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eSIM for Nicaragua

Data only|16 plans|2 partner networks|from $3.60

  • Fixed data and unlimited plans
  • 4G LTE on Claro, Tigo
  • No roaming charges
  • Starts when you land, not when you buy
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Trip duration

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Total

$15.60 USD

Nicaragua, 5GB, 30 days.$3.12 per GB, about $0.52 a day.

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Create a free account with one token, add credit and the QR code is ready right after.

The eSIM includes

Keep your number

Your home SIM stays active for calls and texts while the eSIM carries your data in Nicaragua.

Hotspot sharing

Share the data with a laptop or a travel companion's phone on most partner networks.

Install your eSIM before or during your trip. Your plan begins once it first connects in Nicaragua.

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Fast, reliable data in Nicaragua

  • Clear video calls on WhatsApp and FaceTime.
  • Share stories and photos in seconds.
  • Find your way with live maps and transit.
  • Book rides and food where the apps operate.

Partner networks in Nicaragua

Your eSIM joins Claro, Tigo on 4G LTE. If one network is weak in an area, you can choose another one in the carrier settings.

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How to get an eSIM for Nicaragua?

  1. 01.Choose your plan for Nicaragua by data and days, and how many travelers need one.Check compatibility list
  2. 02.Install the eSIM with the QR code in My eSIMs, on WiFi, before you fly.See install methods
  3. 03.Complete the setup: turn the eSIM on at arrival and allow data roaming for it.

Nicaragua travel eSIM: what to know

An eSIM for Nicaragua is a prepaid, data only mobile plan that you download to your phone before the trip and that connects to Claro, Tigo when you arrive. eSIMTrip sells 16 plans for Nicaragua, from $3.60 for 1GB, 3 days.

Traveling in Nicaragua

Nicaragua is popular with backpackers, surfers, and nature lovers. Managua, Granada, and San Juan del Sur are key destinations, with trips often lasting 7 to 15 days. Mobile data is crucial for navigation, booking hostels, and using apps like Maps.me for remote areas. Translation apps help with Spanish phrases, and ride-hailing apps like Uber are available in cities.

Coverage and signal

Coverage is strong in cities and along main routes but weak in remote areas like Ometepe Island or the Bosawás Reserve. Download offline maps before exploring rural areas. Apps like Maps.me and Moovit for public transit are widely used. Public Wi-Fi is available in cities but may require registration.

Choosing the right plan

For short trips, 1GB or 3GB plans are sufficient. Longer stays or heavy users might opt for 5GB or 10GB. Unlimited plans are great for extended trips or frequent uploads. Choose validity days from 3 to 30 based on your itinerary. Nicaragua's varied terrain means planning for occasional signal gaps.

Plans at a glance

Validity runs from 3 days to 30 days. The largest fixed plan is 10GB, 30 days for $20.40. Unlimited plans run for 3, 5, 7, 10, 15 days with a daily full-speed amount of 3GB, then 1 Mbps until the day ends. Traveling on to other countries? Latin America (17 countries), Global (161 countries) also cover Nicaragua.

Product
Prepaid data only eSIM
Phone number and SMS
Not included; app calls work
Networks
Claro (4G), Tigo (4G)
Plans
16 (11 fixed, 5 unlimited)
Lowest price
$3.60 for 1GB, 3 days
Validity starts
First connection at the destination
Install
QR code or manual codes
Top up
Yes, or add a second eSIM

Why buy a Nicaragua prepaid travel eSIM from eSIMTrip?

Compared with roaming from home and a local SIM card bought on arrival.

eSIMTrip eSIMHome roamingLocal SIM
Unlimited and fixed dataYesNoYes
Price known before the tripYesNoNo
Online at the gateYesYesNo
Keeps your home numberYesYesNo
No contract or ID checkYesNoNo

Plans that also cover Nicaragua

Crossing borders? One regional eSIM keeps you online in every country on the list.

eSIM prices for Nicaragua

16 plans, prices in US dollars, final

DataDaysPrice
  • 1GB3 days3 days$3.60 USD
  • 3GB3 days3 days$9.30 USD
  • Unlimited3 days3 days$11.70 USD
  • Unlimited5 days5 days$17.10 USD
  • 3GB7 days7 days$9.90 USD
  • 5GB7 days7 days$14.40 USD
  • 10GB7 days7 days$19.20 USD
  • Unlimited7 days7 days$21.90 USD
  • Unlimited10 days10 days$25.20 USD
  • 2GB15 days15 days$6.90 USD
  • 5GB15 days15 days$15.00 USD
  • 10GB15 days15 days$19.80 USD
  • Unlimited15 days15 days$40.80 USD
  • 3GB30 days30 days$9.90 USD
  • 5GB30 days30 days$15.60 USD
  • 10GB30 days30 days$20.40 USD

FAQs for your travel eSIM

Frequently asked questions

Which network does the Nicaragua eSIM use?

It connects to Claro, Tigo in Nicaragua on 4G LTE.

How much is an eSIM for Nicaragua?

Plans start at $3.60 for 1GB, 3 days. There are 16 plans from 3 days to 30 days, including unlimited plans for 3, 5, 7, 10, 15 days. Prices are in US dollars and final.

Does the Nicaragua eSIM include a phone number?

No, it is data only. Keep your home SIM on for calls and texts, and use apps such as WhatsApp or FaceTime over the eSIM data while you are in Nicaragua.

When should I install my eSIM for Nicaragua?

Install it on WiFi a day or two before you leave. The plan's days only start when the eSIM first connects in Nicaragua, so nothing is lost by installing early.

Can I top up the Nicaragua eSIM?

Yes, this eSIM can take another plan for Nicaragua. You can also simply buy a second plan, which arrives as a new eSIM with its own QR code.

Can I use the eSIM for Nicaragua in other countries?

It works in Nicaragua only. If your trip continues to neighbouring countries, a regional plan covers Nicaragua and the others on one eSIM.

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