South America (17 Countries) eSIM
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About South America (17 Countries) eSIM
DataESIM Latin America eSIM: Stay Connected Across 17 Countries
Welcome to the ultimate connectivity solution for your South and Central American journey. The DataESIM Latin America eSIM provides seamless, high-speed internet access (4G/LTE) across 17 vibrant destinations. Avoid expensive international roaming fees and the hassle of buying local SIM cards in every country.
Why Choose DataESIM for Your South America Trip?
Whether exploring Machu Picchu, enjoying Rio's beaches, or conducting business in Bogota, reliable internet is essential. DataESIM offers the best "prepaid eSIM Latin America", "eSIM Brazil", and "eSIM Argentina".
Extensive Coverage in 17 Destinations
Our regional LATAM eSIM ensures you stay connected:
- South America Brazil eSIM, Argentina eSIM, Colombia eSIM, Peru eSIM, Chile eSIM, Ecuador eSIM, Bolivia eSIM, Uruguay eSIM, Paraguay eSIM.
- Central America & Caribbean Costa Rica eSIM, Panama eSIM, Guatemala eSIM, Honduras eSIM, El Salvador eSIM, Nicaragua eSIM, Puerto Rico eSIM, Martinique eSIM.
Instant Activation and Easy Setup
Your DataESIM eSIM is delivered instantly via email. Simply scan the QR code with your eSIM-compatible device, and your data plan activates upon arrival.
Affordable and Flexible Data Plans
Transparent pricing with no hidden fees. Choose the best plan for your itinerary:
How to Activate Your DataESIM LATAM eSIM
- Compatibility: Ensure your device supports eSIM technology.
- Purchase: Choose your plan on /.
- Install: Scan the QR code received via email.
- Connect: Upon landing, enable data roaming for your DataESIM eSIM line.
eSIM ready in 60 seconds
Step-by-step guide for iPhone, Samsung, Google Pixel, anywhere on Earth.
- 60sAverage activation
- 50K+eSIMs activated
- 200+Countries covered
No SIM card needed. Activate before you board.
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Data-First Plans
Our plans are optimized for data. Traditional GSM calls aren't included, but you can make unlimited voice and video calls via WhatsApp, FaceTime, or Zoom over your high-speed data.
Your WhatsApp Number Stays
Your contacts stay intact. While abroad, keep using your existing WhatsApp number to stay in touch with family, friends, and colleagues.
High-Speed Hotspot Sharing
Turn your phone into a portable Wi-Fi hub. Share your high-speed internet with your tablet, laptop, or travel companions for productivity on the go.
throughput
87Mbps
↑ down · stable
latency
42ms
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ACTIVE HIGH-DATA PLAN
South America (17 Countries) Work Trip
12GB
High-speed data remaining
Device Compatibility for Power Users
Before purchase, ensure your phone is carrier-unlocked (Simlock-free) and supports eSIM. Most modern flagship smartphones are compatible and handle high-data usage.
Smart Activation Timing
Install your eSIM profile calmly on home Wi-Fi. It only activates when you arrive and connect to a network, ensuring you don't waste any valuable data days.
24/7 Expert Support
Need help with setup or maximizing your data? Our expert team is available 7 days a week over live chat to ensure you stay online and productive.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Most flagship smartphones released since 2018-2019 support eSIM, including iPhone XS and newer, Google Pixel 3 and newer, and Samsung Galaxy S20 series and newer. Tablets, smartwatches and an increasing number of laptops also support eSIM. The fastest way to verify your specific device is to check Settings , if you see "Add eSIM" or "Add cellular plan" as an option, you're compatible.
eSIM compatibility is now standard across the high-end smartphone market and rapidly spreading into mid-range devices. Cellesim works with any unlocked, eSIM-capable device , no special configuration needed beyond scanning the QR code we send you.
iPhones with eSIM support
- iPhone XS, XS Max, XR (2018) , first iPhones with eSIM (one physical SIM + one eSIM).
- iPhone 11, 11 Pro, 11 Pro Max (2019).
- iPhone 12, 12 mini, 12 Pro, 12 Pro Max (2020).
- iPhone 13, 13 mini, 13 Pro, 13 Pro Max (2021) , supports two active eSIMs simultaneously.
- iPhone 14, 14 Plus, 14 Pro, 14 Pro Max (2022) , US versions are eSIM-only (no physical SIM tray).
- iPhone 15, 15 Plus, 15 Pro, 15 Pro Max, iPhone SE 3 and later , full eSIM support.
Google Pixel with eSIM support
- Pixel 3 / 3 XL and all later models (Pixel 4, 4a, 5, 5a, 6, 6 Pro, 6a, 7, 7 Pro, 7a, 8, 8 Pro, Pixel Fold).
Samsung Galaxy with eSIM support
- Galaxy S20, S20+, S20 Ultra, S20 FE (2020) , first Galaxy with eSIM.
- Galaxy S21 / S22 / S23 / S24 series (all variants except some regional versions).
- Galaxy Z Fold 2, 3, 4, 5 and Z Flip 1, 2, 3, 4, 5.
- Galaxy Note 20, 20 Ultra.
- Note: Some regional Samsung variants (e.g., specific Hong Kong dual-SIM physical models) may not support eSIM. Check Settings → Connections → SIM Card Manager.
Other Android devices with eSIM
- Huawei: P40, P40 Pro, Mate 40 Pro and newer flagships.
- Motorola: Razr (2019+), Edge 30 series, ThinkPhone.
