eSIM for Argentina
A prepaid travel eSIM that gets you online the moment you land in Argentina. You install it from a QR code we email you, in about five minutes, with no SIM shop to find at Buenos Aires airport.
- 55 data plans work in Argentina, from $3.99. Prices checked November 3, 2026.
- 6 plans cover Argentina only. 49 more cover it along with nearby countries such as Chile and Brazil.
- Most plans start when you first use data, so you can install at home before you fly. A few start at install, and the tables mark them.
- Data only, with no local phone number. Your home number stays on your regular SIM.
Prices by data and trip length
Prices in US dollars, checked November 3, 2026. The plan page shows the current price before you pay.
| Data | 7 days | 15 days | 30 days |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 GB | $3.991 GB, 7 daysAmericas plan, 10 destinations | $6.992 GB, 15 daysAmericas plan, 10 destinations | $8.991 GB, 30 daysGlobal plan, 175 destinations |
| 3 GB | $9.993 GB, 30 days | $9.993 GB, 30 days | $9.993 GB, 30 days |
| 5 GB | $13.995 GB, 30 days | $13.995 GB, 30 days | $13.995 GB, 30 days |
| 10 GB | $24.9910 GB, 30 days | $24.9910 GB, 30 days | $24.9910 GB, 30 days |
| 20 GB | $39.9920 GB, 30 days | $39.9920 GB, 30 days | $39.9920 GB, 30 days |
Plans for Argentina only
Every size and length sold for Argentina alone, without other countries:
| Data | Length | Price | Network | Starts |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 GB | 7 days | $4.49 | 5G where available | On first use |
| 2 GB | 14 days | $7.49 | 5G where available | On first use |
| 3 GB | 30 days | $9.99 | 5G where available | On first use |
| 5 GB | 30 days | $13.99 | 5G where available | On first use |
| 10 GB | 30 days | $24.99 | 5G where available | On first use |
| 20 GB | 30 days | $39.99 | 5G where available | On first use |
Unlimited data plans
3 unlimited plans work in Argentina. Unlimited plans give a set amount of full speed data, then slow down. The cheapest for each length:
| Length | Price | Full speed | Covers | Starts |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 day | $6.46 | 1 GB a day at full speed, then 512 kbps | Americas plan, 11 destinations | On first use |
| 3 days | $19.49 | 1 GB a day at full speed, then 512 kbps | Americas plan, 11 destinations | On first use |
| 5 days | $31.99 | 1 GB a day at full speed, then 512 kbps | Americas plan, 11 destinations | On first use |
Plans for Argentina and nearby countries
- Americas plan, 10 destinations, including Chile, Brazil, Paraguay and Colombia: from $3.99 for 1 GB over 7 days.
- Americas plan, 17 destinations, including Chile, Brazil, Paraguay and Colombia: from $7.99 for 1 GB over 7 days.
- Americas plan, 37 destinations, including Chile, Brazil, Paraguay and Colombia: from $5.49 for 1 GB over 7 days.
- Regional plan, 98 destinations, including Chile, Brazil and Peru: from $41.99 for 13 GB over 365 days.
- Global plan, 132 destinations, including Chile, Brazil, Paraguay and Colombia: from $7.49 for 1 GB over 7 days.
Network and plan details
- 6 of the 55 plans connect at 5G where the local network and your phone support it. The rest use 4G LTE.
- Of the 55 plans for Argentina, 53 start when you first use data and 2 start when you install the eSIM.
- Your data goes out to the internet from the UK on 19 plans, Belgium on 10 and the US on 6. 2 use other places. 18 do not say. Websites usually see that place as your location.
- Hotspot sharing works on every plan here.
- The catalog does not name the local network for these plans.
- Capital: Buenos Aires
- Country calling code: +54
- Plans: 55, from $3.99 to $155.99
Argentina has a quirk worth knowing: the currency situation means the exchange rate you get varies a lot by how you pay, and travelers track it on apps and messaging. A connection keeps those, plus your ride apps and maps, live from arrival. The country is huge and stretches from Buenos Aires down to Patagonia, so coverage matters most in the cities and resort towns.
