How do I get mobile data in Burkina Faso without registering a SIM?
Local SIM cards in Burkina Faso require identity registration. PikaSim's Burkina Faso eSIM skips all of that: no ID, no biometrics, no shop visit. Buy online, scan the QR code, and you are connected.
Which network does the eSIM use in Burkina Faso?
Orange Burkina Faso, with 3G/4G coverage in Ouagadougou, Bobo-Dioulasso and along main corridors. Speeds are best in the cities.
Why don't most eSIM apps cover Burkina Faso?
Most brands only stock high-volume tourist destinations. PikaSim covers 190+ countries including the Sahel, so NGO workers, journalists and visitors can stay connected where mainstream apps have nothing.
Can I extend my data while in Burkina Faso?
Yes. Every Burkina Faso plan supports top-ups using only your eSIM's ICCID number, from short day passes up to 20GB / 30-day packages.
What IP address will I have in Burkina Faso?
Your Burkina Faso data exits to the internet in the United Kingdom, so websites and apps see an IP address in the United Kingdom. That is fixed for every plan on this page: not Hong Kong, not China. That is what the Max Privacy badge on every plan means: your traffic never exits through Hong Kong or China, and the country your IP sits in is the country whose privacy law applies to it.
How much does a Burkina Faso eSIM cost, and how many plans are there?
There are 6 Burkina Faso plans on this page, from $14.99 to $172.06, plus unlimited daily plans from $11.61 per day whose high-speed allowance resets every 24 hours. Data runs from 1 GB to 20 GB, with validity from 7 to 30 days. Running low? Top up the same eSIM later with nothing but its ICCID, no login. Live prices in 20 currencies are in the plan list above, and there is no subscription or hidden fee.
Can I make calls or send texts with the Burkina Faso eSIM?
No. The Burkina Faso data eSIM is data only, so voice and video calls in apps that work over data all work, but it has no phone number of its own. Need a real number with calls and SMS? PikaSim also sells phone-number eSIMs. Only need to receive a verification code? Use an SMS verification number instead; no eSIM is involved.
Which cryptocurrencies can I pay with, and is the purchase anonymous?
Yes. Pay with Bitcoin (on-chain or Lightning), Monero, Zcash (shielded), USDT on Tron, or 50+ other coins such as Ethereum, Litecoin, Solana, BNB, Dogecoin and Dash, all through our own self-hosted BTCPay Server: no third-party processor, no KYC, no account. Cards work too (Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Apple Pay, Google Pay). Pay with Monero or Zcash and no personal data exists at any step; even with a card, PikaSim never asks for an email, name or ID.
How do I install the Burkina Faso eSIM, and when should I set it up?
One tap. Right after payment your confirmation page shows an Install on iPhone button and an Install on Android button; tap the one for your phone and the eSIM installs itself, with no QR scan and no app needed. A QR code and a manual activation code sit on the same page as a backup, for a second device or a phone without Google services. Install it before you travel while you are on Wi-Fi, leave the line switched off, then turn it on with data roaming enabled when you land in Burkina Faso and it connects to Orange by itself. Your phone must be eSIM-capable and carrier-unlocked.
What is an Unlimited Daily plan?
Unlimited Daily plans give you a set amount of high-speed data (e.g., 1GB or 3GB) that resets every 24 hours. After using your daily allowance, you stay connected with unlimited data at reduced speeds until your high-speed data resets the next day. This is called a Fair Usage Policy and is standard across the industry. You'll never run out of data completely - perfect for staying connected throughout your trip.