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Guyana eSIM

1 country Fixed + daily plans

Mobile data in Guyana. No roaming fees, instant activation, one-tap install on iPhone, Samsung and Android.

Get Started
  1. 01Internet on arrival
  2. 02No SIM swap — keep your number
  3. 03Set up in under a minute, before you fly

Choose your plan

Limited-time deal Selected 15 Days $24.50 $18.99
  • 3G/4G network speeds
  • Top-up anytime if needed
  • Instant Activation · Hotspot Sharing
  • 24/7 Support · No Contracts
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1 days
$8.49
  • 1 GB high speed per 24 hours
  • Unlimited data (min. 512 Kbps after high-speed)
  • 3G/4G · Instant activation · Hotspot sharing
  • 24/7 Support · No Contracts

All Guyana eSIM plans and prices

USD · Price per GB rounded ·
Data Valid Price Per GB
1 GB 7 Days $7.99 $7.99
3 GB 15 Days $18.99 $6.33
3 GB 30 Days $21.99 $7.33
5 GB 30 Days $35.99 $7.20
10 GB 30 Days $59.99 $6.00
20 GB 30 Days $122.99 $6.15
1 GB a day Unlimited daily $8.49 / day —
2 GB a day Unlimited daily $15.99 / day —
3 GB a day Unlimited daily $28.99 / day —
10 GB a day Unlimited daily $60.99 / day —

Which Guyana eSIM plan should I pick?

A typical day: 2 hours of maps, a few calls, a short video call, photos on WhatsApp and 30 minutes of Reels or TikTok — about 1 GB a day.

  • Weekend or 3 days
    about 3 GB
    3 GB · 15 Days
    $18.99
  • 7 days
    about 7 GB
    10 GB · 30 Days
    $59.99
  • 14 days
    about 14 GB
    20 GB · 30 Days
    $122.99
  • 30 days
    about 30 GB
    20 GB · 30 Days
    $122.99
  • Streaming and hotspot every day Unlimited daily
    from $8.49 / day

More scrolling, streaming or hotspot? Go one size up, or pick a daily plan.

How it works

  1. Step01 Choose Plan Pick the data and validity that fit your trip.
  2. Step02 Receive Order Email Your eSIM arrives by email straight away.
  3. Step03 Install in one tap Tap install, then switch on data when you land.

Coverage

  • Guyana Digicel 4G

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Common Questions

How does an eSIM help with exploring Georgetown in Guyana?

You walk out of Cheddi Jagan International Airport with your hotel address open, passing the SIM queue instead of joining it. Once your taxi is arranged, you send your host a WhatsApp message and follow the route into Georgetown on Google Maps. The landscape changes from roadside greenery to wooden houses and busy streets, and you find the right entrance to your accommodation without hunting for Wi-Fi.

With your bag dropped off, you head towards Stabroek Market, using the map to keep your bearings among the busy surrounding streets. A stall catches your eye, so you look up a dish you have not tried before and choose something to eat. Later, you pull up the route to the seawall and message your host on WhatsApp for a dinner recommendation while you watch the Atlantic beyond the wall.

What should tourists look for in an eSIM for Guyana?

Choose an eSIM that suits both the coast and any interior excursions on your itinerary. This plan connects to supported local networks, with stronger coverage around Georgetown and the settled coast than in the rainforest interior. Hotspot works on most plans, and this plan supports top-ups when you need more data.

Look for straightforward preparation, too: this eSIM supports installation before you fly and gives you 180 days from purchase to activate. The data allowance and validity depend on the package you choose, so use the plan picker to compare those details.

Where will my eSIM get coverage in Guyana?

Your eSIM connects to local networks including Digicel, with 3G/4G service. Coverage is strongest around Georgetown, New Amsterdam and the populated coastal tourist areas. It becomes patchier inland, across the rainforest, the Pakaraima Mountains and the Rupununi savannah. Remote excursions around Kaieteur National Park take you into terrain with much less consistent connectivity than the coast.

