“Extremely dissatisfied with the GlobaleSim experience in Ecuador.
Not a single place with 4G coverage and 3G was so slow it was barely usable. Next time, I'll choose another provider.”

dlawgis

Sep 26, 2023

Ecuador Travel eSIM FAQ

Everything you need to know about using eSIMs in Ecuador

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

Ecuador hosts roughly 180 travel eSIM providers and offers about 7, 300 prepaid data plans, giving travelers a wide variety of options to find the eSIM that suits their needs.

Are there any unlimited data eSIM plans available for Ecuador?

There are unlimited data eSIM options for Ecuador. Roamify, Yesim and Truely each offer plans with no data cap that are valid for 1 to 30 days. All provide tethering and the network speed may be throttled during heavy use. The price range for these unlimited plans spans from about $6.50 up to $155 USD, with most options falling between $6.50 and $110 USD.

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

Claro Ecuador: A subsidiary of América Móvil, Claro is the largest mobile operator in Ecuador, offering extensive coverage and a variety of services, including mobile voice and data, fixed-line services, and broadband internet.
Movistar Ecuador: Part of the Telefónica Group, Movistar provides mobile voice and data services, broadband internet, and fixed-line services, with a focus on expanding network infrastructure to enhance coverage and data speeds.
CNT (Corporación Nacional de Telecomunicaciones): A state-owned telecommunications company, CNT offers mobile voice and data services, as well as fixed-line and broadband services, playing a significant role in expanding telecommunications infrastructure across the country.

In addition to these major Mobile Network Operators (MNOs), Ecuador has Mobile Virtual Network Operators (MVNOs) that offer mobile services by leasing access from major carriers. For example, Tuenti operates as an MVNO using Movistar's network to provide services. However, most travel eSIMs rely on MNO infrastructure, not MVNOs.

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

Yes, travel eSIM plans that provide a phone number and SMS capability are available for Ecuador. The options come from several providers, including GlobaleSIM (with plans starting at $6.00), Airhub (starting at $20.99 for 10 GB), Orange Travel (also starting at $20.99 for 2 GB), Earth Esim (20 GB for $24.00), Simbye (20 GB for $31.99) and Roamify (20 GB for $35.00). Most of these plans include both inbound and outbound voice calls as well as SMS, although the availability of outbound SMS can vary depending on the package.

The phone numbers offered use different dialing codes: Airhub supplies a local Ecuador number with dialing code +593, while the other providers supply numbers from other countries—GlobaleSIM uses +1, Orange Travel offers numbers with +48 or +33, Earth Esim and Simbye use +33, and Roamify uses +1. Therefore, if a local Ecuadorian phone number is required, Airhub is the only provider that currently offers that feature; the others give you a foreign number that still works for calls and text messages.

Summarized by AI, Last updated: Aug 19, 2026