Compare the best eSIM plans for El Salvador
Internet from the moment you land in San Salvador
- Instant activation
- iPhone and Android compatible
- From $1.29
- 2700+ plans compared
$1.29
Cheapest plan
2700+
El Salvador plans
23+
Providers available
4G
Networks supported
Best eSIM deals for El Salvador
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eSIM.dog
1 GB
1 day
SV
1,11€
BNESIM
1 GB
30 days
SV
1,50€
Stellar eSIM
1 GB
7 days
SV
1,34€
Monty eSIM
1 GB
7 days
SV
1,73€
MTX Connect
1 GB
7 days
SV
2,00€
Ozly eSIM
1 GB
7 days
SV
2,02€
eSIM for El Salvador at a glance
From
€5.20
For 5 GB / 30 days
Plan duration
1 to 30+ days
Depending on the plan
Local networks
Tigo, Claro
4G coverage in cities
VPN useful?
No
All services work normally
Hotspot sharing
Available
On most plans
Compatibility
iPhone XS+ / Android 8.0+
Check your device
Internet in El Salvador: everything you need to know
In El Salvador, mobile data runs mainly on Tigo and Claro, with good 4G in San Salvador and along the Pacific coast beloved by surfers. The country uses the US dollar and its safety has improved sharply in recent years, drawing a growing crowd of digital nomads. For a traveller from Europe or the US, roaming is still billed expensively: a travel eSIM connects you on landing, skipping the store.
- ●Good 4G in San Salvador and along the coast: El Tunco and El Zonte (the "Bitcoin Beach" surf spots) are well covered. On remote beaches and the Santa Ana volcano trails, the signal gets patchier.
- ●Decent mobile speeds in the city and on the Ruta de las Flores, more variable in rural and high-altitude areas.
- ●No service is blocked: social networks, messaging and payment apps all work normally, so a VPN is not needed.
- ●Handy for Google Maps, WhatsApp (very widely used locally), ride-hailing (Uber in San Salvador), translation and coordinating trips to Suchitoto or Lake Coatepeque.
Sources: Internet Society Pulse: El Salvador, ITU DataHub: El Salvador, GSMA Intelligence
eSIM pricing in El Salvador: what our data shows
According to the Datadopt Observatory, the best price per GB actually available in El Salvador is 0.21 €/GB, across 1,332 plans compared. The real differentiator is not the headline rate but the depth of the offer: the more plans compete, the easier it is to find the duration and data volume that fit your trip.
Best price per GB
0.21 €/GB
Plans compared
1,332
Americas average
0.46 €/GB
World ranking
121 / 215
El Salvador is 54% cheaper than the Americas regional average (0.46 €/GB).
Source: Datadopt eSIM Price Observatory, 170,286 plans analysed, measured 1 September 2026.
See the eSIM price Observatory by country →Which eSIM providers for El Salvador?
Here are the 6 best-placed eSIM providers for El Salvador, ranked by best price per GB. Prices are expressed per GB so plans of different sizes can be compared on the same basis.
| Provider | Price per GB | From | Max duration | Hotspot | 5G |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| eSIM.dog | 1.11 €/GB | 1.11 € | 90 d | Yes | — |
| Monty eSIM | 1.15 €/GB | 1.73 € | 30 d | Yes | — |
| Stellar eSIM | 1.34 €/GB | 1.34 € | 15 d | Yes | — |
 RedEx | 1.39 €/GB | 2.38 € | 30 d | Yes | — |
| BNESIM | 1.46 €/GB | 1.50 € | 30 d | Yes | — |
 Manet Travel | 1.53 €/GB | 2.70 € | 30 d | Yes | — |
Providers ranked by best price per GB, across plans of at least 1 GB. Source: Datadopt catalogue.
Compare all plans →Device compatibility
eSIM is built into every iPhone XS and later, as well as Samsung Galaxy S20+, Google Pixel 3a+ and most high-end Motorola, Oppo, Sony and Xiaomi models.
Not sure about your device? Check compatibility here.
How to install your eSIM for El Salvador
- 1. Compare offers on https://www.datadopt.com/en/compare/sv
- 2. Browse our partners' eSIM offers and choose the data volume and duration that fit your trip.
- 3. Purchase the eSIM plan that best fits your needs on our partner's site.
- 4. Receive a QR code by email after purchase.
- 5. Before you leave or during your stay, add the eSIM to your smartphone (Note: a stable Wi-Fi connection may be required during this step.)
- 5.1. On iPhone: Settings > Mobile Data > Add Plan > Scan the QR code
- 5.2. On Android: Settings > Connections > SIM card manager > Add a mobile plan
- 6. Once you arrive, turn on the data of your eSIM and enjoy reliable internet in El Salvador.
Frequently asked questions
Does the eSIM really work in El Salvador?
Yes. El Salvador travel eSIMs ride on Tigo or Claro, with good 4G in San Salvador and along the coast. Check the partner network in each offer's detail on Datadopt.
Is an eSIM or a local SIM better?
For a tourist or remote-work trip, the eSIM is far simpler: no store to find, no deposit, activation before you fly and connection on arrival. A local SIM still makes sense for a very long stay where you need a Salvadoran number.
How much data for a week in El Salvador?
Plan 5–10 GB for a week with Maps, WhatsApp and some social media. Take more if you share the connection or make video calls from the surf beaches.
Is there signal on the beaches and volcano trails?
At El Tunco and El Zonte, yes, 4G covers the surf spots. On the Santa Ana volcano and more isolated beaches the signal weakens: download your offline maps before the hike.
Can I share the connection as a hotspot?
Yes, most El Salvador eSIM plans allow hotspot sharing. Handy for connecting a laptop while coworking in San Salvador or a tablet from your beachfront stay.
How much does an eSIM cost in El Salvador, and is it cheap?
According to the Datadopt Observatory, the best price per GB actually available in El Salvador is 0.21 €/GB, across 1,332 plans compared. The real differentiator is not the headline rate but the depth of the offer: the more plans compete, the easier it is to find the duration and data volume that fit your trip. El Salvador is 54% cheaper than the Americas regional average (0.46 €/GB). In our global ranking of well-covered eSIM markets, El Salvador sits at position 121 of 215 by price per GB (1 = cheapest). Source: Datadopt eSIM Price Observatory, 170,286 plans analysed, measured 1 September 2026.
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