SimSwift eSIMLocal SIMRoaming
SetupInstall at home before you flyFind a shop or airport kiosk and queue after landingNothing to install; switch roaming on
When you're connectedOn landing, once connected to a supported networkAfter purchase and setupOn landing if your home plan includes roaming here
Paperwork / IDNo paperwork or ID needed for this eSIM purchaseID may be requested at the counterNo additional registration; uses your existing home account
Cost predictabilityPay once upfront for your chosen packageLocal rates; purchase after arrivalDepends on what your home plan includes
WhatsApp & your numberKeep using WhatsApp on your home numberNew local number; WhatsApp stays on your home numberYour home number, on your home plan's roaming terms
Top-upsAdd data anytime with a top-upBuy more data through local shops or provider servicesExtra data depends on your home plan

What should I prepare for travelling around Guyana?

  • Download offline maps for the Rupununi before heading inland, and save your lodge location separately.
  • Carry a charged power bank for rainforest excursions where charging points are scarce.
  • Bring a universal travel adaptor; accommodation can have different socket types.
  • Carry cash for market stalls and small coastal businesses; save card payments for places that accept them.
  • Keep your phone in a waterproof pouch during boat transfers and heavy tropical rain.
  • Ask before photographing people at markets or in Indigenous communities, and follow your guide’s advice about sharing locations.

How much does a Guyana eSIM cost?

SimSwift Guyana eSIMs start at $7.99 for 1 GB valid for 7 Days. Unlimited daily plans start at $8.49 a day.

When does the Guyana eSIM activate?

It activates when you connect to a supported network in Guyana (usually upon arrival). No manual activation needed—just land, turn on your phone, and you're connected.

How does an eSIM work?

An eSIM is a digital SIM built into your phone that activates mobile data without a physical card. After purchase, you install the Guyana eSIM in one tap from your order email. Once you arrive in Guyana, your phone connects to local networks automatically—no SIM swaps or roaming fees.

How do I install Guyana eSIM on iPhone?

Open your order email on your iPhone and tap the install button: the eSIM installs in one tap, then follow the prompts. Once installed, select the eSIM as your data line. You'll need to enable Data Roaming on the eSIM line (not your primary SIM) to connect in Guyana.

How do I install Guyana eSIM on Android?

Open your order email on your Samsung, Pixel or other eSIM phone and tap the install button: the eSIM installs in one tap. Set the eSIM as your data line and enable Data Roaming on the eSIM profile to use mobile data in Guyana.

How do I activate my eSIM at Guyana's main airport?

At home, install in one tap using the button in your order email; keep the line off until landing at Cheddi Jagan International Airport. Switch it on with data roaming enabled; it connects automatically to a supported local network. You have 180 days from purchase to activate.

Do I need to turn on Data Roaming for Guyana eSIM?

Yes, enable Data Roaming on the eSIM line (not your primary SIM). This allows the eSIM to connect to local networks in Guyana. You won't be charged roaming fees—it connects as a local plan with no extra charges from your home carrier.

Can I share eSIM data on a Guyana coastal road trip?

Yes, hotspot and tethering work on most plans. On an Essequibo Coast road trip, your passenger can use your connection to look up places to stop on their own device.

Will WhatsApp work with a data-only eSIM?

Yes! WhatsApp and iMessage stay linked to your home number. The Guyana eSIM is data-only, so your existing messaging apps work perfectly—you keep all your chats and contacts.

Can I make calls with a data-only eSIM?

This eSIM doesn't include a phone number for regular calls/SMS. However, you can make calls using WhatsApp, FaceTime, Skype, or other internet-based apps over your data connection.

How long is Guyana eSIM valid after purchase?

You have 180 days from purchase to activate your Guyana eSIM. Once activated, the plan validity depends on the package you chose (shown on the product page).

Can I top up my Guyana eSIM?

Yes! All fixed data plans support instant top-ups. Purchase a top-up package using your original eSIM reference number—no new eSIM to install.
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