eSIM North America

Why do you need an eSIM for North America?

The United States, Canada, and Mexico are outside the European Union's roaming zone, so your Spanish "roam like at home" plan won't work when you cross the Atlantic. As soon as you land in New York, Toronto, or Cancun, your phone will connect to a local network and start charging for data at exorbitant prices: checking a map, uploading a photo, or ordering an Uber could cost you several euros in seconds.

Until now, you had three inconvenient options: activate your carrier's roaming and pay a fortune, wait in line at the airport to buy a local SIM with documentation and in English, or carry a pocket WiFi that you had to pick up, return, and recharge every night. The eSIM solves this: you buy online, receive a QR code, scan it, and land with working data without changing cards or touching your number.

How much does roaming cost in North America?

As these are destinations outside the EU, roaming costs skyrocket. Many Spanish plans charge between €6 and €12 per day for a limited data bundle in the United States, Canada, or Mexico, and without a contracted bundle, individual MBs can cost over €10/MB, leading to outrageous bills. A two-week trip can easily go over €100 just for data. With a PuraSIM eSIM, you pay a fixed rate and know exactly how much you're spending before leaving home.

How much does an eSIM for North America cost?

You choose the GBs based on the number of days you'll be traveling: there are small bundles for a weekend getaway and large plans for a month-long road trip along the West Coast. There are no tie-ins, no hidden fees, and no contract: you pay once, use the data, and that's it. Check out all eSIM plans for North America and pick the one that fits your itinerary.

How many GB do I need for North America?

It depends on how much you use your mobile. If you rely on hotel WiFi and only need maps and messaging, a little will be enough; if you're going to share stories, watch videos, and use GPS all day, upgrade your plan. This table will guide you based on your travel style:

What is the best eSIM for North America?

The best one is the one that connects to the widest coverage networks in each country: in the United States, AT&T and T-Mobile; in Canada, Rogers, Bell, and Telus; and in Mexico, Telcel and AT&T Mexico. Our eSIM relies on these premium operators4G/LTE and 5G where available, so you'll have the same signal as a local without changing your card.

• Premium local network in the U. S., Canada, and Mexico with real 4G/5G.
• Activation in 1 minute by scanning the QR, no store or paperwork needed.
• Share data via hotspot with your laptop, tablet, or travel companions.
• No long-term commitment and 24/7 Spanish support if anything goes wrong.

Coverage in North America: city by city

• New York: 4G/5G throughout Manhattan, JFK and Newark airports, and even in most of the subway.
• Los Angeles and Las Vegas: 5G on the Strip, Hollywood, and the highways connecting them.
• Miami and Orlando: solid coverage on the beaches, South Beach, and theme parks.
• Toronto and Vancouver: strong urban 4G/5G; in the Rockies and Banff, the signal is good in towns and main roads.
• Mexico City: 4G/5G in the center, Polanco, and the subway; Cancun and the Riviera Maya well covered in hotels and tourist areas.
• National Parks (Grand Canyon, Yellowstone): good signal at access points and viewpoints, weaker in remote areas, as with any local operator.

eSIM, local SIM, or pocket WiFi

A local SIM requires finding a store, showing your passport, and removing your Spanish SIM, with the risk of losing it. A pocket WiFi is an extra device that needs to be charged, picked up, and returned, and its battery runs out by mid-afternoon. The eSIM wins in convenience: you buy it from your couch, install it before flying, and keep your WhatsApp number for calls and SMS. For a trip to the United States, Canada, or Mexico, it's the fastest and cheapest option.

How do you activate the eSIM for North America?

• Buy your plan online and receive the QR code instantly in your email.
• Install it at home with WiFi: scan the QR and add the eSIM in your phone's settings.
• Activate it upon arrival: turn on the eSIM's data when you land at your destination.
• Connect: the local network recognizes you in seconds, and you'll be browsing with 4G/5G.

Tips to avoid overspending

• Deactivate roaming on your physical SIM so it doesn't accidentally connect to the network.
• Use hotel WiFi for large downloads, offline maps, and uploading videos.
• Choose your GB wisely: better to have a generous plan than to run out halfway through your trip.
• Download maps and series before you leave to stretch your data.

Traveling to more destinations?

This regional eSIM covers the United States, Canada, and Mexico with a single plan, ideal if you're combining New York with Toronto or Mexico City and Cancun without changing cards: it's more cost-effective than buying an eSIM for each country. If your route focuses on one destination, check out our eSIM for the United States, the eSIM for Canada, or the eSIM for Mexico. And if you keep crossing borders, with the international eSIM you'll have data in over 100 countries, or discover other popular destinations for your next trip.