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Bolivia eSIM
A 5 GB Bolivia eSIM costs £50.99 for 30 days on VIVA on 5G. Plans start at £3.99 for 100 MB. Delivered by email in seconds.
Your eSIM runs on VIVA's 4G network, so you can message on WhatsApp and book an inDrive ride in La Paz, Santa Cruz or Cochabamba without hunting for a local shop. Just a QR code and a few taps.
- 5G speeds
- 1 network: VIVA
- Top up anytime
- Instant email delivery
Your Bolivia eSIM in two questions
Which Bolivia eSIM plan do I need?
Match your trip length to how you'll use your phone, and you'll land on the right plan for Bolivia.
- A three-day city break in La Paz: maps, messages and the odd inDrive ride is light use. Pick 1 GB for 7 days.
- A fortnight touring from La Paz to Uyuni: you'll post, stream music and watch some video most days. Pick 10 GB for 30 days.
- A week of work in Santa Cruz: streaming, a laptop on your hotspot and plenty of WhatsApp. Pick 20 GB for 30 days.
- A trip into a neighbouring country: the South America eSIM also covers Bolivia, so one plan can take you across the border. See the South America eSIM.
Running low? Every plan can be topped up, and the longest lasts 30 days.
All 14 Bolivia eSIM plans
Prices include any taxes. Price per GB shown so you can compare at a glance.
| Data | Valid for | Price | Per GB | Top-up | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100 MB · 7 days | £3.99 / €3.99 / $4.99 | No limit | Choose | ||
| 500 MB · 7 days | £7.99 / €8.99 / $9.99 | No limit | Choose | ||
| 1 GB · 7 days | £11.99 / €13.99 / $14.99 | £11.99 / €13.99 / $14.99 | Choose | ||
| 3 GB · 15 days | £32.99 / €38.99 / $41.99 | £11.00 / €13.00 / $14.00 | Choose | ||
| 5 GB · 30 days | £50.99 / €60.99 / $65.99 | £10.20 / €12.20 / $13.20 | Choose | ||
| 10 GB · 30 days | £90.99 / €108.99 / $117.99 | £9.10 / €10.90 / $11.80 | Choose | ||
| 20 GB · 30 days | £180.99 / €215.99 / $234.99 | £9.05 / €10.80 / $11.75 | Choose |
| Per day | 1 day | 3 days | 5 days | 7 days | 10 days | 15 days | 30 days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 GB a day | £28.99 / €34.99 / $37.99 | £85.99 / €102.99 / $111.99 | £116.49 / €139.99 / $151.49 | £116.49 / €139.99 / $151.49 | £116.49 / €139.99 / $151.49 | £174.99 / €209.49 / $226.99 | £348.99 / €418.49 / $453.99 |
Networks your Bolivia eSIM uses
Your eSIM joins this local network automatically, wherever you are in Bolivia.
| Country | Networks | Speed |
|---|---|---|
| Bolivia | VIVA | 4G |
Good to know
- Data only: your own number keeps working for calls and texts
- Hotspot works where your phone and the network allow it
- Plans start when you first connect; install within 180 days
- Your data routes through United Kingdom, so some sites may show that country
- Top up the same eSIM any time, no new QR code
Travelling further?
These eSIMs cover Bolivia and more countries on one plan.
Will my eSIM have signal in Bolivia?
Your eSIM joins VIVA on 4G. Cities and larger towns are covered, including La Paz, Santa Cruz, Cochabamba, Sucre and Uyuni. Signal can be patchy in remote highland and Amazon areas, so save your maps before you head out. Your phone picks VIVA by itself.
Your data reaches the internet through the United Kingdom, a normal setup for travel eSIMs. You can read more on IP addresses in another country. On daily plans, speeds slow to a fair-use pace once that day's allowance is used.
How much data do you need in Bolivia?
Light: maps, messages, email (about 0.25 GB a day). Standard: plus social, music, some video (about 0.7 GB a day). Heavy: plus streaming, video calls, hotspot (about 1.8 GB a day).
