eSIM or Roaming: What to Choose for Brazil?
Why an eSIM is recommended
Brazil is not in the EU, so no free EU roaming. International roaming fees are high (often $5-10/MB). An eSIM is highly recommended:
- Avoid roaming fees: significant savings from day one
- 1+ week stays: eSIM becomes more economical quickly
- Heavy usage: streaming, video calls, GPS navigation
- Plans without roaming: most carriers charge expensive roaming in Brazil
Network Coverage in Brazil
Brazil has good 4G coverage in urban areas, but limited in some isolated regions:
| Carrier |
Coverage |
5G |
Used by |
| Claro |
Leader |
Yes |
GoMoWorld, Airalo |
| Vivo |
Excellent |
Yes |
LinkeSIM, Saily |
| TIM |
Good |
Yes |
Holafly |
| Oi |
Variable |
No |
- |
Coverage by destination
- Rio de Janeiro, São Paulo: excellent 4G/5G everywhere
- Salvador, Recife, Florianópolis: optimal urban coverage
- Iguaçu Falls: good coverage in tourist areas
- Amazon: limited coverage, mainly in cities (Manaus, Belém)
- Remote rural areas: variable, sometimes only 3G
How to Install Your Brazil eSIM
- Purchase your plan (QR code received by email in 2 min)
- Install 24-48h before departure from your WiFi
- Activate upon arrival in Brazil (timer starts)
- Keep your home SIM for calls and texts
Compatibility: iPhone XS+, Samsung S20+, Pixel 3+, Xiaomi 12+, OnePlus 8+
Best Brazil eSIM 2026
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{
rank: 1,
providerId: "gomoworld",
data: "10 GB",
duration: "30 days",
price: "$6.80",
highlight: "Best value for money",
promoCode: "ESIMP",
},
{
rank: 2,
providerId: "airalo",
data: "5 GB",
duration: "30 days",
price: "$8.50",
highlight: "Global leader + 5G",
promoCode: "ESIMP15",
},
{
rank: 3,
providerId: "linkesim",
data: "5 GB",
duration: "30 days",
price: "$4.50",
highlight: "Lowest price",
},
{
rank: 4,
providerId: "holafly",
data: "Unlimited",
duration: "5 days",
price: "$19",
highlight: "Unlimited data + hotspot",
},
{
rank: 5,
providerId: "saily",
data: "3 GB",
duration: "30 days",
price: "$6.20",
highlight: "NordVPN included",
promoCode: "ESIMP",
},
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Why these providers?
- GoMoWorld: Claro network (leader), code ESIMP (-10%)
- Airalo: global leader (8M+ users), code ESIMP15 (-15%)
- LinkeSIM: cheapest, perfect for budget travelers
- Holafly: unlimited + hotspot, ideal for families
- Saily: built-in NordVPN for public WiFi
Conclusion
For all travelers: an eSIM is highly recommended in Brazil to avoid high roaming fees.
Best value: GoMoWorld 10 GB at $6.80 with code ESIMP to discover Brazil.
For heavy users: Holafly unlimited eliminates any stress during your stay.
Brazil eSIM FAQ