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Already have eSIM BFF from another country? Just add a Uruguay package — no new install.
eSIM for Uruguay
🇺🇾 Uruguay eSIM from $3.90
Montevideo and Punta del Este are 5G. The interior toward Tacuarembó is LTE along Ruta 5. You land connected on Antel, Movistar, Claro, then top up anytime on the same eSIM.
- LTE + 5G
- 30 days from first connection
- Hotspot included
- Tax included
Plans & prices
Uruguay eSIM data plans — tax included
All Uruguay plans run 30 days from the moment you first connect. Prices below are indicative until we open orders.
Indicative prices in USD, tax included when we sell. Data-only eSIM — your home number keeps working for calls and SMS.
Coverage in Uruguay
Which networks does the Uruguay eSIM use?
Your eSIM roams on Antel, Movistar and Claro — your phone attaches to whichever is strongest where you stand, and switches automatically when you move. 5G is available in Montevideo and other major cities where the carrier opens it to roaming profiles; elsewhere you get LTE.
Good to know before you go
- Colonia is covered; the Buquebus crossing is not.
Top up at 0 GB
Our dashboard loads without data. Run out in Montevideo and you can still buy more.
Family-friendly
Order several Uruguay eSIMs at once. Each traveler scans their own QR code.
No app required
Install from email. Manage the Uruguay package from the dashboard — it loads at 0 GB.
How to get online
Setting up your Uruguay eSIM in three steps
- 01
Buy before you fly
Choose a plan above. The QR code and one-tap install link arrive by email within seconds.
- 02
Install on Wi-Fi
Settings → Cellular → Add eSIM, then scan. Turn on Data Roaming for the new line. iPhone guide · Android guide
- 03
Land in Uruguay
Switch the line on. Within a minute you see Antel in the status bar and your 30 days begin.
FAQ
Uruguay eSIM questions
How much does an eSIM for Uruguay cost?
Plans for Uruguay start at $3.90 for 1 GB (30 days). The most popular option is 5 GB for $7.90. All prices include tax and there is no activation fee.
Which networks does the Uruguay eSIM connect to?
Your eSIM roams on Antel, Movistar and Claro — the phone picks the strongest signal automatically. 5G is available where the carrier offers it to roaming profiles; otherwise you get LTE.
Do I need to install a new eSIM for Uruguay if I already have eSIM BFF?
No. If you already installed eSIM BFF on a previous trip, just buy a Uruguay package in your dashboard. It attaches to the eSIM you already have and works as soon as you land.
Does the Uruguay eSIM include a phone number?
It is a data-only eSIM. Your normal number keeps working for calls and SMS through your home SIM, and apps like WhatsApp, FaceTime and Telegram work over the eSIM data. This keeps prices low and setup simple.
Can I use hotspot with the Uruguay eSIM?
Yes. Tethering is included on every plan, so you can share your Uruguay data with a laptop or a travel partner.
When should I buy my Uruguay eSIM?
Buy it before you fly and install it on Wi-Fi at home. The 30-day validity only starts when your phone first connects to a network in Uruguay, so buying early costs nothing.
Anything I should know about data in Uruguay?
Colonia is covered; the Buquebus crossing is not.
Nearby
All of Americas →Traveling on from Uruguay?
Same eSIM. Just add a package for the next country.
Visiting several countries? The Americas regional plan covers Uruguay and its neighbors on one balance.
Land in Uruguay with your BFF already on.
From $3.90 (indicative). Same eSIM next trip.
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