eSIM for Macau
ESIMBYCOUNTRY at checkout · See all codes →Macau at a glance
- Generations
- 3G, 4G/LTE, 5G
- Main carriers
- CTM, China Telecom, 3 Macau, SmarTone
- Local eSIM
- Some local carriers issue eSIMs (CTM)
- Calling code
- +853
Macau's mobile networks support 3G, 4G/LTE, and 5G connectivity through operators including CTM, China Telecom, 3 Macau, and SmarTone. Travel eSIMs connect to these networks via key bands B1 (2100 MHz), B3 (1800 MHz), and n78 (3.5 GHz) for 5G. Some local carriers in Macau issue eSIMs, and modern eSIM-capable phones can activate a travel eSIM regardless of local eSIM ecosystem support.
For most visitors, a travel eSIM represents a simpler and generally more economical option than a local SIM for short stays, as roaming charges through home carriers tend to be costly. However, confidence in this assessment is low, so travelers should verify current roaming rates and travel eSIM offerings with their eSIM provider before arrival to confirm the best option for their specific needs and duration of stay.
| Connectivity | As publicly reported |
|---|---|
| Network generations | 3G, 4G/LTE, 5G |
| Main mobile networks (MNOs) | CTM, China Telecom, 3 Macau, SmarTone |
| Key travel bands | B1(2100), B3(1800), n78(3.5GHz) |
| Local eSIM support | Some local carriers issue eSIMs (CTM) |
| Region | Asia |
| Capital | Macao |
| Calling code | +853 |
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Travel eSIM or local SIM in Macau?
Home-carrier roaming is costly here; travel-eSIM country plans are available and generally cheaper and simpler than a local SIM for short stays. See the eSIM-vs-roaming view for this country →
Travel eSIM plans for Macau
Live plans and prices here are supplied by the eSIM provider feed (Airalo / Holafly / Saily) at publish time — not stored or estimated on this page. A travel eSIM works on almost any modern eSIM-capable phone regardless of whether local carriers issue eSIMs. Open the plan finder →
eSIM providers covering Macau
| Provider | Destination coverage | Activation | Plans |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sim Local | Dedicated Macau destination page (verified on the provider's site 2026-07-14) | Digital delivery — installs as an eSIM profile on an eSIM-capable, unlocked phone | See plans →10% off with our code ESIMBYCOUNTRY at checkout |
Provider destination pages checked on 2026-07-08 and 2026-07-14. Plans and prices are live on the provider's site — never stored or estimated here. We only list partners we can link and verify directly; this table grows as more providers pass review. How we compile this →
Frequently asked questions
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Compiled from public-record telecom facts (the MNO roster, commercially-launched 3G/4G/5G generations, deployed travel-relevant bands and local-eSIM support) and verified June 2026; see the source we compile this country from. Local-eSIM availability checked against carrier-official pages July 2026 (carrier source 1, carrier source 2, carrier source 3). How we compile this. Plan prices are supplied by the eSIM provider feed at publish time, not stored here.