North America leads adoption, with 41% of trips using travel eSIMs
1.3 billion people already own smartphones supporting eSIM globally today
Travel eSIM provisioning is projected to rise from 70 million to 280 million by 2030, report claims
Specialist providers target international travelers, offering lower-cost alternatives to traditional roaming
The global eSIM market is showing signs of dramatic expansion, with current forecasts suggesting that 1.3 billion people already own a compatible smartphone, a figure expected to surpass 3 billion by 2030.
New figures from analyst firm CCS Insight say travel eSIMs in particular are driving growth, with the number provisioned worldwide projected to increase from 70 million in 2024 to 280 million by the end of the decade.
Market value is expected to exceed $4.4 billion, fueled by rising international travel and higher familiarity with eSIM technology.Disruption for traditional operators
Specialist providers such as Airalo and Holafly are aggressively targeting international travelers, offering lower-cost alternatives to traditional roaming plans.