- Xiaomi: Mi 11 series and newer (international versions).
- OnePlus: OnePlus 11, 12 (verify region).
- Sony: Xperia 1 IV, 5 IV, 10 IV and newer.
- Nokia / HMD: G60, X30 5G.
How to verify eSIM support on your device
- iPhone: Settings → Cellular → look for "Add eSIM" or "Add Cellular Plan". You can also dial *#06# , if you see an "EID" (32-digit number), your phone has eSIM hardware.
- Android: Settings → Connections (or Network & Internet) → SIM Cards → look for "Download a SIM instead" or "Add eSIM".
- EID check: most eSIM-capable Android phones show EID in Settings → About Phone → Status.
Tip: Even if your phone supports eSIM hardware, it must be unlocked (not carrier-locked) to use third-party eSIMs like Cellesim. Most phones bought outright are unlocked; phones from carrier instalment plans may require unlocking after the contract is paid off.
Almost every flagship smartphone released since 2019 supports eSIM, making it ideal for international travel. Compatible models include iPhone XS and newer, Google Pixel 3 and newer, Samsung Galaxy S20 and newer, plus a growing list of mid-range devices. If your phone has Settings → Cellular → "Add eSIM", you're ready to use a Cellesim plan abroad.
Travellers benefit most from eSIM because it eliminates the airport SIM-card queue, removes the need to swap your home SIM out, and lets you keep your usual phone number active for SMS verification. A Cellesim travel eSIM activates the moment you land , no shop visit required.
Best eSIM-compatible travel phones
- iPhone (2018+): XS, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16 series and SE 3rd gen , all support Dual SIM with one physical SIM + one eSIM. iPhone 14/15/16 in the US is eSIM-only.
- Google Pixel (2018+): Pixel 3 through Pixel 9 , all support eSIM. Pixel 7 Pro and newer support multiple active eSIMs.
- Samsung Galaxy (2020+): S20, S21, S22, S23, S24, S25, Note 20, Fold and Flip series.
- Motorola: Razr (2019+), Edge 30/40, ThinkPhone , most newer flagships.
- OnePlus: OnePlus 11, 12 , varies by region.
- Sony: Xperia 1 IV / V, Xperia 10 IV / V.
- Xiaomi: Mi 11 international and newer flagships.
- Nokia/HMD: G60 5G, X30 5G.
What to check before buying a travel eSIM
- eSIM hardware: dial *#06# , if an EID number appears, you're compatible.
- Carrier unlock status: phones bought on instalment plans may be locked to your home carrier. Most outright purchases are unlocked.
- iOS version: iOS 12.1 or newer for full eSIM support.
- Android version: Android 9 or newer typically supports eSIM, though it depends on the manufacturer.
- Region-specific variants: some Samsung models sold in Hong Kong or China are dual physical SIM with no eSIM , verify your specific model number.
Travel-friendly phones that don't support eSIM
- iPhones older than XS (iPhone X, 8, 7, 6 series).
- Most budget Android phones (entry-level Samsung A series before A53, Xiaomi Redmi entry models).
- Older Huawei devices without Google Services.
- Region-specific dual physical SIM variants (verify model number).
Tip: if your current phone doesn't support eSIM but you travel often, an unlocked, mid-range eSIM-capable phone (e.g., Pixel 7a, iPhone SE 3, Samsung Galaxy A55) makes an excellent secondary travel device , pair it with a Cellesim plan and you have a full mobile internet kit for any destination.
Most modern phones do, but you must check our specific list here: eSIM Compatible Devices to be 100% sure before purchasing.
Yes. This single eSIM covers Peru, Bolivia, and Chile (plus 14 others), allowing you to cross borders seamlessly without changing settings or buying new SIMs. It is perfect for the popular "Gringo Trail" route.
You will generally have reliable signal at the Machu Picchu citadel itself and in the town of Aguas Calientes. However, expect connectivity to be spotty or non-existent while hiking the Inca Trail or Salkantay Trek until you reach the main sites.
Yes. Since the plan includes both Brazil and Argentina, you will have uninterrupted coverage while visiting both sides of Iguazu Falls, allowing you to share photos of the Devil's Throat (Garganta del Diablo) instantly.
Coverage is limited to major gateway cities like Manaus (Brazil), Iquitos (Peru), and Leticia (Colombia). Once you travel by boat deep into the Amazon jungle or stay at remote eco-lodges, you will likely be offline.
Yes. Despite the name, this regional bundle explicitly covers key Central American destinations including Costa Rica, Panama, Guatemala, El Salvador, Honduras, and Nicaragua, making it ideal for trips spanning both continents.
Yes. Ride-hailing apps like Uber, Cabify, and DiDi are widely used and safer than hailing street taxis in cities like Buenos Aires, Santiago, Bogota, and Rio de Janeiro. Reliable data is essential to book and track your rides.
Coverage is good in base towns like Puerto Natales, El Calafate, and El Chaltén. However, inside national parks like Torres del Paine or on the hiking trails to Mount Fitz Roy, signal is very limited or non-existent.
You will have signal in the town of Uyuni and at the "Train Cemetery." However, out on the vast salt flats of Salar de Uyuni and during the multi-day jeep tours to the colored lagoons, coverage is extremely rare.
Absolutely. Major high-altitude capitals like La Paz, Quito, and Cusco have excellent 4G/LTE coverage. Data is vital for checking maps, acclimatization tips, and translation apps while navigating these dense urban centers.