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Guatemala eSIM
A 5 GB Guatemala eSIM costs £14.99 for 30 days on Claro and movistar on 5G. Plans start at £3.99 for 100 MB. Delivered by email in seconds.
Antigua Guatemala's cobbled streets are full of photo stops, so keep Uber and inDrive within reach and WhatsApp open for messages home. Your eSIM runs on Claro or movistar, so rides, maps and chats stay simple day to day.
- 5G speeds
- 2 networks: Claro, movistar
- Top up anytime
- Instant email delivery
Your Guatemala eSIM in two questions
Which Guatemala eSIM plan do I need?
From the ruins at Tikal to the cafés of Antigua Guatemala, these four trips cover most visits, so find the one that sounds like yours.
- A city break in Antigua Guatemala: three days of walking, café stops and rides fits standard use, so 3 GB for 15 days is your plan.
- A fortnight touring Flores, Tikal and Lake Atitlán: two weeks of maps, messages, social media and music is standard use, so pick 10 GB for 30 days.
- A long stay in Guatemala City: a month of standard use, from work emails to music, fits 20 GB for 30 days.
- A business trip in Guatemala City: a week of heavy use, with your laptop on the hotspot, suits 2 GB a day for 7 days.
Most plans can be topped up, and the longest plan lasts 30 days.
All 49 Guatemala 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 | ||
| 1 GB · 7 days | £4.99 / €4.99 / $5.99 | £4.99 / €4.99 / $5.99 | Choose | ||
| 3 GB · 15 days | £9.99 / €11.99 / $12.99 | £3.33 / €4.00 / $4.33 | Choose | ||
| 3 GB · 30 days | £9.99 / €11.99 / $12.99 | £3.33 / €4.00 / $4.33 | Choose | ||
| 5 GB · 30 days | £14.99 / €17.99 / $19.99 | £3.00 / €3.60 / $4.00 | Choose | ||
| 10 GB · 30 days | £30.99 / €36.99 / $39.99 | £3.10 / €3.70 / $4.00 | Choose | ||
| 20 GB · 30 days | £57.99 / €69.99 / $75.99 | £2.90 / €3.50 / $3.80 | Choose |
Networks your Guatemala eSIM uses
Your eSIM joins the strongest of these local networks automatically, wherever you are in Guatemala.
| Country | Networks | Speed |
|---|---|---|
| Guatemala | Claro, movistar | 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 Belgium, so some sites may show that country
- Top up the same eSIM any time, no new QR code
Travelling further?
These eSIMs cover Guatemala and more countries on one plan.
Will my eSIM have signal in Guatemala?
Your eSIM joins Claro or movistar on 4G and 3G networks. Your phone picks the network by itself, so there's nothing to choose once you land. Signal is good in cities and main towns, but it can be patchy in remote highlands and the Petén jungle, so download your maps before a trip to Tikal.
Your data reaches the internet through Belgium, which is a normal setup for travel eSIMs. Read more on our IP address help page. Daily plans slow to 512 Kbps once you've used the day's allowance.
How much data do you need in Guatemala?
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 · £4.99 / €4.99 / $5.99
- Standard · about 2 GB3 GB · 15 days · £9.99 / €11.99 / $12.99
- Heavy · about 5 GB1 GB a day · 7 days · £13.99 / €16.49 / $17.99
7 days
- Light · about 2 GB3 GB · 15 days · £9.99 / €11.99 / $12.99
- Standard · about 5 GB500 MB a day · 10 days · £11.49 / €13.99 / $14.99
- Heavy · about 13 GB1 GB a day · 15 days · £20.49 / €24.99 / $26.99
14 days
- Light · about 4 GB5 GB · 30 days · £14.99 / €17.99 / $19.99
- Standard · about 10 GB1 GB a day · 15 days · £20.49 / €24.99 / $26.99
- Heavy · about 25 GB2 GB a day · 15 days · £35.99 / €42.99 / $46.49
30 days
- Light · about 8 GB10 GB · 30 days · £30.99 / €36.99 / $39.99
- Standard · about 21 GB1 GB a day · 30 days · £40.99 / €48.99 / $52.99
- Heavy · about 54 GB2 GB a day · 30 days · £71.49 / €85.49 / $92.49
How to set up your Guatemala 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 Claro and your plan starts. Check data left on your eSIM page.
Using your phone in Guatemala: data tips
- Arriving at La Aurora (GUA): Install your eSIM at home on Wi-Fi, then switch it on when you land at La Aurora (GUA). Next, turn on data roaming for your eSIM line.
- Getting around: Set up Uber or inDrive before you leave the airport, then pick your route to Antigua Guatemala, Lake Atitlán, Flores or Tikal.
- Staying in touch: Message friends and family on WhatsApp, while your home number stays on for calls and texts. Here's how to keep WhatsApp and your home number working together.
- Networks: Your eSIM connects to Claro or movistar on 4G and 3G networks. Most plans can be topped up, so you can add data later if your trip runs longer.
- Pick your data: Light use, like maps, messages and email, is about 0.25 GB a day. Standard use, with social media, music and some video, is about 0.7 GB a day.
Guatemala eSIM questions
How much is an eSIM for Guatemala?
Guatemala eSIMs start at £3.99 for 100 MB over 7 days. A 5 GB plan for 30 days costs £14.99. Prices include any taxes and show in pounds, euros or dollars.
Which networks does the Guatemala eSIM use?
Your eSIM connects to Claro and movistar in Guatemala. Your phone picks the strongest signal automatically.
When does my Guatemala eSIM start?
Most plans start the moment your eSIM first connects to a network in Guatemala, so you can buy and install it at home before you fly. Install it within 180 days of buying.
Can I top up my Guatemala eSIM?
Yes. Most Guatemala 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?
Guatemala plans route your data through Belgium, a normal setup for travel eSIMs. Websites and apps may show that country's content; your speed and coverage in Guatemala 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.
Is there 5G in Guatemala?
No. Guatemala's networks run on 4G and 3G, and your eSIM connects to Claro or movistar on those, so expect 4G rather than 5G in Guatemala City and Antigua Guatemala.
How much data do I need for a week in Guatemala?
For a week of maps, messages and email, about 1.8 GB is typical. Add social media, music and some video and it's about 4.9 GB, while streaming and hotspot use comes to around 12.6 GB.
Does Uber work with an eSIM at La Aurora airport in Guatemala?
Yes. Uber and inDrive are the ride apps to have in Guatemala, and your eSIM's mobile data is what lets you book one from La Aurora (GUA).
Can I use WhatsApp in Guatemala on my eSIM?
Yes. WhatsApp is the messaging app to have ready in Guatemala, and your eSIM's mobile data is what sends your messages and photos as you go.
Can I buy data by the day for a short trip to Guatemala?
Yes. Daily plans run for anything from 1 to 30 days, with daily allowances from 500 MB a day up to 10 GB a day, so you can match your data to how much you use.
Ready for Guatemala?
Buy now, install today, and your plan waits until you land. Full refund if not installed.