Quick answer
In Kuala Lumpur, this eSIM is U Mobile 4G data for maps, Grab, and WhatsApp. It is data only, with no phone number, and WhatsApp calls work over the data. Turn on Data Roaming for the Malaysia line. There is no extra charge.
What will I use mobile data for in Kuala Lumpur?
Use the line for a map, a Grab ride, or a WhatsApp call. The local currency is the ringgit (MYR).
- Grab for ride-hailing.
- Maps between places in the city.
- WhatsApp calls, which work over this data.
- Hotspot for a laptop or a travel partner, which is included.
Which apps do not work?
TikTok and most AI apps, such as ChatGPT, do not work on this eSIM. Plan around that before you rely on them for maps, tickets, or translation.
Which plan suits Kuala Lumpur?
For a short stop, choose 3 days · 3 GB. For one week, choose 7 days · 5 GB or 10 GB, or 7 days · Unlimited if you use a lot of data or a hotspot. The only daily plan is 1 day · 500 MB. Days start when you install, and each day is a rolling 24 hours, so pick one day more than your stay.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a Malaysian phone number in Kuala Lumpur?
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No. The eSIM has no phone number. Grab works over data, and WhatsApp calls work over data. Your home SIM can stay on for texts.
What is the APN?
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The APN is my3g. Add it in the Malaysia line’s mobile network settings if data does not connect.
Can I use the same eSIM in other cities?
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Yes. Places named for this eSIM also include Penang, Langkawi, Malacca, Johor Bahru, and Kota Kinabalu. Pick enough days for the whole trip. There are no top-ups.
Related guides
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) eSIM guide
The international airport for Kuala Lumpur.
How much data do I need in Malaysia?
Which plan fits a short stop, a week, or longer.
Penang and Langkawi eSIM guide
One Malaysia eSIM for Penang and Langkawi.
Malacca and Johor Bahru eSIM guide
One line for Malacca and Johor Bahru.