FNB Connect has launched its new a Global Travel eSIM, allowing customers to stay affordably and effortlessly connected across more than 240 international mobile networks, without the need to swap SIM cards or worry about unexpected roaming fees.
“FNB Connect’s focus on innovation is driven by a deep understanding of how our customers live, work, and travel. We obsess over the details that matter most, and our Global Travel eSIM is one more way we are removing friction from their everyday experiences. Whether they’re travelling for business or leisure, we aim to put reliable mobile access into our customers’ pockets by making all functionality, including the purchase of the Global Travel eSIM, accessible on the FNB App,” says FNB Connect CEO Sashin Sookroo.
Over and above enabling calls while traveling overseas, the FNB Connect Global Travel eSIM allows customers to access and use data as they travel.
“Thanks to the digital convenience we provide, FNB Connect continues to earn strong customer trust. We see this in the consistent growth of mobile data usage across our user base. This trend underscores the value our customers place on reliable, seamless connectivity solutions. And, with the Global Travel eSIM, we’re extending that trust globally by offering seamless, secure, and affordable connectivity for our customers,” explains Sookroo.
The arrival of the Global Travel eSIM follows FNB Connect’s launch of its market leading local eSIM in 2024 which has seen significant uptake among its retail customers who account for 91% of total adoption. The majority (61.7%) of FNB Connect local eSIM customers are on top-up plans, and 38% are on pre-paid plans. Interestingly, 69% of FNB Connect customers who have local eSIMs took them up through the FNB Banking App and without any assistance from our banking consultants – pointing to the ease of installing an eSIM.
In addition to the international coverage, affordability, accessibility, and transparent roaming fees, other value-added benefits of FNB Connect’sGlobal Travel eSIM include:
- Data plan activation that starts upon arrival at your destination, and the ability to purchase data up to 60 days in advance
- No unexpected bills allowing customers to avoid expensive roaming charges, save money, and stay on track with their financial goals
- Staying securely connected through trusted mobile networks instead of public Wi-Fi networks, keeping personal data safe abroad
- The ability to keep the Global Travel eSIM for life
- Managing multiple eSIMs for friends, family, or business colleagues – ideal for group travel or corporate teams
- Monitoring data usage on each eSIM in real-time via the FNB Banking App
“FNB Connect’s approach to connectivity has always been centred on inclusion, integration, and innovation. And we anticipate that our customers will find value in the simplicity, transparency, and digital convenience
we offer with the Global Travel eSIM. As we continue to expand the reach and impact of our Global Travel eSIM, we welcome opportunities to collaborate with like-minded partners in the travel and mobility ecosystem, who share our vision of making global connectivity simpler, safer, and more accessible for all.” concludes Sookroo.
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