Colombia eSIM
Mobile data in Colombia. No roaming fees, instant activation, one-tap install on iPhone, Samsung and Android.
- 01Internet on arrival
- 02No SIM swap — keep your number
- 03Set up in under a minute, before you fly
Choose Your Unlimited Plan
- 3G/4G/5G network speeds
- Top-up anytime if needed
- Instant Activation · Hotspot Sharing
- 24/7 Support · No Contracts
- 1 GB high speed per 24 hours
- Unlimited data (min. 384 Kbps after high-speed)
- 3G/4G/5G · Instant activation · Hotspot sharing
- 24/7 Support · No Contracts
All Colombia eSIM plans and prices
| Data | Valid | Price | Per GB |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 GB a day | Unlimited daily | Rs. 286.87 / day | — |
| 2 GB a day | Unlimited daily | Rs. 430.79 / day | — |
| 3 GB a day | Unlimited daily | Rs. 670.65 / day | — |
Which Colombia eSIM plan should I pick?
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Streaming and hotspot every day
Unlimited daily
from Rs. 286.87 / day
How it works
- Step01 Choose Plan Pick the data and validity that fit your trip.
- Step02 Receive Order Email Your eSIM arrives by email straight away.
- Step03 Install in one tap Tap install, then switch on data when you land.
Coverage
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Colombia
movistar 5G, Claro 4G
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Common Questions
Is an eSIM useful for exploring Bogotá in Colombia?
You walk through arrivals at El Dorado International Airport and open Uber without joining a SIM counter queue. You enter your accommodation in Bogotá, confirm the pickup point in the app and follow the ride toward La Candelaria on Google Maps. Outside the window, the mountains frame the city; on your screen, your host sends the entrance instructions through WhatsApp. You reply before reaching the door, then save the address of a café around the corner.
At the café, you use Google Translate to understand the unfamiliar dishes on the menu and choose a bowl of ajiaco. You look up the Museo del Oro ticket information, trace a walking route through the centre and send a photo of the colourful streets home through WhatsApp. Back at your accommodation, you open Rappi, browse nearby restaurants and order something to eat without having to explain the address across a counter.
What should tourists look for in a Colombia eSIM?
For Colombia, look for access to local networks serving the main visitor routes, from Bogotá and Medellín to Cartagena. This eSIM provides data on supported local networks, with the strongest coverage in cities and established tourist areas. Hotspot support on most plans also makes sharing a connection practical when you travel with a companion.
Choose an eSIM you can prepare before flying, with room to activate when your plans are settled. This plan supports installation before departure and gives you 180 days from purchase to activate. It is data-only, and its allowance renews daily rather than forming one shared pot for the trip. The allowance and validity depend on the package you choose.
Where does the eSIM have coverage in Colombia?
Your eSIM connects to local networks including movistar, Claro, with 3G/4G/5G service. Coverage is strongest in Bogotá, Medellín, Cali and Cartagena, along with established tourist areas around Santa Marta and the Coffee Region. Connections become patchier in the mountainous interior, the Amazon rainforest, remote stretches of La Guajira and national park trails away from towns.
| SimSwift eSIM | Local SIM | Roaming | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Setup | Install at home before flying | Find a shop or airport kiosk and queue after landing | Nothing to install; switch roaming on |
| When you're connected | On landing, upon connecting to a supported network | After purchase and setup | On landing if your home plan includes Colombia |
| Paperwork / ID | No paperwork needed | ID may be requested at the counter | Use your existing home account without new registration |
| Cost predictability | Pay once upfront | Buy on arrival at local rates | Included or billed separately, depending on your home plan |
| WhatsApp & your number | Keep using WhatsApp on your home number | New local number; WhatsApp stays on your home number | Your home number, on your home plan's roaming terms |
| Top-ups | Buy a new plan if you need more data | Prepaid bundles available through shops | Further data depends on your home plan |
What digital travel tips help when visiting Colombia?
- Download offline maps before driving into the Coffee Region; winding mountain roads can take you beyond reliable reception.
- Bring a compatible adapter for Colombia’s type A and B sockets, and check your charger supports the local voltage.
- Carry a payment card and cash for small purchases; market stalls and rural cafés may not accept digital payments.
- Save accommodation addresses and booking confirmations offline before heading into the Amazon rainforest.
- Keep your phone tucked away between navigation checks on busy Bogotá streets; step inside a shop to study your route.
- Use accommodation Wi-Fi for large photo backups, and ask staff for the correct network name before connecting.
How much does a Colombia eSIM cost?
SimSwift Colombia unlimited daily plans start at Rs. 286.87 a day.