Reuse it next trip
Already have eSIM BFF from another country? Just add a Cuba package — no new install.
eSIM for Cuba
🇨🇺 Cuba eSIM from BMD 6.90
Havana, Varadero and Trinidad have LTE. Hotel Wi-Fi is slow and paid; an eSIM is the least painful way to stay on maps. You land connected on ETECSA, then top up anytime on the same eSIM.
- LTE
- 30 days from first connection
- Hotspot included
- Tax included
Plans & prices
Cuba eSIM data plans — tax included
All Cuba 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 Cuba
Which networks does the Cuba eSIM use?
Your eSIM roams on ETECSA, the largest network in Cuba. Expect LTE across Cuba; 5G is not yet offered to roaming profiles here.
Good to know before you go
- Cards and apps often fail — download everything before you land.
Top up at 0 GB
Our dashboard loads without data. Run out in Havana and you can still buy more.
Family-friendly
Order several Cuba eSIMs at once. Each traveler scans their own QR code.
No app required
Install from email. Manage the Cuba package from the dashboard — it loads at 0 GB.
Best eSIM for Cuba
Best eSIM for Cuba in 2026
People searching “Cuba eSIM”, “eSIM Cuba” or “best eSIM for Cuba” want the same thing: data on ETECSA without an airport queue.
For a typical trip to Havana the useful pick is a prepaid 5 GB plan at BMD 18.90, 30 days from first connection, hotspot on. That is the eSIM BFF Cuba package. You install the profile once; the next country is a top-up, not a new eSIM.
| If you care about | Pick |
|---|---|
| One profile for this trip and the next | eSIM BFF — same eSIM, new Cuba package |
| A huge marketplace / app | Airalo — usually a fresh country eSIM |
| Unlimited days, not gigabytes | Holafly — priced per day, hotspot often limited |
| Networks in Cuba | ETECSA · LTE |
Also see prepaid eSIM and eSIM vs physical SIM.
How to get online
Setting up your Cuba 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 Cuba
Switch the line on. Within a minute you see ETECSA in the status bar and your 30 days begin.
FAQ
Cuba eSIM questions
How much does an eSIM for Cuba cost?
Plans for Cuba start at BMD 6.90 for 1 GB (30 days). The most popular option is 5 GB for BMD 18.90. All prices include tax and there is no activation fee.
Which networks does the Cuba eSIM connect to?
Your eSIM roams on ETECSA — the largest network in Cuba. Coverage is LTE/4G across the country.
Do I need to install a new eSIM for Cuba if I already have eSIM BFF?
No. If you already installed eSIM BFF on a previous trip, just buy a Cuba package in your dashboard. It attaches to the eSIM you already have and works as soon as you land.
Does the Cuba 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 Cuba eSIM?
Yes. Tethering is included on every plan, so you can share your Cuba data with a laptop or a travel partner.
When should I buy my Cuba 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 Cuba, so buying early costs nothing.
What is the best eSIM for Cuba?
The best Cuba eSIM for most travelers is a prepaid data plan on ETECSA that you install once and can top up later. eSIM BFF is built for that: 5 GB is BMD 18.90 (tax included), hotspot is on, and the same profile takes the next country. Airalo and Holafly also cover Cuba — Airalo is usually a new country eSIM, Holafly is priced per day. Pick BFF if you want one profile and a GB price; pick Holafly if you truly need unlimited.
Anything I should know about data in Cuba?
Cards and apps often fail — download everything before you land.
Nearby
All of Americas →Traveling on from Cuba?
Same eSIM. Just add a package for the next country.
🇲🇽Mexico · 5 GBBMD 7.90🇩🇴Dominican Republic · 5 GBBMD 7.90🇯🇲Jamaica · 5 GBBMD 7.90🇦🇬Antigua and Barbuda · 5 GBBMD 7.90
Visiting several countries? The Americas regional plan covers Cuba and its neighbors on one balance.
Land in Cuba with your BFF already on.
From BMD 6.90 (indicative). Same eSIM next trip.
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