“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 offers about 150 travel eSIM providers and more than 6000 prepaid data plans. With such a wide variety of options, travelers can easily find an eSIM that fits their needs.

Are there any unlimited data eSIM plans available for Ecuador?

Yes, several eSIM providers offer unlimited data plans for travel in Ecuador.
All three providers—Yesim, Truely, and Roamify—sell plans that allow unlimited data usage for periods ranging from one to thirty days. Prices vary across the three, with Yesim’s plans starting around $7.71 and going up to about $113.93, Truely’s from about $9.90 to roughly $104.94, and Roamify’s from $10.00 to $155.00.
The plans include tethering privileges, though the speed can be throttled in some cases, and are built on 5G networks, ensuring relatively fast connectivity during your stay.

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?

Travel eSIM plans that include a phone number and SMS service are available for Ecuador from several operators. Providers such as GlobaleSIM, ESIM.DOG, JamboSim, Orange Travel, Airhub, Roamify, RedEx eSIM, and TravelKon offer eSIMs that come with a phone number and support inbound and outbound voice calls as well as SMS messaging. These plans feature a range of data allowances from 1 GB up to 100 GB, validity periods from 7 days to 365 days, and pricing that starts around $6 USD and can rise to about $93 USD for the largest data packages.

Telephony on these eSIMs is provided through dialing codes that vary by provider. Only the Airhub Ecuador plan supplies a truly local Ecuadorian number with the dialing code +593, enabling calls to and from local numbers without international compatibility warnings. The other operators use foreign dialing codes such as +1 for the United States or +33 for France, meaning the assigned number is not local to Ecuador. All listings include both inbound and outbound voice options, and SMS is supported in both directions, allowing travelers to send and receive text messages while abroad.

Summarized by AI, Last updated: Jun 18, 2026