Cheapest eSIM for El Salvador
| Rank | Provider | Data | Validity | Price (USD) | Price per GB | Verdict | Get |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | MegaEsim Coupon: SUMMER10 |
1 GB | 7 Days | $2.65 | $2.65 | Best value | Get |
| 2 | MegaEsim Coupon: SUMMER10 |
3 GB | 15 Days | $9.31 | $3.10 | Great | Get |
| 3 | MegaEsim Coupon: SUMMER10 |
5 GB | 30 Days | $16.98 | $3.40 | Good | Get |
| 4 | MegaEsim Coupon: SUMMER10 |
3 GB | 1 Day | $11.28 | $3.76 | Good | Get |
| 5 | MegaEsim Coupon: SUMMER10 |
2 GB | 1 Day | $16.37 | $8.19 | Expensive | Get |
| 6 | MegaEsim Coupon: SUMMER10 |
1 GB | 1 Day | $8.61 | $8.61 | Expensive | Get |
| 7 | MegaEsim Coupon: SUMMER10 |
3 GB | 3 Days | $33.85 | $11.28 | Very expensive | Get |
| 8 | MegaEsim Coupon: SUMMER10 |
2 GB | 3 Days | $49.10 | $24.55 | Very expensive | Get |
| 9 | MegaEsim Coupon: SUMMER10 |
1 GB | 3 Days | $25.83 | $25.83 | Very expensive | Get |
| 10 | MegaEsim Coupon: SUMMER10 |
3 GB | 7 Days | $78.99 | $26.33 | Very expensive | Get |
| 11 | MegaEsim Coupon: SUMMER10 |
2 GB | 7 Days | $114.56 | $57.28 | Very expensive | Get |
| 12 | MegaEsim Coupon: SUMMER10 |
3 GB | 30 Days | $338.52 | $112.84 | Very expensive | Get |
| 13 | MegaEsim Coupon: SUMMER10 |
2 GB | 15 Days | $245.49 | $122.75 | Very expensive | Get |
| 14 | MegaEsim Coupon: SUMMER10 |
1 GB | 15 Days | $129.15 | $129.15 | Very expensive | Get |
| 15 | MegaEsim Coupon: SUMMER10 |
2 GB | 30 Days | $490.98 | $245.49 | Very expensive | Get |
| 16 | MegaEsim Coupon: SUMMER10 |
1 GB | 30 Days | $258.30 | $258.30 | Very expensive | Get |
Cheapest eSIM for El Salvador: the numbers
As of 30 August 2026, 21:31 GMT, the cheapest eSIM for El Salvador is MegaEsim with 1 GB for 7 Days at $2.65. That is $2.65 per GB, the best rate of the 16 plans we compare from 1 provider. 16 support top ups. That timestamp is the exact moment of our latest price check, and the table above always shows the live order.
Which mobile networks does El Salvador have?
The mobile network covers about 92% of the population, and 91.7% of mobile connections run on 3G, 4G or 5G capable networks according to DataReportal's 2025 report.
- Tigo: Tigo has the largest subscriber base at around 3 million active SIMs and the best 4G LTE coverage, backed by a $500 million infrastructure investment pledge through 2025.
- Claro: Claro matches Tigo in popularity, offers the best balance of coverage and speed, and leads in fixed line and premium services.
- Movistar: Movistar is the third choice on price, and Telefonica sold the operation to General International Telecoms in 2022.
- Digicel: Digicel is the weakest network, still largely 3G, and best avoided outside major cities.
The eSIM plans we compare on this page connect to:
Is 5G available in El Salvador?
Movistar started deploying a 5G ready network in 2022 with a plan to reach 95% of the population, but day to day service for travellers is still 4G.
How much data do you need in El Salvador?
Light use is about 500 MB a day. That covers maps, messages, and some browsing. Normal use with photos, social apps, and short videos runs 1 to 1.5 GB a day. Streaming and hotspot use can eat 2 to 3 GB a day. Here is what each size costs in El Salvador right now:
eSIM or a local SIM at the airport in El Salvador?
An eSIM is ready before you land. No queue, no shop, no handing over your passport at a counter. Data for El Salvador starts at $2.65 on this page, which is hard for airport kiosks to beat. A local SIM still makes sense if you need a local phone number or plan to stay for months. For a normal trip, the eSIM wins on price and effort.
Setting up your El Salvador eSIM
Buy your planYou get a QR code by email within minutes of paying.
Install before you flyScan the QR code on wifi at home. Airport and hotel wifi can be weak.
Turn it on when you landEnable the eSIM and turn on data roaming for it, then give it a minute to find the network.
Check the validity clockSome plans start counting at purchase, not at first use. Check before you buy.
Good to know before you land in El Salvador
Passport registration is required to activate any prepaid SIM.
Tigo and Claro have kiosks in the arrivals hall at San Salvador airport and handle passport registration on the spot in 10 to 15 minutes. Airport tourist packs can run $25 to $35 for bundles that cost a fraction of that in city malls like Metrocentro.
4G is solid in San Salvador, along the Pacific beaches like El Tunco and on main roads. Signal gets patchy around volcanoes, national parks and remote rural areas, so download offline maps before hiking.
El Salvador Travel eSIM FAQ
Everything you need to know about using an eSIM in El Salvador
What is the cheapest eSIM for El Salvador?
Right now the cheapest option ranked by price per GB is MegaEsim with 1 GB for 7 Days at $2.65. That works out to $2.65 per GB. Prices change often, so the table above always shows the current order.
Which networks will my eSIM connect to in El Salvador?
The plans we compare connect to Claro, Tigo, movistar. The exact network depends on the plan you pick. Check the plan details before you buy if one network matters to you.
Do El Salvador eSIMs support 5G?
The networks our plans use in El Salvador currently run on 4G. That is enough for maps, messaging, video calls, and streaming in most cases.
Can I top up my El Salvador eSIM if I run out?
Yes. 16 of the 16 plans here support top ups, so you can add data without buying a new eSIM. The rest need a fresh plan once the data ends.
Will I still receive bank SMS and OTP codes?
Yes, if you keep your home SIM active. Travel eSIMs are data only. Your phone can hold both at once, so leave your normal SIM on for SMS and use the eSIM for data. Turn off roaming data on the home SIM to avoid charges.
Do these eSIMs include a phone number or calls?
The plans we compare are data only, so there is no local number. Calls work fine over WhatsApp, FaceTime, or any app that uses data. If you need a real local number, a local SIM is the better tool.
How many GB do I need for a week in El Salvador?
Around 3 to 5 GB covers a week of maps, messaging, and normal browsing. Heavy video or hotspot use needs 1 to 2 GB per day. Today the cheapest plan with at least 5 GB is MegaEsim at $16.98.
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How we rank
Prices last checked on 30 August 2026, 21:31 GMT across 16 plans. Every plan is ranked by the true cost per gigabyte, not marketing claims. We do not take money for rankings, and providers cannot pay for a higher position. Read the full method on our how we rank page.
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