eSIM Colombia: Prepaid Data Plans for Travellers
Stay connected across Colombia with a prepaid travel eSIM. Choose from 12 data plans starting at $0.67, buy online, and activate on arrival. No physical SIM card, no roaming fees, no paperwork at the airport.
- Plans from
- $0.67
- Plans available
- 25
- Smallest bundle
- 100MB
- Shortest validity
- 7 days
- Delivery
- QR code by email, within minutes
- Plan type
- Prepaid data only — no contract
Data Plans Built for Travel in Colombia
Every plan is data-only and works nationwide, from Bogotá and Medellín to Cartagena, the coffee region, and beyond. Plans start with 100MB valid for 7 days and scale up for longer trips or heavier data use. You receive a QR code by email within minutes of purchase, ready to scan when you land.
Data works on 4G/LTE and 5G where the underlying network and your device support it. Use it for maps, rideshare apps, restaurant lookups, messaging over WhatsApp or iMessage, and tethering to a laptop or tablet. Because these are prepaid plans, there are no surprise charges and no contract to cancel.
How to Set Up Your eSIM for Colombia
Check that your phone supports eSIM before you buy. Most iPhones from XS onward, recent Samsung Galaxy and Google Pixel models, and many other flagship devices are compatible. Your phone must be carrier-unlocked. Buy your plan online, then watch for the QR code email, usually within minutes.
Install the eSIM profile before you leave or once you arrive and have WiFi. Go to your phone's cellular or mobile data settings, choose Add eSIM or Add Mobile Plan, and scan the QR code. The plan activates when it first detects a Colombian network, so you can install it early without starting the validity clock. Keep your home SIM active for calls and texts if your phone supports dual SIM.
Staying Connected While Travelling in Colombia
Coverage reaches all major cities and tourist corridors. Bogotá, Medellín, Cali, and Cartagena have strong urban connectivity. The highway between Bogotá and Villa de Leyva, the main routes through the coffee triangle, and the coastal road from Cartagena to Santa Marta generally maintain a reliable signal. Expect slower speeds or dropouts in mountainous stretches, cloud forest parks like Cocora Valley, and remote sections of the Amazon or Pacific coast.
Travellers typically use 500MB to 1GB per week for maps, messaging, and light browsing. Streaming video, uploading photos to cloud storage, or video calls will push data use higher. Download offline maps for Bogotá's TransMilenio or regional driving routes before heading into rural areas. Hostels, cafés, and coworking spaces in cities offer WiFi, but having mobile data means you stay connected in taxis, buses, and smaller towns between destinations.
Frequently asked questions
Will my phone work with an eSIM in Colombia?
Your phone needs to support eSIM technology and be carrier-unlocked. Most iPhones from XS onward and recent Android flagships qualify. Check your settings for an Add eSIM option or contact your home carrier to confirm your device is unlocked before you buy.
When does my Colombia eSIM plan start?
The plan activates automatically when it first connects to a network in Colombia. You can install the eSIM profile days or weeks before travel. The validity period begins only after activation, so installing early will not waste any days.
Can I make phone calls with this eSIM?
No. These are data-only plans with no local phone number, so you cannot make traditional voice calls or send SMS. You can use internet-based apps like WhatsApp, FaceTime, Skype, or Telegram for calls and messages over your data connection.
What happens if I run out of data during my trip?
You can buy and install a second eSIM plan if your phone supports multiple eSIM profiles, or top up by purchasing another plan from esimbloom. Once installed, switch between profiles in your phone's cellular settings. Your original plan remains installed unless you delete it.
Does the eSIM work in rural areas and smaller Colombian towns?
Coverage is strongest in cities and major routes. Smaller towns along tourist paths generally have connectivity, but expect reduced speeds or gaps in mountainous terrain, national parks, and remote regions like parts of the Amazon basin or the Pacific coast. Download maps and essentials before leaving urban areas.