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Malaysia · Telecom, Internet & AppsAiralo
Airalo sells eSIM data packages for Malaysia that you install on your phone before the trip, giving mobile internet on the Maxis network from arrival without buying and registering a local SIM card.
What it helps with
- Mobile internet on arrival in Kuala LumpurThe eSIM is installed before the trip and connects to Maxis after landing, without buying a SIM at the airport.
- Data for maps and ride apps in MalaysiaPackages of 3, 5, 7, 10, 15 and 30 days with unlimited data keep navigation, ride-hailing and messaging working during the trip.
- No local SIM registration with your passportThe package is bought online by card, so there is no need to buy and register a local SIM on arrival.
About Airalo
Airalo is an eSIM store with local, regional and global data packages for more than 200 destinations. Its Malaysia eSIM uses Maxis as the primary network and is sold as packages of 3, 5, 7, 10, 15 and 30 days with unlimited data. Prices range from US$11.50 to US$71. Packages are bought and topped up in the Airalo app for iOS and Android or on airalo.com.
Key Features
- Local network: The eSIM connects mainly to Maxis.
- Plans: Packages of 3, 5, 7, 10, 15 and 30 days with unlimited data.
- Top-ups: More data can be added to the same eSIM in the app.
- Support: Help is available around the clock, including by WhatsApp chat.
How to Get Started
- Install the Airalo app or open airalo.com and confirm your phone supports eSIM.
- Choose Malaysia and a package for the length of your stay.
- Pay by card and install the eSIM with the QR code or in-app setup on Wi-Fi.
- After arrival, switch the eSIM on and select it for mobile data.
Before you use it
- Payment: Paid online by bank card, Apple Pay or Google Pay; no local bank account is needed.
- Limits: The eSIM is data-only, so there is no local phone number for calls or SMS codes.
- Good to know: Only eSIM-compatible, carrier-unlocked phones can use it; installing over Wi-Fi before the trip is easiest.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Does Airalo work with a foreign bank card in Malaysia?
- Yes - Airalo accepts foreign-issued cards in Malaysia.
- Is Airalo available in English?
- Yes, Airalo has an English-language interface.
- Do I need a local phone number to use Airalo?
- No, an international phone number generally works for Airalo.
- Do I need local ID or residency for Airalo?
- No, Airalo doesn't require local ID or residency for visitors.
- Where can I use Airalo?
- iOS · Android · Web
- How much does Airalo cost?
- Unlimited data from US$11.50 to US$71