Brazil eSIM — Prepaid 5G Data Plans
Get connected as soon as you land — high-speed data in Brazil via Claro, TIM, Vivo. Activate instantly with the QR code in minutes — no physical SIM required.
Choose your Brazil eSIM plan
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A single eSIM covering multiple countries — including Brazil — no need to switch plans when crossing borders.
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Quick comparison of the most popular Brazil eSIM plans
Mobile network in Brazil
- Carrier
- Claro, TIM, Vivo
- Network
- 5G in covered areas, 4G elsewhere
- Daily plans, after the cap
- 512 Kbps – 1 Mbps depending on plan tier
Guide for your Brazil trip
Estimate how much data you need for your trip → Check if your phone supports eSIM →
Using mobile data in Brazil: local tips
- 5G in cities, 4G in small towns. Standalone 5G now reaches around a thousand Brazilian municipalities on TIM and Vivo, fewer on Claro — and “5G in a city” usually means only parts of it. Expect 4G in smaller towns.
- Amazon roads are mostly offline. Anatel data shows only about 5% of federal highways in Amazonas state have 4G. Download offline maps and translation packs before road trips in the region.
- Tap to ride the metro. Rio’s MetrôRio accepts contactless Visa, Mastercard and phone wallets at the turnstiles, and São Paulo Metrô lines 1, 2, 3 and 15 have accepted tap-to-pay at every turnstile since September 2026.
- Pix is for local accounts. Brazil’s ubiquitous Pix QR payments run between Brazilian bank accounts, so most visitors can’t use them directly — carry a card that works abroad.
- Uber payment and sign-up. Uber in Brazil accepts cards added to the app, Apple Pay, PayPal or cash — select cash before requesting a ride. Make sure your home SIM can receive the sign-up code by SMS.
- Theft protection needs a CPF. Brazil’s official Celular Seguro service can block a stolen phone and banking apps, but it requires a gov.br login with a CPF, so most short-stay visitors can’t use it.
Checked against official sources in September 2026. Services and coverage change — check the app or operator before you travel.
FAQ
Yes. Install your eSIM before departure; once you land, simply enable data roaming to connect instantly at the airport.
Most iPhone XS and later, Samsung Galaxy S20 and later, and Google Pixel 3 and later support eSIM. You can check in your device’s Settings.
For most plans, validity starts from the first time your eSIM connects to a network at your destination—you can safely install it at home before flying. Exact details for each plan are clearly stated on its product page.
Most plans allow topping up data or extending validity—supported plans are clearly marked on the plan card and on the product page. You can also purchase a new plan anytime; the QR code is emailed to you within minutes.
eSIM plans for Brazil connect via Claro, TIM, Vivo. Your device automatically selects the strongest local network; 5G is available where supported by the carrier, otherwise 4G/LTE applies. The specific carrier for each plan is listed on its detail page.
High-speed data is prioritized; after your daily allowance is used, speeds are reduced but remain sufficient for messaging, maps, and social media — you’ll never lose connectivity.
This data eSIM doesn’t include a phone number. You can still make calls and send messages normally using apps like WhatsApp, iMessage, Messenger.
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