South America eSIM
11 Countries, 5G Coverage

Explore South America with one Roami eSIM. 5G in Brazil, Argentina, Chile, Colombia, Peru, and 6 more countries. Instant activation before you depart. No roaming fees at any border. Plans from $1.99.

11 countries 5G speeds Plans from $1.99 Instant activation
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Why Choose a Regional South America eSIM?

Backpack from Rio to Buenos Aires to Lima without buying a new SIM in each country. One regional plan covers the entire continent.

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Cross-Border Coverage

Travel the classic Brazil to Argentina to Chile to Peru route on one eSIM. No SIM swapping at borders. Cross between countries seamlessly.

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Save vs Per-Country Plans

Instead of buying 4-5 separate country eSIMs ($25+), one South America plan covers all 11 countries from just $5 with no hidden fees.

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5G in Major Cities

5G is available in Sao Paulo, Buenos Aires, Santiago, Lima, and Bogota. Reliable 4G/LTE everywhere else — even in Patagonia and the Andes.

South America eSIM works in 11 countries

One eSIM connects to the strongest local network in every country automatically. 7 countries have 5G, 4 have reliable 4G/LTE. Tap any country for setup guides and carrier details.

South America

Brazil flag Brazil 5G Argentina flag Argentina 5G Chile flag Chile 5G Colombia flag Colombia 5G Peru flag Peru 5G Ecuador flag Ecuador 5G Bolivia flag Bolivia 4G Uruguay flag Uruguay 5G Paraguay flag Paraguay 4G Venezuela flag Venezuela 4G French Guiana flag French Guiana 4G
Top South America Carrier Partners

Powered by South America's largest mobile operators

Your Roami eSIM auto-switches between 4+ carriers for the best signal.

Vivo

Brazil

One of Brazil's largest operators. Your eSIM connects automatically, covering Brazil.

Excellent coverage

Movistar

Spain (LatAm ops)

One of Spain (LatAm ops)'s largest operators. Your eSIM connects automatically, covering Argentina, Chile, Colombia, Peru, Ecuador, Uruguay.

Very good coverage

Entel

Chile

One of Chile's largest operators. Your eSIM connects automatically, covering Chile, Peru.

Excellent coverage

Claro

Mexico (LatAm ops)

One of Mexico (LatAm ops)'s largest operators. Your eSIM connects automatically, covering Brazil, Colombia, Peru, Ecuador.

Very good coverage

* Actual network speeds depend on your location, time of day, and network congestion. 5G availability varies by country and carrier.

Why a South America eSIM Instead of Roaming

South America eSIM vs. carrier roaming

If you use your home carrier's international roaming in South America, you are almost certainly overpaying. Here is how they compare.

Your Carrier's Roaming

Hidden Fees
$140–$210
estimated for a 2-week trip
✖ Daily cost: $10 - $15/day
✖ 14-day backpacking trip (4 countries): $140 - $210
✖ 5G speed: Often throttled to 3G
✖ Data limit: Often capped at 0.5GB/day
✖ Multiple countries: $10/day per country (may vary)
✖ Hotspot tethering: Often restricted or charged extra
✖ Setup time: Already active (but expensive)

Roami South America eSIM

Best Value
From $1.99
prepaid plans from $5 for a full trip
✓ Daily cost: $0.33 - $2.00/day
✓ 14-day backpacking trip (4 countries): $15
✓ 5G speed: Full local 5G speed in major cities
✓ Data limit: Up to unlimited data
✓ Multiple countries: 11 countries, zero extra fees
✓ Hotspot tethering: Included free
✓ Setup time: 2 minutes (QR code)
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South America eSIM: questions travelers ask

Everything you need to know about using a South America eSIM.

❓ Does one Roami eSIM cover all of South America?
Yes. One Roami South America eSIM covers 11 countries from Brazil to Argentina, Chile to Colombia. Cross borders without changing your SIM card. Your data keeps working at every crossing.
❓ Is there coverage in remote areas like Patagonia and the Amazon?
5G is available in major cities like Sao Paulo, Buenos Aires, Santiago, Lima, and Bogota. In remote areas like Patagonia and the Amazon, you will have reliable 4G/LTE near towns and tourist centers. Signal may be weak extremely far from populated areas. It is the best eSIM for South America travel — prepaid, covering 11 countries with one affordable plan, local network speeds, and instant QR activation. Browse South America eSIM plans for pricing and data options.
❓ Can I use this for the classic South American backpacker route?
Absolutely. The Brazil to Argentina to Chile to Peru route is one of the world’s great backpacking circuits. One Roami eSIM covers every country on that route — no need to hunt for a local SIM in each new country.
❓ How do I activate my South America eSIM?
Activating your Roami South America eSIM takes under 2 minutes. After purchase, open your confirmation email and scan the QR code with your phone’s camera. For iPhone, go to Settings > Cellular > Add eSIM. For Android, go to Settings > Network & Internet > Add eSIM. Your prepaid eSIM installs before you depart and activates automatically when you land in South America.
❓ How much does a South America eSIM cost?
Roami South America eSIM plans start at just $1.99, with prepaid data plans from $5 for a full trip. Compare that to carrier roaming at $10-$15 per day, and a 2-week trip saves you $130+. There is no contract and no hidden fees — you pay once upfront and get unlimited data options across all included countries.
❓ What if my South America eSIM doesn't work?
Roami offers a 100% refund guarantee. If your South America eSIM doesn’t activate or you experience connectivity issues, contact our 24/7 human support team. We will troubleshoot with you immediately, and if the issue cannot be resolved, we issue a full refund — no questions asked. For the best eSIM for South American backpacking, try a free trial with a free South America eSIM or see prepaid plans.
❓ Can I use my South America eSIM and keep my regular number?
Yes. Most modern phones support dual SIM — one physical SIM and one eSIM running simultaneously. Your Roami South America eSIM handles all your data while your regular SIM keeps your home number active for calls and texts. No contract changes with your existing carrier are needed.

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