eSIM for travellers from the US: where you go and what it costs
US travellers go to Mexico, Canada and the United Kingdom most (NTTO, 2024). A 5 GB, 30-day eSIM costs $11.49 for Mexico, $17.99 for Canada and $10.99 for the United Kingdom. Delivered by email in seconds.
The three places US travellers go most are Mexico, Canada and the United Kingdom, according to NTTO's U.S. Outbound Travelers Characteristics 2024. A travel eSIM adds a local mobile plan to your phone, with no physical SIM card to swap.
Where US travellers go, and the eSIM for each
| Destination | Plan | Price | Plans |
|---|---|---|---|
1. Mexico | 5 GB, 30 days | $11.49 | See plans |
2. Canada | 5 GB, 30 days · prices compared | $17.99 | See plans |
3. United Kingdom | 5 GB, 30 days · prices compared | $10.99 | See plans |
4. Italy | 5 GB, 30 days · prices compared | $7.99 | See plans |
5. France | 5 GB, 30 days · prices compared | $8.99 | See plans |
6. Dominican Republic | 5 GB, 30 days | $23.99 | See plans |
7. Spain | 5 GB, 30 days · prices compared | $7.49 | See plans |
8. Japan | 5 GB, 30 days · prices compared | $9.49 | See plans |
9. Germany | 5 GB, 30 days · prices compared | $7.99 | See plans |
Ranking: NTTO (International Trade Administration), U.S. Outbound Travelers Characteristics 2024. NTTO's page ranks only Mexico 39.9m, Canada 14.1m, UK 6.0m, Italy 4.2m, France 4.1m, Dominican Republic 3.7m, Spain 3.1m. Japan and Germany (ranks 8-9) are from TripleTrad's 2025 estimate built on NTTO survey shares (https://www.tripletrad.com/where-americans-travel-abroad/), not an NTTO ranking. Prices are live, in US dollars.
What US carriers charge abroad
| Carrier and zone | Price | What it gives | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| AT&TInternational Day Pass, 210+ destinations (Europe, Asia, Australia, South America and more) | $12 USD a day | Your plan's talk, text and data (unlimited on eligible unlimited plans); charged only on days used; $6 per extra line per day | AT&T's page, read 7 November 2026 |
| VerizonTravelPass: Canada and Mexico | $6 USD a day | Your plan's talk, text and data; 5 GB high speed then unlimited at 3G speeds; per line, only on days used | Verizon's page, read 7 November 2026 |
| VerizonTravelPass: 210+ countries and destinations (incl. Europe) | $12 USD a day | Your plan's talk, text and data; 5 GB high speed then unlimited at 3G speeds; per line, only on days used | Verizon's page, read 7 November 2026 |
| T-MobileInternational Pass 1 Day, 215+ countries (incl. Europe) | $10 USD for 1 day | 2 GB high-speed data and free calls for up to 24 hours | T-Mobile's page, read 7 November 2026 |
| T-MobileInternational Pass 10 Day, 215+ countries (incl. Europe) | $50 USD for 10 days | 15 GB high-speed data and free calls for up to 10 days | T-Mobile's page, read 7 November 2026 |
| T-MobileInternational Pass 30 Day, 215+ countries (incl. Europe) | $75 USD for 30 days | 30 GB high-speed data and free calls for up to 30 days | T-Mobile's page, read 7 November 2026 |
Good to know
- US carriers sell roaming as a pay-per-day pass: AT&T and Verizon charge $12 a day in most countries, only on days the phone is used. Source
- Verizon includes Canada and Mexico roaming on Simplicity and Unlimited plans; lines without that benefit pay $6 a day. Source
- NTTO counted a record 107.7 million U.S. outbound travellers in 2024, 39.9 million of them to Mexico. Source
Which eSIM do I need for my trip from the US?
Here are the networks your eSIM uses on the top trips from the US.
- Mexico: Your eSIM uses AT&T and Telcel, with 5G where the network offers it. It is in the North America and Global bundles.
- Canada: Your eSIM uses Bell, Rogers Wireless and SaskTel, with 5G where the network offers it. It is in the USA & Canada and North America bundles.
- United Kingdom: Your eSIM uses 3 and EE, with 5G where the network offers it. It is in the UK & Ireland and Australia, UK & US bundles.
- Europe (Italy, France, Spain, Germany): In Italy your eSIM uses Iliad, TIM and Wind; in France, Orange; in Spain, Movistar and Orange; in Germany, O2 and Vodafone. 5G where the network offers it. It is in the Europe bundle.
What do the US networks charge to roam?
US carriers mostly sell roaming by the day or by the pass. AT&T's International Day Pass is $12 a day across more than 210 destinations, charged only on days you use the phone. Verizon's TravelPass is $6 a day for Canada and Mexico and $12 a day for 210-plus countries and destinations, with 5 GB at high speed, then unlimited at 3G speeds. T-Mobile's International Pass costs $10 for one day (2 GB), $50 for 10 days (15 GB) and $75 for 30 days (30 GB), with free calls included. Prices below were read on 7 November 2026.
Verizon includes Canada and Mexico roaming on its Simplicity and Unlimited plans, so eligible lines don't need a pass there. Where home roaming costs extra, a travel eSIM gives you data for one price, and your home number stays on for calls and texts.
Travelling from the US: questions
Where do US travellers go most?
Mexico, Canada, the United Kingdom, Italy, France, the Dominican Republic, Spain, Japan and Germany, in that order, according to NTTO (International Trade Administration), U.S. Outbound Travelers Characteristics 2024.
How much does roaming cost from the US?
AT&T $12 USD a day (International Day Pass); Verizon $6 USD a day (TravelPass: Canada and Mexico); T-Mobile $10 USD for 1 day (International Pass 1 Day), from each carrier's own page, read 7 November 2026. A 5 GB, 30-day Mexico eSIM costs $11.49 for the whole trip.
Can I keep my US number with a travel eSIM?
Yes. A travel eSIM from eSIMology is data only: keep your home SIM switched on for calls and texts (your carrier's own rates apply to those), and use WhatsApp, FaceTime or any calling app over the eSIM's data.
Which currency do I pay in?
Pounds, euros or US dollars: pick yours at the top of any page. This guide shows US dollars.
Do I need an eSIM for a trip from the US to Mexico?
A travel eSIM gives you a local data plan in Mexico without swapping your SIM card. eSIMology's plans run on AT&T and Telcel, with 5G where the network offers it. Mexico sits in our North America and Global bundles.
Is roaming included on Verizon in Canada?
Yes, on Verizon's Simplicity and Unlimited plans, which include Canada and Mexico roaming. Lines without that benefit pay a daily charge. A eSIMology eSIM can cover trips and data those plans leave out, such as Europe or Japan.
How do US carriers charge for roaming abroad?
AT&T and Verizon sell roaming as a pay-per-day pass, charged only on days the phone is used. AT&T's International Day Pass covers 210+ destinations, including Europe, Asia and Australia. Verizon's TravelPass covers 210+ countries and destinations, including Europe.
What if I use a lot of data abroad?
If you use a lot of data abroad, look at eSIMology's daily allowances and bigger fixed plans. AT&T's pass includes your plan's data, which is unlimited on eligible unlimited plans.
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