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Nomad eSIM: where it is strong and where it is weak

Overall rating:4.6out of 5(128,906)

Nomad is rated 4.6 out of 5 across 128,906 reviews. That number hides a lot. Below is its score for each destination our readers visit, from travellers who used it there.

We have no affiliate arrangement with Nomad. It is listed and scored anyway; leaving it out would make the comparison dishonest.

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How we score

Destination scores

Blue is strong, red is weak. Sorted by where our readers go.

Pricing summary

Cheapest plan per destination for a typical trip.

We may earn a commission if you buy through our links. It never changes the score.

Prices as of 5 Nov 2026, 10:00 pm · Converted from USD at 1 USD = 94.62 INR on 2026-11-05

Payment methods

Visa, Mastercard, Apple Pay, Google Pay, PayPal

Refund policy

Refund within 14 days for unactivated eSIMs.

Hotspot: Allowed on most plans

Questions about Nomad

Which network does Nomad use in Destinations?

Nomad is rated 4.6 out of 5 across 128,906 reviews. That number hides a lot. Below is its score for each destination our readers visit, from travellers who used it there.

Which payment methods does Nomad accept?

Visa, Mastercard, Apple Pay, Google Pay, PayPal. Providers take Visa and Mastercard, including Indian debit cards enabled for international use. Expect a 2 to 3.5% forex markup from your bank. UPI, RuPay-only cards and Paytm are not accepted. Apple Pay and Google Pay work where your card does.

What is Nomad's refund policy?

Refund within 14 days for unactivated eSIMs.

Can I use hotspot on a Nomad eSIM?

Allowed on most plans

Where is Nomad the Pakka pick?

Vietnam, Turkey, Egypt, Uzbekistan, South Africa, Morocco

Will my Indian card work to buy an eSIM?

Visa and Mastercard debit or credit cards with international use enabled work with every provider we list. UPI and RuPay-only cards do not. Your bank will add a forex markup of roughly 2 to 3.5%.