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Your EU SIM will incur standard international roaming charges here. Consider a local SIM or eSIM.
Dialing Code
+255
Network
4G/LTE
eSIM
Limited
Tourist SIM
Easy
Wi-Fi
Moderate
Roaming Zone Memberships
East African Community One Network Area
Capped Charges
Member Since
October 1, 2014
Status
Full Member
Voice / SMS / Data
✅ Voice ·
✅ SMS ·
✅ Data
Agreement Type
Multilateral Agreement
The East African Community implemented the One Network Area (ONA) framework starting in 2014, which limits roaming surcharges between member states to a maximum of US$0.10 per minute. The EAC aims to eventually eliminate all roaming charges entirely. Member states include Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Rwanda, Burundi, South Sudan, DR Congo and Somalia.
SIM & Connectivity Info
Prepaid SIM for Tourists
Easy
ID Required for SIM
Yes — Passport/ID needed
eSIM Availability
Limited
Wi-Fi Availability
Moderate
Important Roaming Notes & Tips
EAC One Network Area member — roaming surcharges capped at US$0.10/min between EAC states (Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Rwanda, Burundi).
Vodacom, Airtel, Tigo. Coverage in Zanzibar generally good.
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