eSIM for the United States – Mobile Data from $0.72
An eSIM for the United States on esimbloom costs from $0.72, with 35 prepaid data plans from short-trip packs to month-long bundles. Buy online, scan the QR code from your email, and the plan activates the first time you connect in the United States — no roaming charges, no contract, and your home SIM stays active for calls.
- Plans from
- $0.72
- Plans available
- 35
- Smallest bundle
- 100MB
- Shortest validity
- 7 days
- Delivery
- QR code by email, within minutes
- Plan type
- Prepaid data only — no contract
Prepaid data plans for travellers in the US
esimbloom lists 35 prepaid eSIM plans for the United States from $0.72 (the smallest is 100MB for 7 days). Every plan is data-only — mobile internet for maps, messaging and bookings, but no local phone number or SMS — and prepaid: pay once, no contract, no roaming charges.
Plans use the local mobile network at whatever speed it and your device support. You'll receive a QR code by email within minutes of purchase, and the eSIM activates when you're ready to connect. No contract, no hidden fees, no surprise charges when you get home.
Installing your US eSIM before departure
Your eSIM QR code arrives by email as soon as your order is confirmed. Install it before you leave by scanning the code in your phone's settings – the process takes about two minutes. The eSIM will sit dormant on your device until you land and turn on data roaming.
Most iPhones from XS onward and recent Android flagships support eSIM. Check your device compatibility before purchase. Once installed, the plan activates automatically when it detects a supported network in the US, and your validity period begins from that moment.
Staying online across American cities and highways
The United States spans six time zones and vastly different terrain. Coverage is strong in major metropolitan areas like New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, and Miami, plus most interstate highways and suburban regions. Airport terminals, hotels, and downtown districts typically offer solid connectivity for navigation, ride-sharing apps, and video calls.
Rural areas, national parks, and long stretches of desert or mountain highways can have sparse coverage. If you're driving cross-country or visiting remote parks like Yellowstone or Death Valley, download offline maps and essential content beforehand. For city-based trips with daily navigation, messaging, and social media, a mid-range data bundle usually covers a week comfortably.
Frequently asked questions
How much does an eSIM for the United States cost?
esimbloom United States eSIM plans start at $0.72, with 35 plans to choose from. You pay once for the plan you pick — no roaming fees and no contract.
Do I need an eSIM for the United States?
Only if you want mobile data without roaming charges. An esimbloom United States eSIM is installed from a QR code before you fly, activates on your first connection in the United States, and is data-only — your home SIM stays in the second slot for calls and SMS, with its data roaming switched off.
Do US eSIM plans include a local phone number?
No. All plans are data-only. You'll have mobile internet for apps like WhatsApp, FaceTime, or Skype, but no traditional phone number for voice calls or SMS. Use internet-based calling if you need to make voice calls.
When does my plan validity start?
Your validity period begins the moment the eSIM connects to a supported network in the United States. Install the QR code before you travel, but keep data roaming off until you land to preserve your full validity window.
Can I use my eSIM as a mobile hotspot?
That depends on the specific plan you purchase. Some plans permit tethering and hotspot use, while others restrict data to the device itself. Check the individual plan details on the product page before buying.
What happens if I run out of data mid-trip?
Your connection stops when your data allowance is exhausted. You can purchase a new plan and install a second eSIM if your device supports multiple profiles, or switch to Wi-Fi until you return home.