through.

We handle the entire submission for you: just upload three photos (passport data page, IMEI, device About screen) and we take it from there.

Any seller that skips this step is not legally registering your SIM — it can be blocked by the carrier at any time after purchase, often without warning.

Private vault — deleted after 7 days

Stored in a private, access-controlled vault. Never publicly accessible. Only shared with Telkomsel for registration. Permanently deleted within 7 days of activation.

Full privacy policy →

How to buy an eSIM in Bali — step by step

From ordering to being connected — here's exactly what happens.

1

Check your device is eSIM-ready

Your phone must support eSIM and be unlocked (not carrier-locked). Most iPhones from XS (2018) onwards, Google Pixel 3+, and Samsung Galaxy S20+ support eSIM. Check Settings → Cellular → Add eSIM — if the option appears, you're set. Not sure if your phone qualifies? Check our compatibility guide →

2

Pick a plan and order online

Browse our Telkomsel plans, choose your data size and validity, and select eSIM as your delivery type. We'll ask for your arrival date in Bali. We use your arrival date to time your eSIM activation — this is what keeps it live when you land.

3

Pay online via PayPal

Pay securely with PayPal — credit card, debit card, or PayPal balance accepted. No Indonesian bank account or local payment method needed.

4

We email your eSIM QR code

As soon as your payment is confirmed, we email your eSIM QR code.

5

Install the eSIM profile before you fly

Go to Settings → Cellular → Add eSIM → Use QR Code and scan. Do this 1–2 days before departure on wifi — not at the airport. Each QR is single-use — scan it once only.

6

Upload your passport & IMEI photos

After you install your eSIM and confirm it on your order page, upload three photos: passport data page, IMEI (dial *#06#), and your device About screen. We use these to register your line with Telkomsel as part of their KYC (Know Your Customer) process.

7

We register your line and activate ~24 hours before you land

Once your photos are reviewed and your line is registered with Telkomsel, we activate close to your arrival — this timing is intentional. Indonesian carrier rules require the eSIM to see device activity within 48 hours of activation; activating too early risks the IMEI being flagged if the device sits idle. If an activated eSIM is later blocked from being left unused, that is outside our control and not covered by our refund guarantee.

8

Land in Bali, switch on your eSIM

When you land, go to Settings → Cellular (or Mobile Data) and enable your eSIM — the profile is already installed. Your phone connects to Telkomsel within seconds. No scanning, no store visit, no setup. You're online.

Common questions about Bali eSIM

Which phones support eSIM?

iPhone XS, XR, and all models released after (including SE 2nd gen). Google Pixel 3 and later. Samsung Galaxy S20, Note 20, Z Fold 2, and newer. Most Android flagships from 2021 onwards also support eSIM — check your phone's spec sheet if unsure.

Does my phone need to be unlocked?

Yes. If your phone is carrier-locked (common with phones bought on contract), it won't accept a foreign eSIM profile. Check with your carrier before ordering — unlocking is usually free once your contract is paid off.

Why are photos needed to activate my eSIM?

Indonesian law (Permenkominfo) requires every local SIM and eSIM issued to a foreign traveler to be registered with a valid passport and device IMEI. This is the same process an Indonesian resident goes through — it's how your line gets registered on the network. We handle the submission; you just upload the photos.

Is this specific to GetBaliSIM?

No — it's a Telkomsel and government requirement that applies to every local provider in Indonesia. Any seller that skips this step is not properly registering your line, which can result in it being blocked.

Why do you activate the eSIM 24 hours before arrival, not when I order?

You'll get your QR code right after payment — install it on your device well before you travel. Once installed, upload your documents for verification. We hold off on activating it on Telkomsel's network until ~24 hours before you land. Once activated, Indonesian carrier rules require the eSIM to see device activity within 48 hours. If it sat idle for weeks first, the IMEI could be flagged and blocked. Timing it close to your arrival keeps everything clean. If an activated eSIM is later blocked because it was left unused, that is outside our control and not covered by our refund guarantee.

How long does registration take after I send my photos?

Registration usually completes within a few hours on business days (8am–8pm WITA). We'll email you once done and let you know your scheduled activation time.

Can I keep my home SIM active at the same time?

Yes — most modern phones support dual SIM (physical SIM + eSIM active simultaneously). You can keep your home number for calls while using the Bali eSIM for data.

What if the QR code doesn't install correctly?

Contact us by email or WhatsApp — we'll troubleshoot with you. Common issues: phone is carrier-locked, the eSIM slot already has an active profile, or the QR was scanned more than once (each QR is single-use). We can reissue a new code if needed.

What if my eSIM doesn't connect when I land?

First: go to Settings → Cellular and make sure your eSIM is enabled — it won't turn on automatically. Give it 2–3 minutes; Telkomsel sometimes takes a moment to register the device. Still nothing? Contact us immediately by email at [email protected] or WhatsApp. We'll diagnose — common causes are airplane mode still on, carrier propagation delay, or the eSIM not set as the data line. Worst case we reissue a new QR code. We don't consider the job done until you're actually online.

Prefer a physical SIM card? We deliver to hotels and villas across Bali — same registration, no QR code needed. How to get a Bali SIM card →

Ready for the next step?

Choose your Bali eSIM plan, upload your documents after payment, and we'll prepare the line before you land.