Smart Travel Tools for NRIs & Indians Abroad

Wise usually offers the lowest fees and real mid-market exchange rate for sending money to India compared to traditional banks.

Yesim is a solid pick for NRIs — activate it from the app before you fly, and data works the moment you land, no physical SIM or airport line needed. Use code CHHIMBE15 for 15% off your first purchase.

You can get a local SIM (Airtel, Jio, Vi) at the airport with your passport and OCI/visa, but it usually means a queue and paperwork right after a long flight. Most NRIs now prefer an eSIM instead, since it's ready before you even board.

No, an eSIM works instantly on arrival, so you don't need to find a local SIM shop or carry a physical card.