The US is big, and you’ll lean on your phone for rideshares, maps, tickets and restaurant bookings. A travel eSIM avoids expensive roaming and gets you online as soon as you land.
Which networks does a USA eSIM use?
Our United States eSIM runs on major US networks, such as AT&T, T-Mobile and Verizon, with 5G where available. The exact network depends on the plan, and each plan page shows it. Coverage is strong in cities and along interstates. National parks, deserts and mountain roads can have long stretches with no signal on any network.
How much data do you need in the USA?
- City break (New York, Las Vegas, Miami): 3–5 GB for a week of maps, rides and messaging.
- Two-week trip or road trip: 10–20 GB, especially with navigation running all day.
- Remote work, streaming or hotspot: choose a large plan or unlimited daily data.
There are 35 US plans, from 100 MB to 100 GB plus unlimited daily data, valid from 3 days up to 6 months.
Tips for travelling in the US
- Road trips: download offline maps for national parks such as Yosemite, Zion and the Grand Canyon before you lose signal.
- Rides: Uber and Lyft run in most cities, and airport pickup zones are app-based.
- Two-factor codes: bank texts go to your home number, so keep your home SIM active for SMS with data roaming off.
Hawaii, Canada and multi-country trips
Heading to the islands? There’s a dedicated Hawaii eSIM. Driving north? The USA & Canada eSIM covers both countries, and the Europe & USA eSIM suits transatlantic trips.
Which USA plan should I choose?
Match the plan to the length of your trip and how you use your phone. A few common setups for the USA:
- City break in New York or Las Vegas: 3–5 GB valid about a week.
- Two-week road trip: 10–20 GB valid 15–30 days, since navigation runs all day.
- Long stays, study or remote work: a large plan valid 30 days or more, or unlimited daily data.
Each plan page shows its data, how many days it lasts and when those days start, so you can compare before you buy. Fixed-data plans suit predictable use. Unlimited daily plans give you a full-speed allowance every day and slow down after it, which suits heavy users who don’t want to count gigabytes.
eSIM vs roaming: is it worth it?
Roaming with your home SIM is convenient but often charged per day or per megabyte, and the bill arrives after the trip. A travel eSIM is a one-time payment for a set allowance, with no contract or auto-renewal. You keep your home number on the same phone for calls and texts, while the eSIM handles data. For most visitors to the USA, that means a lower cost and no surprises.
How to set up your eSIM
- Check your phone supports eSIM and is unlocked (most iPhones from the XS onwards and recent Pixel and Galaxy phones do).
- Choose your plan on the USA eSIM page. We email you a QR code.
- Open the QR code on another screen or print it. In your phone’s mobile data (or SIM) settings, choose Add eSIM and scan it, ideally over Wi-Fi.
- Label the new line “Travel”. Keep your home SIM on for calls and texts if you like, with its data roaming off.
- When you land, set mobile data to the travel line and turn on data roaming for it.
When do the days start? It depends on the plan, and each plan shows it. Some start when the eSIM first connects in the country, others as soon as you install it. If yours starts on install, add it a day or two before you fly.
USA eSIM FAQ
Do I get a US phone number?
No, it’s a data-only eSIM. Use WhatsApp, FaceTime or similar apps for calls.
Does it work in every state?
It works across the US wherever its partner networks have coverage, with gaps in remote areas. Hawaii has its own dedicated plan.
Can I share data with a laptop?
That depends on your phone and the plan. Hotspot use eats data fast, so choose a bigger or unlimited plan if you’ll be working from your laptop.
Planning your US trip? Choose your USA eSIM plan and land connected.
