eSIM plans for United States

Why do you need an eSIM for the United States?

The United States is not part of the European Union, so your "roaming like at home" plan won't work here: as soon as your phone connects to an American network, you start paying international roaming charges that skyrocket per megabyte. Checking Google Maps in Manhattan, ordering an Uber in Los Angeles, or uploading a story from Las Vegas can cost you a fortune without you even realizing it.

The usual alternatives are inconvenient: activating your Spanish operator's roaming and praying that the bill doesn't explode, waiting in line at the airport to buy a local SIM (with your passport and in English), or renting a pocket WiFi that needs to be charged and returned. An eSIM for the United States solves it in a minute: you buy online, receive a QR code by email, scan it, and land with data ready to use.

How much does roaming cost in the United States?

It depends on your operator, but the figures are frightening. With a daily data pass for "world zone, " Movistar, Vodafone, or Orange charge you between €5 and €6 per day just to use your gigabytes, and some plans go up to €10-15 daily. In two weeks of travel, that's easily €70-90 wasted, and without a pass, individual megabytes are paid at a premium. With a PuraSIM eSIM, those same two weeks will cost you a fraction, with a fixed rate and no surprises on your bill.

How much does an eSIM for the United States cost?

Our eSIMs for the United States have no commitment or contracts. You choose the GB you need based on your trip duration and pay once: what you spend is what you see, with no small print. Still not sure which plan suits you? See all eSIM plans for the United States and compare duration and data at a glance.

How many GB do I need for the United States?

As a rule, estimate about 1 GB for every 2-3 days if you use maps, messaging, and social media in moderation; if you're going to use a lot of streaming, video calls, or data sharing, upgrade your plan. This table will guide you based on the number of days and your type of usage:

What is the best eSIM for the United States?

The best eSIM is the one that connects to the networks with the best coverage in the country. Ours work on the major US operators —AT&T and T-Mobile US, the same antennas that locals use— with access to 4G LTE and 5G where available. No secondary networks or second-rate coverage:

• Real local network: you connect to AT&T or T-Mobile, leaders in 5G coverage and speed throughout the United States.
• Activation in 1 minute: install the QR before you leave and activate upon landing, without stores or paperwork.
• Data sharing (hotspot): share internet with your laptop, tablet, or whoever is traveling with you.
• No commitment and with guarantee: pay once, no contracts, and with 24/7 Spanish support if something goes wrong.

Coverage in the United States: city by city

• New York: excellent coverage in Manhattan, JFK and Newark airports, and signal within much of the subway and its stations.
• Los Angeles: extensive 5G throughout the city, LAX airport, and good signal on highways and in the Hollywood area.
• Las Vegas: full coverage on the Strip, in hotels, and at Harry Reid airport; ideal for using maps and apps.
• Miami: strong signal in South Beach, downtown, and MIA airport, with 5G in most tourist areas.
• Chicago and San Francisco: excellent urban coverage, public transport, and O'Hare and SFO airports.
• National parks: in the Grand Canyon, Yellowstone, or Death Valley, the signal may fail in remote areas; download offline maps before entering.

eSIM, local SIM or pocket WiFi

A local SIM requires queuing at the airport, showing your passport, and changing your physical card, losing your Spanish number in the process. A pocket WiFi is an extra device that needs to be charged every day, returned at the end, and if it runs out of battery, leaves you stranded. The eSIM wins in convenience: it doesn't take up a slot, you install it from your sofa at home, you keep your Spanish SIM for calls and WhatsApp, and you activate data as soon as you arrive in the United States. Zero plastic, zero returns.

How is the eSIM for the United States activated?

• Purchase and receive the QR: you choose your plan and receive the QR code by email within minutes.
• Install it at home with WiFi: scan the QR from your phone settings before traveling, using your home connection.
• Activate it upon arrival: when you land in the United States, select the eSIM as your data line.
• Connect: activate data roaming for the eSIM and you'll be browsing on the local network, with no further steps.

Tips to avoid overspending

• Deactivate roaming for your Spanish SIM and leave data only on the eSIM, so nothing connects by mistake.
• Download offline maps and guides (Google Maps offline) before excursions to parks or rural areas.
• Use the hotel WiFi for large downloads, updates, and photo backups, and save your GB for when you're out and about.
• Choose your GB wisely from the start: if you run out, you can always buy another eSIM or top up without commitment.

Are you traveling to more destinations?

If your itinerary doesn't end in the United States, we have a plan for every stop. Combine it with our eSIM for Canada if you're going north, or with the eSIM for Mexico if you're heading south to the Caribbean and its beaches. A big trip across the continent? Take a look at the North America plans and, if you're going around the world, our global plans with coverage in dozens of countries.