3 days
- Light · about 800 MB1 GB · 7 days · £11.99 / €13.99 / $14.99
- Standard · about 2 GB3 GB · 15 days · £32.99 / €38.99 / $41.99
- Heavy · about 5 GB3 GB a day · 3 days · £85.99 / €102.99 / $111.99
7 days
- Light · about 2 GB3 GB · 15 days · £32.99 / €38.99 / $41.99
- Standard · about 5 GB5 GB · 30 days · £50.99 / €60.99 / $65.99
- Heavy · about 13 GB3 GB a day · 7 days · £116.49 / €139.99 / $151.49
14 days
- Light · about 4 GB5 GB · 30 days · £50.99 / €60.99 / $65.99
- Standard · about 10 GB10 GB · 30 days · £90.99 / €108.99 / $117.99
- Heavy · about 25 GB3 GB a day · 15 days · £174.99 / €209.49 / $226.99
30 days
- Light · about 8 GB10 GB · 30 days · £90.99 / €108.99 / $117.99
- Standard · about 21 GB20 GB · 30 days · £180.99 / €215.99 / $234.99
- Heavy · about 54 GB3 GB a day · 30 days · £348.99 / €418.49 / $453.99
How to set up your Bolivia eSIM
Install at home
On Wi-Fi, tap Install on iPhone (iOS 17.4+), scan the QR code, or type the two codes from your email.
Switch on when you land
Turn on your eSIM line, choose it for mobile data and switch Data Roaming on for that line.
You're online
Your phone joins VIVA and your plan starts. Check data left on your eSIM page.
Using your phone in Bolivia: data tips
- Land and switch on: Touch down at Viru Viru (VVI), El Alto (LPB) or Jorge Wilstermann (CBB), then switch on your eSIM. Install it at home on Wi-Fi first, and turn on data roaming for the eSIM line. It connects to VIVA's 4G network.
- Getting around: Book rides with inDrive, Bolivia's local ride app, and keep data on while you call a car. Keep maps handy when you travel between La Paz, Sucre, Cochabamba and Uyuni.
- Staying in touch: WhatsApp is the messaging app to have ready in Bolivia. Your home number stays on for calls and texts. Here's how to keep WhatsApp and your home number going.
- Top up on the go: Every plan can be topped up, so you can add more data during your trip without installing a new eSIM. Pick a plan now, and top up later if your trip runs longer.
Bolivia eSIM questions
How much is an eSIM for Bolivia?
Bolivia eSIMs start at £3.99 for 100 MB over 7 days. A 5 GB plan for 30 days costs £50.99. Prices include any taxes and show in pounds, euros or dollars.
Which networks does the Bolivia eSIM use?
Your eSIM connects to VIVA in Bolivia. Your phone picks the strongest signal automatically.
When does my Bolivia eSIM start?
Most plans start the moment your eSIM first connects to a network in Bolivia, so you can buy and install it at home before you fly. Install it within 180 days of buying.
Can I top up my Bolivia eSIM?
Yes. Most Bolivia plans can be topped up from your eSIM page in two taps, with no new QR code. The plan table on this page shows which ones.
Why does my IP address show another country?
Bolivia plans route your data through United Kingdom, a normal setup for travel eSIMs. Websites and apps may show that country's content; your speed and coverage in Bolivia are not affected.
Does it come with a phone number?
Every eSIMology plan is data only. Keep your own SIM switched on for calls and texts, and use WhatsApp, FaceTime or any calling app over your eSIM's data.
What if my plans change?
Cancel an eSIM you haven't installed within 30 days for a full refund to your card, in two taps from your eSIM page.
Does inDrive work with an eSIM in Bolivia?
Yes, inDrive is the ride app to open once you're through arrivals at Viru Viru, El Alto or Jorge Wilstermann. Your eSIM's mobile data is what lets it find a driver and show you the pick-up point.
Can I use WhatsApp in Bolivia on an eSIM?
Yes. WhatsApp is the messaging app to use in Bolivia, and it runs on your eSIM's mobile data, so you can message from La Paz, Santa Cruz or Sucre without a local SIM. Keep mobile data switched on to send photos on the go.
How much data do I need for a week in Bolivia?
For a week of maps and messages, about 1.8 GB should cover you. Add social media, music and some video and you'll need around 4.9 GB, while streaming and hotspot use comes to about 12.6 GB.
Is there 5G in Bolivia?
No, Bolivia runs on 4G, not 5G, so that's the signal your phone will show in La Paz, Santa Cruz or Cochabamba. For maps, messages and ride apps, 4G is plenty.
Is Bolivia included in a South America eSIM?
Yes. Bolivia is one of the countries in the South America bundle, so one eSIM can cover a longer trip across the continent. Pick a plan with enough days for your whole route, from Santa Cruz to La Paz.
Can I share my Bolivia eSIM data with my laptop?
Yes, your eSIM can power a hotspot for a laptop or tablet. Heavy use, including hotspot and streaming, typically uses about 1.8 GB a day, so check your plan size before a long day out in Cochabamba or Sucre.
Ready for Bolivia?
Buy now, install today, and your plan waits until you land. Full refund if not installed.