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Roaming in Latin America — Quick Guide

The essentials for traveling: activate roaming or eSIM, compare costs by country, and easy top-up from Spain.

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Overview: what to expect?

Roaming can vary greatly between operators. In this guide you will find: typical rates, how to avoid surcharges, and local solutions (physical SIM or eSIM) for travel across Latin America.

  • Quick cost comparison by country.
  • Steps to activate eSIM from Spain.
  • Online top-up and security tips.
Updated: 2025
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How roaming and eSIMs work

  1. Check with your operator: rates and agreements in each country.
  2. Enable roaming data or purchase a regional eSIM.
  3. Monitor data usage; use Wi‑Fi when possible.

eSIMs are usually faster to activate and avoid physical SIM swaps. We recommend buying eSIMs from reliable providers before the trip.

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Options comparison (example)

Option Advantages Estimated cost Ideal for
ESP operator roaming Low management, variable coverage €3–€10/MB (depending on country) Short stays, emergencies
Regional eSIM Activate online, per-package rates €5–€30 per package (1–10 GB) Trips of 1–14 days
Local SIM Best price per GB €2–€20 depending on provider Long stays

Frequently asked questions

Yes, if your operator has roaming; otherwise consider an eSIM or local SIM to keep data at a good price.

Yes, if you use certified providers and avoid public Wi‑Fi networks when processing payments. Use reputable platforms as recommended by SIMplifica.

Chile has good coverage in cities and main routes; remote areas may have limited signal. Check the option "Recarga Chile Rápida" for local data.

Practical tips

Save data

Monitor your data usage

Enable data limits and notifications to avoid unexpected charges.

Secure Wi-Fi

Use Wi‑Fi with caution

Avoid accessing banks or receiving codes on public networks without a VPN.

Recharge

Prepaid top-up

Purchase data packages before traveling to facilitate activations.

SIMplify Support

Our team advises on the best option for your destination. Check top-up options and assistance with activating eSIMs.

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María — Roaming Advisor

Useful resources

Travel checklist

Checklist to prepare your mobile before you leave.

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eSIM Guide

Steps to activate eSIM from Spain.

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