El Salvador offers around 210 travel eSIM providers and about 8, 700 prepaid data plans, providing a broad selection of options that make it easy for travelers to find an eSIM suited to their needs.

Are there any unlimited data eSIM plans available for El Salvador?

Yes, there are unlimited data eSIM plans for El Salvador. Providers such as Yesim, Roamify and Earth Esim offer unlimited data options that can be used for 1 to 30 days (or 1 to 5 days for Earth Esim). All of these plans allow tethering, but the speed may be throttled or limited (Earth Esim has a 1 Mbps speed limit). The price range for these unlimited plans spans from about $8.16 to $210.00 USD, giving travelers a range of options depending on their budget and desired validity period.

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

El Salvador's mobile telecommunications sector is served by several major Mobile Network Operators (MNOs):

Claro: A subsidiary of América Móvil, Claro offers mobile voice and data services, as well as broadband internet.
Tigo: Operated by Millicom International Cellular, Tigo provides mobile, broadband, and pay-TV services, with a focus on expanding its 4G LTE network.
Movistar: Part of the Telefónica Group, Movistar offers mobile voice and data services, broadband internet, and various value-added services.
Digicel: A company based in Jamaica, Digicel operates in several Caribbean and Central American countries, including El Salvador, primarily offering mobile services.

These MNOs provide the primary infrastructure for mobile services in El Salvador. While there are Mobile Virtual Network Operators (MVNOs) in the country, they offer mobile services by leasing access from these major carriers. Most travel eSIMs rely on the infrastructure of MNOs rather than MVNOs.

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

Travel eSIM plans that provide a phone number and SMS capability for El Salvador are available from several providers. GlobaleSIM, JamboSim, ESIM.DOG, AirPlans, Roamify, EtravelSIM and others offer plans that include inbound and outbound voice and SMS, with the dialing code normally listed as +1 (a U.S./Canada number), +33 (a French number) or, in the case of RedEx eSIM, the local El Salvador code +503. Most plans use a foreign-based number, giving travelers a compact US or French SIM that can receive calls and texts on El Salvador’s network, while only the RedEx eSIM provides a local +503 number.

Prices for these plans start around $6.00 USD for a 1 GB, 7‑day data package and range up to roughly $100‑$120 USD for 10 GB or more over 30 days or longer. Validity periods vary from 7 days to 180 days, with larger data allowances available for the higher‑tier packages. Travelers who need only data can also choose data‑only eSIMs and use VoIP apps such as WhatsApp, Telegram or iMessage over the data connection, though they should verify that those services are accessible in El Salvador before purchasing.

Summarized by AI, Last updated: Oct 1, 2026