Balisim eSIM plans compared: Telkomsel vs XL
In short: every Balisim Telkomsel and XL eSIM includes an Indonesian +62 phone number, hotspot and free local calls. Prices start at $13.14 (XL Bali Visitor) and $14.56 (Telkomsel Bali Visitor). Choose XL if you want to top up or keep the IMEI active for up to 90 days. Choose Telkomsel Long Stay for 60 or 90 days in Bali, and a Nationwide eSIM if you travel beyond Bali and Lombok.
Which eSIM should I choose?
Bali holiday, up to 4 weeks
Telkomsel or XL Bali Visitor
From $13.14. Telkomsel is valid 28 days; XL can be topped up while the IMEI is active.
See plans →Travelling beyond Bali
Telkomsel Nationwide
From $27.96 for 38 GB with 120 min of calls, valid across Indonesia.
See plans →Staying 2–3 months
Telkomsel Long Stay
150 GB for 60 days (48.12) or 200GB for 90 days (67.06).
See plans →You may need more data later
XL Bali Visitor
Top up while the IMEI is active, up to 90 days. Plans from 18 GB to 403 GB.
See plans →Telkomsel vs XL eSIM: side-by-side comparison
All five Balisim eSIMs side by side. Scroll sideways on mobile to see every column.
| Feature | Telkomsel Bali Visitor | XL Bali Visitor | Telkomsel Nationwide | XL Nationwide | Telkomsel Long Stay (60 & 90 days) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Network | Telkomsel | XL | Telkomsel | XL | Telkomsel |
| Coverage | Bali and Lombok. You must enter Indonesia through Bali. | All of Indonesia | All of Indonesia | All of Indonesia | Bali and Lombok. You must enter Indonesia through Bali. |
| Price from (USD) | 14.56 | 13.14 | 27.96 | 23.92 | $48.12 |
| Data options | 13–83 GB | 18–403 GB | 38–103 GB | 55–171 GB | 150–200 GB |
| Data validity | 28 days | 30 days | 28 days | 30 days | 60 or 90 days |
| IMEI validity | 30 days | 90 days | 30 days | 90 days | 60 or 90 days |
| Indonesian +62 number | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Free calls | 25 min (20 GB plans and up) | 5 min (50 min on 171 GB and 403 GB) | 120 min | 150 min | 25 min (valid 30 days) |
| Hotspot | Included | Included | Included | Included | Included |
| Top-up | Not possible after the IMEI expires | Yes, while the IMEI is active | Not possible after the IMEI expires | Yes, while the IMEI is active | Not possible after the IMEI expires |
| Registration | Passport photo + IMEI photo | Passport photo + IMEI photo + selfie | Passport photo + IMEI photo | Passport photo + IMEI photo + selfie | Passport photo + IMEI photo |
| Availability | Available | Available | Available | Sold out | Available |
All plans and prices
Telkomsel Bali Visitor eSIM
TelkomselBali and Lombok. You must enter Indonesia through Bali. IMEI valid 30 days. Top-up: not possible after the IMEI expires.
| Data | Free calls | Data validity | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 GB | No calls | 28 days | $14.56 |
| 20 GB | 25 min | 28 days | $15.95 |
| 36 GB | 25 min | 28 days | $18.94 |
| 53 GB | 25 min | 28 days | $20.93 |
| 63 GB | 25 min | 28 days | $25.90 |
| 83 GB | 25 min | 28 days | $30.50 |
XL Bali Visitor eSIM
XLAll of Indonesia IMEI valid 90 days. Top-up: yes, while the IMEI is active.
| Data | Free calls | Data validity | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 GB | 5 min | 30 days | $13.14 |
| 25 GB | 5 min | 30 days | $14.29 |
| 39 GB | 5 min | 30 days | $17.14 |
| 68 GB | 5 min | 30 days | $22.86 |
| 103 GB | 5 min | 30 days | $28.57 |
| 153 GB | 5 min | 30 days | $34.29 |
| 171 GB | 50 min | 30 days | $35.88 |
| 403 GB | 50 min | 30 days | $57.14 |
Telkomsel Nationwide eSIM
TelkomselAll of Indonesia. IMEI valid 30 days. Top-up: not possible after the IMEI expires.
| Data | Free calls | Data validity | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 38 GB | 120 min | 28 days | $27.96 |
| 103 GB | 120 min | 28 days | $38.88 |
XL Nationwide eSIM
XLAll of Indonesia. IMEI valid 90 days. Top-up: yes, while the IMEI is active.
| Data | Free calls | Data validity | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 55 GB | 150 min | 30 days | $23.92 |
| 171 GB | 150 min | 30 days | $38.88 |
Telkomsel Long Stay (60 & 90 days) eSIM
TelkomselBali and Lombok. You must enter Indonesia through Bali. IMEI valid 60 or 90 days. Top-up: not possible after the IMEI expires.
| Data | Free calls | Data validity | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 150 GB | 25 min | 60 days | $48.12 |
| 200 GB | 25 min | 90 days | $67.06 |
What every Balisim eSIM includes
- An Indonesian +62 phone number for local calls and app verification codes (WhatsApp, Gojek, Grab).
- Hotspot to share data with your laptop or travel companions.
- Online registration before you arrive: passport photo and IMEI photo, about 15 minutes. Some plans also ask for a selfie.
- One device per eSIM. The QR code cannot be reused on another phone.
- For foreign passport holders only. One passport can register up to 3 eSIMs.
- Free calls are mobile-to-mobile only. Hotlines, landlines and automated service lines are not included.
Frequently asked questions
Which Balisim eSIMs include an Indonesian phone number?
All Balisim Telkomsel and XL eSIMs include an Indonesian +62 phone number. You get it when the eSIM is activated. You can use it for local calls and for verification codes from apps such as WhatsApp, Gojek and Grab.
Can I top up a Balisim eSIM?
XL eSIMs can be topped up while the IMEI is active (up to 90 days). Telkomsel eSIMs cannot be topped up after the IMEI expires; you need a new eSIM instead.
Which eSIM should I choose for travel outside Bali?
Choose Telkomsel Nationwide or XL Nationwide. The Telkomsel Bali Visitor and Long Stay eSIMs cover Bali and Lombok, and you must enter Indonesia through Bali.
Which eSIM is best for staying 2 or 3 months in Bali?
The Telkomsel Long Stay eSIM covers 60 days (150 GB, $48.12) or 90 days (200 GB, $67.06). The XL eSIMs keep the IMEI active for up to 90 days and can be topped up.
How do I register a Balisim eSIM?
Fill in the online registration form before you arrive. You need a photo of your passport and a photo of your phone's IMEI; some plans also ask for a selfie. Registration takes about 15 minutes. Only non-Indonesian passports are eligible, and one passport can register up to 3 eSIMs.
How is a Balisim eSIM different from an international travel eSIM?
Many international travel eSIMs are data-only and do not include an Indonesian phone number. Balisim eSIMs run directly on Telkomsel or XL and include a +62 number with free local calls.
