I got Jitney mobile (BTC) via Airalo before they had SMS option and it worked flawlessly. Data was smooth on Nassau, Paradise Island (Atlantis) and Rose Island (excursion)

Oct 1, 2025

MTX Connect

Mikeused in Bahamas 🇧🇸

I have used esim products from other companies in the past. The instructions on the MTX website and the communications from MTX help desk are terrible.

Jan 20, 2024

Airalo

mr1397used in Bahamas 🇧🇸

Download and install to iPhone 13 Pro Max was easy and data was strong, even for a country with basically 1 cellular carrier.

Feb 5, 2023

Frequently Asked Questions

How many travel eSIM brands (providers) are available for use in Bahamas, and how many prepaid data plans are there?

There are over 90 travel eSIM brands and about 1, 500 prepaid data plans available for use in the Bahamas. This wide variety of options makes it easy for travelers to find an eSIM that suits their needs.

Are there any unlimited data eSIM plans available for Bahamas?

Both Truely and Yesim provide unlimited data eSIM options for travelers visiting the Bahamas. The plans range from short–term 1‑day packages to 30‑day subscriptions, with Truely’s price spanning roughly $12.72 to $161.86 USD, while Yesim’s offers sit between $21.27 and $116.97 USD. Unlimited use is available, though speed may be throttled after a certain period of high‑usage periods, and Yesim’s connectivity is delivered over 5G networks. The overall price spectrum for unlimited data in the Bahamas therefore falls between about $12 and $162 USD, depending on the validity period chosen.

What are the major mobile networks available for a travel eSIM in Bahamas?

In the Bahamas, the primary Mobile Network Operators (MNOs) are:

Bahamas Telecommunications Company (BTC): The state-owned incumbent operator, providing mobile, fixed-line, broadband, and TV services.
Aliv: A privately-owned mobile operator that has rapidly expanded its network coverage and services since its launch in 2016.

These operators offer extensive coverage and a range of services across the Bahamian islands.

Can I get a travel eSIM with a phone number and SMS for Bahamas?

Yes, travel eSIMs that provide a phone number and SMS for Bahamas are available from several providers. Airalo offers a range of Jitney Mobile+ plans that give a local Bahamas number with dialing code +1‑242, allowing inbound and outbound voice calls and SMS. These plans are priced from $12.00 for 1GB of data to $46.50 for 20GB, and their validity period ranges from 7 days up to 30 days. Roamify also supplies local Bahamas numbers on some of its plans, and additionally provides US/Canada numbers with dialing code +1 and a France number with dialing code +33, all of which support inbound and outbound voice and SMS. Roamify’s pricing starts around $15.00 for a 1GB package and can reach $105.00 for a 20GB package that can be used for up to 365 days. Earth Esim’s Orange Global eSIM offers a 20GB data plan for $24.00 with a France‑based number (dialing code +33) that also supports voice and SMS. All of these options allow travelers to keep a working phone line and receive text messages while visiting the Bahamas.

Summarized by Gen AI. Last updated: February 9, 2026