Kolet is a French technology startup that provides an app-based eSIM service for travelers, offering intuitive, affordable, and reliable global connectivity without roaming fees or physical SIM hassles.[1][2][3] It serves international travelers by solving the problem of expensive roaming bills and unreliable data access abroad, with plans starting at €3.99 for 1GB in Europe and features like easy top-ups and a single eSIM for multiple countries.[2][3] As a B Corp pending company, Kolet emphasizes eco-friendly and socially responsible connectivity, aiming to bridge the digital divide for over 2 billion people without internet access by enabling data donations in the future; it has raised $5.5 million in funding and partnered with travel platforms like Resaneo and Ulysse.[2][3]
Kolet was founded in 2024 by four experienced French tech entrepreneurs: CEO Eduardo Ronzano (ex-KelDoc founder and Paris angel investor), CMO Anne-Carole Cöen (formerly at Swile, Frichti, and FreeNow), CTO Jérémy Gotteland (co-founder of Cajoo, acquired by Flink), and COO Mehdi Chraibi (ex-Millicom and Orange).[3] The team, hailing from France, Spain, and Morocco with telecom and scale-up backgrounds, conceived the idea during their own travels, recognizing eSIM's potential to simplify global connectivity.[2][3] Early traction came from revenue-sharing deals with travel agencies Resaneo and Ulysse, plus $5.5 million (€5 million) in seed funding from VC firms Daphni and 9900 Capital, alongside travel industry advisers.[3]
Kolet rides the explosive growth of eSIM adoption, driven by smartphone ubiquity (e.g., iPhones supporting eSIM since 2018) and traveler demand for frictionless data amid rising global mobility.[3] Timing is ideal as post-pandemic travel surges and regulators push against carrier roaming gouging, positioning Kolet to democratize connectivity in a $10B+ market fragmented by complex providers.[2][3] It influences the ecosystem by partnering with booking platforms, fostering eSIM standards, and promoting responsible telecom—potentially accelerating industry shifts toward single-profile, multi-network eSIMs while addressing 2 billion people's internet gap.[2]
Kolet is poised to scale as proprietary eSIM tech matures, expanding partnerships and launching data donation features to solidify its "Robin Hood of telecom" ethos.[2][3] Trends like 5G proliferation, AI-optimized plans, and regulatory tailwinds for fair roaming will fuel growth, potentially evolving Kolet into a full-stack connectivity platform influencing traveler norms worldwide. From easing travel woes to global inclusion, Kolet exemplifies how eSIM innovation turns connectivity from hassle to effortless essential.[1][2]
Kolet has raised $10.0M in total across 1 funding round.
Kolet's investors include iNovia Capital, OMERS Ventures, Revolution Ventures, Wind Ventures, Erik Blachford.
Kolet has raised $10.0M across 1 funding round. Most recently, it raised $10.0M Series A in June 2025.
| Date | Round | Lead Investors | Other Investors |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 1, 2025 | $10.0M Series A | iNovia Capital, OMERS Ventures, Revolution Ventures, Wind Ventures, Erik Blachford |
