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eSIM for Uruguay

Data only|20 plans|1 partner network|from $4.20

  • Fixed data and unlimited plans
  • 4G LTE on Movistar
  • No roaming charges
  • Starts when you land, not when you buy
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Bigger plans, lower price per GB

Trip duration

Select number of days

How many travelers?

Select one eSIM per device

Data

Total

$18.00 USD

Uruguay, 5GB, 30 days.$3.60 per GB, about $0.60 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 Uruguay.

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 Uruguay.

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Fast, reliable data in Uruguay

  • 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 Uruguay

Your eSIM joins Movistar 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 Uruguay?

  1. 01.Choose your plan for Uruguay 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.

Uruguay travel eSIM: what to know

An eSIM for Uruguay is a prepaid, data only mobile plan that you download to your phone before the trip and that connects to Movistar when you arrive. eSIMTrip sells 20 plans for Uruguay, from $4.20 for 1GB, 3 days.

Traveling in Uruguay

Uruguay attracts travellers exploring its beaches, colonial towns, and vibrant capital. Visitors often visit Montevideo, Punta del Este, and Colonia del Sacramento, using mobile data for maps, ride hailing, and booking tours to places like Cabo Polonio or Salto. Coastal trips to Rocha or Maldonado also require data for navigation.

Coverage and signal

Mobile coverage is strong in cities like Paysandú and Rivera, as well as along main highways. However, signal can be weak in remote areas like Cabo Polonio or Quebrada de los Cuervos. Download offline maps before visiting places like Santa Teresa National Park. Apps like Uber are useful in cities for transport.

Choosing the right plan

For short trips to Montevideo or Punta del Este, a 1GB or 3GB plan suffices. Longer journeys exploring regions like Rocha or Salto may require 5GB or 10GB. Unlimited plans are ideal for heavy users streaming or working remotely. Choose a plan based on your trip length and destinations, especially if visiting remote areas.

Plans at a glance

Validity runs from 3 days to 30 days. The largest fixed plan is 20GB, 30 days for $29.70. Unlimited plans run for 3, 5, 7, 10, 15, 30 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 Uruguay.

Product
Prepaid data only eSIM
Phone number and SMS
Not included; app calls work
Networks
Movistar (4G)
Plans
20 (14 fixed, 6 unlimited)
Lowest price
$4.20 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 Uruguay 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 Uruguay

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

eSIM prices for Uruguay

20 plans, prices in US dollars, final

DataDaysPrice
  • 1GB3 days3 days$4.20 USD
  • 3GB3 days3 days$9.90 USD
  • Unlimited3 days3 days$11.70 USD
  • Unlimited5 days5 days$16.80 USD
  • 1GB7 days7 days$4.20 USD
  • 3GB7 days7 days$10.20 USD
  • 5GB7 days7 days$14.70 USD
  • 10GB7 days7 days$21.60 USD
  • Unlimited7 days7 days$21.00 USD
  • Unlimited10 days10 days$23.40 USD
  • 2GB15 days15 days$7.50 USD
  • 5GB15 days15 days$16.50 USD
  • 10GB15 days15 days$22.20 USD
  • 20GB15 days15 days$29.10 USD
  • Unlimited15 days15 days$31.20 USD
  • 3GB30 days30 days$10.20 USD
  • 5GB30 days30 days$18.00 USD
  • 10GB30 days30 days$22.80 USD
  • 20GB30 days30 days$29.70 USD
  • Unlimited30 days30 days$52.20 USD

FAQs for your travel eSIM

Frequently asked questions

Which network does the Uruguay eSIM use?

It connects to Movistar in Uruguay on 4G LTE.

How much is an eSIM for Uruguay?

Plans start at $4.20 for 1GB, 3 days. There are 20 plans from 3 days to 30 days, including unlimited plans for 3, 5, 7, 10, 15, 30 days. Prices are in US dollars and final.

Does the Uruguay 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 Uruguay.

When should I install my eSIM for Uruguay?

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

Can I top up the Uruguay eSIM?

Yes, this eSIM can take another plan for Uruguay. 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 Uruguay in other countries?

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

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