Reuse it next trip
Already have eSIM BFF from another country? Just add a United States package — no new install.
eSIM for the United States
🇺🇸 United States eSIM from KYD 4.07
Hawaii, Alaska and Puerto Rico are included. National parks (Yosemite, Zion, Yellowstone) have limited coverage on every carrier. You land connected on T-Mobile, AT&T, then top up anytime on the same eSIM.
- LTE + 5G
- 30 days from first connection
- Hotspot included
- Tax included
Plans & prices
United States eSIM data plans — tax included
All United States 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 United States
Which networks does the United States eSIM use?
Your eSIM roams on T-Mobile and AT&T — your phone attaches to whichever is strongest where you stand, and switches automatically when you move. 5G is available in Washington, D.C. and other major cities where the carrier opens it to roaming profiles; elsewhere you get LTE.
Good to know before you go
- Hawaii, Alaska and Puerto Rico are included.
- National parks (Yosemite, Zion, Yellowstone) have limited coverage on every carrier.
Top up at 0 GB
Our dashboard loads without data. Run out in Washington, D.C. and you can still buy more.
Family-friendly
Order several United States eSIMs at once. Each traveler scans their own QR code.
No app required
Install from email. Manage the United States package from the dashboard — it loads at 0 GB.
Best eSIM for the United States
Best eSIM for the United States in 2026
People searching “United States eSIM”, “eSIM United States” or “best eSIM for the United States” want the same thing: data on T-Mobile without an airport queue.
For a typical trip to Washington, D.C. the useful pick is a prepaid 5 GB plan at KYD 8.22, 30 days from first connection, hotspot on. That is the eSIM BFF United States 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 United States package |
| A huge marketplace / app | Airalo — usually a fresh country eSIM |
| Unlimited days, not gigabytes | Holafly — priced per day, hotspot often limited |
| Networks in the United States | T-Mobile, AT&T · LTE / 5G |
Also see prepaid eSIM and eSIM vs physical SIM.
How to get online
Setting up your United States 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 the United States
Switch the line on. Within a minute you see T-Mobile in the status bar and your 30 days begin.
FAQ
United States eSIM questions
How much does an eSIM for the United States cost?
Plans for the United States start at KYD 4.07 for 1 GB (30 days). The most popular option is 5 GB for KYD 8.22. All prices include tax and there is no activation fee.
Which networks does the United States eSIM connect to?
Your eSIM roams on T-Mobile and AT&T — 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 the United States if I already have eSIM BFF?
No. If you already installed eSIM BFF on a previous trip, just buy a United States package in your dashboard. It attaches to the eSIM you already have and works as soon as you land.
Does the United States 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 United States eSIM?
Yes. Tethering is included on every plan, so you can share your United States data with a laptop or a travel partner.
When should I buy my United States 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 the United States, so buying early costs nothing.
What is the best eSIM for the United States?
The best United States eSIM for most travelers is a prepaid data plan on T-Mobile and AT&T that you install once and can top up later. eSIM BFF is built for that: 5 GB is KYD 8.22 (tax included), hotspot is on, and the same profile takes the next country. Airalo and Holafly also cover the United States — 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 the United States?
Hawaii, Alaska and Puerto Rico are included. National parks (Yosemite, Zion, Yellowstone) have limited coverage on every carrier.
Nearby
All of Americas →Traveling on from the United States?
Same eSIM. Just add a package for the next country.
🇨🇦Canada · 5 GBKYD 8.22🇲🇽Mexico · 5 GBKYD 6.56🇦🇬Antigua and Barbuda · 5 GBKYD 6.56🇦🇷Argentina · 5 GBKYD 6.56
Visiting several countries? The Americas regional plan covers United States and its neighbors on one balance.
Land in the United States with your BFF already on.
From KYD 4.07 (indicative). Same eSIM next trip.
Notify me for United StatesIndicative prices · Personalized for your trip · Tax included · No app