Airalo eSIM

Airalo is the world's first and largest digital eSIM marketplace, providing travelers with instant mobile data connectivity in over 200 countries and regions. Founded in 2019, the company revolutionized the telecommunications industry by allowing users to download and activate digital SIM cards directly onto their smartphones, bypassing expensive roaming fees and the need for physical SIM cards.

Technically, the 'manufacturing' or provisioning of Airalo's services occurs globally through cloud-based infrastructure and a vast network of international telecommunications partners. The company utilizes advanced SM-DP+ (Subscription Manager Data Preparation Plus) technology provided by partners like Valid to securely manage and deliver eSIM profiles to user devices anywhere in the world.

Airalo is a privately held company with a complex international structure, reflecting its origins as a global startup. It was founded by Ahmet Bahadir Özdemir and Abraham Burak and is legally headquartered in Delaware, USA, while maintaining its primary operational hub in Singapore. In 2025, Airalo achieved 'unicorn' status following a significant $220 million Series C investment led by CVC Capital Partners (via its Asia Fund VI), alongside a consortium of global strategic investors including Antler, Peak XV, and major telecom venture arms like Singtel Innov8 and Orange Ventures.