Nomad (eSIM)
American telecommunications company
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Nomad eSIM is a telecommunications service headquartered in Santa Clara, California. It was launched in 2020 as part of LotusFlare, Inc.,[1][2] a software company specializing in telecommunications infrastructure.[3][4] Nomad provides embedded SIM (eSIM) data services for international travelers and enterprise clients,[3] with coverage in over 200 destinations worldwide.[4]
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Company type | Private |
|---|---|
| Industry | App, Telecommunications |
| Founded | 2020 |
| Founder | Sam Gadodia, Terry Guo, and Shao Xia |
| Headquarters | United States of America |
Area served | Worldwide |
| Products | Mobile Data Plans, eSIM |
| Owner | LotusFlare |
| Website | www |
History
Nomad was launched in 2020 and is a business line of LotusFlare, Inc., a telecommunications software development company founded by former Facebook and Microsoft engineers.[1]
Nomad is a connectivity marketplace that offers mobile data plans worldwide[5] supplied by various communications service providers.[6] International travelers with eSIM-capable smartphones can buy data plans from local providers, reducing roaming costs.[7][8] eSIMs can be purchased through the website or the smartphone app.
Plans include global eSIMs covering most countries and regional plans for specific areas such as Europe, Asia-Pacific, and Oceania. These plans cater to both short-term trips and extended stays.[9][1]
It is a data-only service, meaning it does not support traditional cellular voice calls or SMS messaging, but the speeds are fast enough to handle voice and video chat via apps like FaceTime or WhatsApp.[8]
In 2024, the company expanded into enterprise services with the launch of Nomad eSIM Enterprise, a platform enabling businesses to manage employee connectivity across regions.[7]
Conflict in Gaza
Nomad has been used to connect civilians during communication blackouts in the Gaza war zone through remote QR code activation.[10][11][12]
Technology
Services are distributed through the Nomad eSIM website and mobile applications, available for iOS and Android devices.[5] Activation is supported via QR code scanning or one-click in-app activation.[8] The platform uses encryption techniques su[5]ch as remote SIM locking and encryption key management.[13]
Reviews
A 2023 review of the Nomad app in The New York Times noted that the service at the time was mainly designed for technology-inclined users.[9] In 2024, CNBC recognized Nomad as one of the top eSIMs for international travel based on its 24/7 customer support.[14] In 2025, TechRadar ranked Nomad sixth in its list of top eSIMs, based on value for money and its beginner-friendly app.[5]