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El Salvador eSIM

Land in El Salvador with data already on, and keep your WhatsApp number.

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Plan details

El Salvador

movistar4GClaro4G

Hotspot & Tethering

Share your connection with laptops, tablets, and other devices

Speed: 3G/4G

High-speed data for streaming, browsing, and navigation

Top-up Available

Add more data anytime and extend your plan validity

Activation

Plan validity begins upon first connection to a network in El Salvador

Choose your plan

NetworkClaro / movistar
How many eSIMs1
Total$5.90 per GB$29.50
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5 GB 30 days

$29.50

High-speed data wherever you go in El Salvador

On movistar and Claro, with fast 4G LTE. Every app works just like at home.

Crystal-clear calls

FaceTime, WhatsApp and Zoom with no lag

Instant uploads

Share photos and stories as they happen

Live navigation

Maps and rides that just work

Smooth streaming

Music and shows without buffering

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Network speed in El Salvador

4G LTE

movistar4GClaro4G

350Mbps

Download

75Mbps

Upload

<50ms

Latency

Download and upload speeds are up to these figures. Sample speeds under ideal conditions. Real speeds vary with location, network load and your device.

Why choose Roamix for El Salvador?

Keep your number with an instant dual-SIM setup

Zero roaming fees plus 3% back

Fixed or unlimited for any trip length

Top local networks and help 24/7

Hotspot included for your laptop too

No hidden fees

Prepaid, so never an overage

Instant delivery

Your eSIM, emailed in seconds

Secure checkout

Encrypted, we never see your card

Top up anytime

Add data without reinstalling

How to get an eSIM for El Salvador

Three quick steps, no SIM card to swap.

  1. Step 1

    Choose your eSIM data plan

    Fixed data or unlimited, for the days you need.

    How much data do I need?
  2. Step 2

    Buy securely

    Card, Apple Pay or Google Pay. Emailed in seconds.

    Check my phone works
  3. Step 3

    Install and explore

    Scan at home, and you're online when you land in El Salvador.

    See the install guide

Roamix eSIM vs roaming vs a local SIM in El Salvador

Skip the airport SIM queue and the carrier roaming bill. Here's how your options stack up.

FeatureRoamixRoamingLocal
PriceAffordable flat rateVery expensiveCheap but inconvenient
Instant activationReady in secondsOn by defaultQueue at a store
No hidden feesPay once, use freelySurprise chargesVaries by provider
Keep your numberNumber stays activeYesNew number
Works before you landInstall at homeYesBuy in-country
HotspotIncluded freeOften extraVaries by plan

What travelers say about Roamix

“Bought my plan while waiting for my bags in Denpasar. By the time I walked out of the airport, I was already calling my driver. 10/10 service.”
aalex_wandersID flagBali

Essential for digital nomads

I've tried every eSIM provider and Roamix has the most stable connection. I worked from a cafe in Lisbon for a week using just their data. Highly recommend.
aamira_designsPT flagLisbon

Game changer for travel

Super simple interface. I'm not tech-savvy but I had this set up in under 2 minutes. The 5G speeds in New York were incredible.
EElena M.US flagNew York

Outstanding support

Had a small issue with my setting and the support team replied in under 5 minutes. They actually know their stuff. Truly impressive.
KKwame O.JP flagTokyo

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Essential El Salvador travel info

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El Salvador

Capital San Salvador

Capital
San Salvador
Currency
US Dollar (USD)
Language
Spanish
Time zone
CST (UTC-6)

Your eSIM's local networks

  • movistar4GClaro4G
El Salvador connectivity guide

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El Salvador eSIM FAQs

Quick answers before you go.

A El Salvador eSIM is a digital SIM that gives your phone mobile data in El Salvador, with no plastic card to swap. You buy it online, scan the QR code we email you, and your phone connects to a local network as soon as you arrive.

Scan the QR code from your email or your Roamix account in your phone's settings, ideally at home on Wi-Fi before you fly. When you land in El Salvador, turn on data roaming for the Roamix line and you're online.

Yes. Your usual SIM stays in your phone, so calls, texts and WhatsApp keep your number. Roamix runs alongside it as a second line just for data in El Salvador.

Install it a day or two before you fly, at home on Wi-Fi. Most plans don't start counting days until you connect in El Salvador, so installing early costs you nothing and you step off the plane already online.

Most phones from 2018 on support eSIM, including iPhone XS and newer, Samsung Galaxy S20 and newer, and Google Pixel 3 and newer. Your phone also needs to be carrier unlocked. Our free compatibility checker confirms both in seconds.

You get 4G LTE across our coverage in El Salvador, and 5G where the local network offers it. Real speeds depend on where you are, how busy the network is, and your phone.

Your data simply pauses, with no surprise overage charges. We send alerts when you've used 50% and 80%, and you can top up in a tap from your Roamix account without reinstalling anything.

Yes, if it isn't installed yet. You can get a full refund within 14 days of buying by emailing support@roamix.app with your order number. Once the eSIM is installed, the plan counts as used and can't be refunded.

Roamix El Salvador eSIM plans start at $6.50. Bigger plans cost less per GB, so they're the better deal for longer trips or heavy data use. Compare every El Salvador plan at the top of this page.

No. If your phone supports eSIM, which most phones since 2018 do, you can get data in El Salvador without a physical SIM. Download it before you travel and skip the store and the airport queue. Your home SIM stays active for calls and texts.

Roamix provides reliable coverage throughout El Salvador, including San Salvador and surrounding areas. The eSIM connects to major local carriers to ensure you stay connected in both urban centers and popular tourist destinations.

Yes, Roamix works well at popular tourist attractions and historical sites in El Salvador. You can use your data to navigate, book tickets, share photos, and stay connected while exploring these popular destinations.

Yes, your Roamix eSIM will connect automatically once you arrive at major airports in El Salvador. You can immediately use maps, call a ride, or message your accommodation without searching for WiFi.

For a week-long trip to El Salvador, most travelers use 5-7 GB for maps, messaging, and social media. If you plan to video call, stream content, or work remotely, consider a 10-15 GB plan. Roamix offers flexible data packages to match your travel needs.

Roamix provides good coverage in major cities and tourist areas of El Salvador. In remote or mountainous regions, coverage may be limited depending on local infrastructure. The eSIM automatically connects to available networks to maximize your connectivity.

Yes, Roamix offers flexible plans for El Salvador ranging from 3 days to 30 days. Whether you're on a quick business trip or extended vacation, you can choose a plan duration that matches your stay without paying for unused days.

Roamix is the best eSIM choice for El Salvador because of its reliable connectivity throughout El Salvador with competitive pricing and flexible plans. With instant activation, transparent pricing, and no hidden fees, Roamix makes it easy to stay connected during your travels. The eSIM installs in minutes and works with most modern smartphones, giving you reliable internet access the moment you arrive.

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