What you can use the data for
Ride-hailing. Uber, Cabify, and DiDi operate in Buenos Aires and the bigger cities and run on data, which is straightforward and safe.
Maps. Google Maps covers the cities, the wine country around Mendoza, and the towns of Patagonia. It needs a connection throughout.
WhatsApp and money. WhatsApp is how Argentines communicate, and travelers also use it and rate apps to navigate the shifting exchange rates and digital payments.
Bookings. Glacier tours from El Calafate, wine tastings in Mendoza, and tango shows in Buenos Aires are easiest to reserve over a connection.
Where it works
Coverage roams on Argentina's national networks, strong in the cities and main destinations:
- Buenos Aires (Ezeiza, EZE, and Aeroparque, AEP)
- Mendoza (MDZ) and the wine country
- Bariloche (BRC) and the Lake District
- El Calafate (FTE) and the glaciers
- Iguazu (IGR) in the north
Coverage is strong in Buenos Aires, the wine country, and the main Patagonian towns. It thins out fast across the vast steppe, the high Andes, and the deep south. Download offline maps before driving Patagonia's long, empty routes.
Common situations
Buenos Aires tango and steak
Activate at the airport, book a Cabify into the city, and keep maps and WhatsApp live. A connection also helps you track the exchange rate and find the best way to pay.
Patagonia and the glaciers
Use the data in El Calafate and Bariloche, and download offline maps for the long drives and the trails around El Chalten, where signal disappears.
Mendoza wine trip
Keep maps and winery bookings live across the vineyards. The eSIM runs beside your home SIM, so your usual number still rings.
How to install your eSIM before you fly
- Buy the plan. The eSIM arrives by email, usually within a minute. Install it at home on Wi-Fi with the one-tap link or the QR code in the email. 2 plans start counting at install or purchase, and the tables mark them. Install those close to your flight.
- Name the line Argentina and keep it off until you land. Do not delete it after setup, because an eSIM installs only once.
- On arrival, turn the line on, choose it for mobile data and turn on data roaming for it. Turn off data roaming on your home line.
Screen by screen steps for iPhone and Android are in our travel eSIM install guide.
Phones that work
Your phone must support eSIM and be unlocked. Check your model on our compatibility page.
Common questions
How much does an eSIM for Argentina cost?
Plans start at $3.99 for 1 GB over 7 days, on a plan that covers 10 destinations. A plan with at least 10 GB for 30 days starts at $24.99. Prices checked November 3, 2026.
Is there an unlimited data eSIM for Argentina?
Yes. 3 unlimited plans work in Argentina, from $6.46 for 1 day. That plan gives 1 GB a day at full speed, then 512 kbps.
Is there a plan for Argentina only?
Yes. 6 plans cover Argentina only, from $4.49. 49 more cover it together with other countries.
Can one eSIM cover Argentina and nearby countries?
Yes. 49 plans cover both Argentina and Chile, from $3.99. 49 cover Argentina and Brazil. 37 cover Argentina and Paraguay. The section above lists the regional plans.
When does the plan start counting days?
It depends on the plan. Of the 55 plans for Argentina, 53 start when you first use data and 2 start when you install the eSIM. The plan page shows the rule before you pay.
Does the eSIM come with a phone number?
No. These plans are data only, and your home number stays on your regular SIM.
How does data help with the currency situation?
Argentina's exchange rate varies by how you pay, and travelers track it on apps and messaging. Having data live means you can check rates and arrange digital payments on the move.
Will it work in Patagonia?
The main towns like Bariloche and El Calafate are covered. The steppe, the high Andes, and the long routes between towns have big gaps, so download offline maps first.
Can I use Uber in Buenos Aires?
Uber, Cabify, and DiDi all run on the data in the capital and the bigger cities.