Extended: 30% off Travel eSIMs for Japan, Europe, USA, Thailand & 200+ Destinations (eSIMs from ~NZD$1.20) @ BambooSIM

Edit: Due to popular demand, we're extending this deal for Cheapies!

Hi Cheapies! 👋

We’re BambooSIM: a travel eSIM provider from across the ditch, offering prepaid data-only eSIMs across 200+ destinations. Prices are as you see them on the site, with the exception of eSIMs for Australia and Asia Pacific eSIMs (which include Australia) and attract 10% Tax, displayed in cart and at checkout.

With the discount, our eSIMs start from as low as ~$1.20 NZD for 1GB (Japan, Singapore, USA, Turkey, and Europe (34 countries including Switzerland and U.K.))!

This is our first post of hopefully many on Cheapies - if you have any questions, need help, or have any feedback or suggestions, we're all ears.

Extended BFCM Deal

🔹 30% off all new BambooSIM travel eSIMs orders
🔹 Code: NBF30 at checkout (or click here to auto apply!)
🔹 Valid on every BambooSIM eSIM plan (country + regional travel data eSIMs)
🔹 Expires: 14th December 2025 11:59pm AEDT

Why people use BambooSIM for travel data:

✅ Buy now, travel later: Purchase your travel eSIMs now and activate anytime within 12 months. 🌟 Our eSIMs can also be topped up as required!
✅ Automatic activation on arrival: No need to choose dates or a start country in advance - your eSIM activates as soon as you arrive in a supported destination.
✅ What you buy is what you can use: Use the full data allowance you pay for, at full speed, with no artificial speed caps from us.
✅ Multi-carrier coverage in many countries: Your BambooSIM eSIM can connect to more than one local network, which helps with coverage and reliability while you’re on the move.
✅ iOS & Android apps: Install, manage, and top up your travel eSIMs directly in the BambooSIM app, plus see real-time usage.
✅ 24/7 human support: Round-the-clock support if you hit any issues installing or connecting while abroad.

How it works (travel eSIM setup)

1. Check device compatibility: Dial *#06# and look for an EID or check our compatibility page.
2. Choose a destination & plan: Go to bamboosim.com → pick your country or region → select data (1–15GB, 3–30 days).
3. Apply the code: At checkout, enter NBF30 and confirm the 30% discount was applied successfully (if you use this link, no manual code entry needed!).
4. Install your eSIM: You’ll receive the eSIM profile + QR code within seconds. Scan it or use in-app download to install (available on iOS + Android)
5. Activate on arrival: When you land, turn on the BambooSIM eSIM and data roaming; it will connect to a supported network automatically (e.g. KDDI/Rakuten in Japan, Verizon/AT&T in USA, AIS in Thailand)

Website plans are prepaid data-only (no calls/SMS, no contracts). You can top up via the web portal or mobile apps if you run out of data.

Breakout Locations:

Note: These are network breakout locations (where your data exits to the wider internet), not the list of countries you can use the eSIM in.

• United States
• France
• Netherlands
• Brazil
• Singapore
• South Africa
• Dubai (coming soon)
• Sydney (coming soon)

About BambooSIM 🇦🇺 (for anyone curious)

• Aussie company based in Melbourne – BambooSIM Pty Ltd, ABN 29 682 015 489.
• Travel eSIMs for 200+ countries & regions, 4G/5G where available.
• Prepaid only, no roaming bill shock, no contracts.
• Uses top-tier local networks; in some countries connects to multiple networks for better coverage.

Happy to answer questions about specific destinations, networks, data amounts or using a travel eSIM alongside your New Zealand number.