Find the best eSIM for Guatemala
Compare 3,122 plans from 82 eSIM brands · from $0.49
1 GB list price before coupons: $1.05 on Nov 2 — its 30-day low
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How to set up a Guatemala eSIM in 3 steps
Install before you fly over Wi-Fi — your data allowance only starts when you arrive and connect to a local network.
How much data do you need for a Guatemala trip?
Planning data for Guatemala? For a typical week of maps, messaging, social media and the occasional video, 5–10 GB is plenty. Light users checking email and directions can get by on 1–3 GB, while remote workers, heavy streamers or anyone tethering a laptop should look at 20 GB or an unlimited plan. Because plans are cheap, it is usually worth sizing up a tier rather than risk running out mid-trip. Our guide to sizing a travel data plan breaks the numbers down by trip type.
Single-country vs regional eSIMs
If Guatemala is your only stop, a single-country plan gives the best price per GB. Visiting neighbouring countries on the same trip? A regional plan covers many countries on one eSIM — slightly pricier per GB, but you skip buying a second SIM at the border. We compare the two head-to-head in local vs regional eSIM plans.
eSIM vs roaming vs a physical SIM
In Guatemala, carrier roaming is the most expensive option and often metered by the day. A physical tourist SIM means queueing at the airport and swapping out your home number. An eSIM keeps your regular number active for calls and texts while a second data line handles the internet — installed in minutes, before you even leave home. See the full cost breakdown in eSIM vs physical SIM vs roaming.
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Guatemala eSIM — quick answers
What is the best eSIM for Guatemala?
The current value pick is Maya Mobile Guatemala · 150 GB · 30 days, shown at $44.99 ($0.30/GB).
What is the cheapest eSIM for Guatemala?
The cheapest currently available Guatemala plan is Mood Guatemala · 100 MB · 7 days · 4G at $0.49.
Are coupon discounts included in the prices?
Yes, where a provider has an unconditional coupon: its best code is already taken off its Guatemala plan prices before the click-through (one code per provider, never stacked). Some of our links add the code at checkout; for others, the provider's page shows the code to enter, so check it went in before you pay. Codes shown with a condition (a minimum spend, cashback, buying two plans) are never included in these prices. The Apply promo codes toggle above the table switches between coupon-applied and original prices.
Can I use hotspot with Guatemala eSIM plans?
Hotspot support is shown on every Guatemala plan row when the provider data includes it — filter the table by hotspot to see only tethering-friendly plans, and confirm the final policy at provider checkout.
Which mobile networks operate in Guatemala?
Local network partners vary by provider. Check the provider checkout page for the exact roaming network before buying a Guatemala eSIM.
Should I install my eSIM before arriving in Guatemala?
Usually yes. Download your Guatemala eSIM profile on reliable Wi-Fi before you fly, then follow the provider's activation steps on arrival — most plans only start their validity when you first connect to a Guatemala network.
How much does 1GB of eSIM data cost in Guatemala?
Right now, 1GB of travel eSIM data for Guatemala starts at $0.90. We compare 3,122 live plans from 82 providers, each re-checked weekly against the provider's own catalogue (latest sync Nov 2, 2026).
What's the lowest-priced data plan for a trip to Guatemala?
The cheapest eSIM plan for Guatemala currently starts at $0.49 (price last synced Oct 30, 2026). Smaller plans suit short stays — use the trip filter above to match your days and data needs.
Do Guatemala travel eSIMs allow tethering?
Yes — 68 of the 82 providers selling Guatemala plans allow hotspot/tethering on at least some plans (as of the Nov 2, 2026 price sync). Use the Hotspot filter above to see only those plans.
Are there unlimited data eSIMs for Guatemala?
Yes — 97 unlimited plans are currently available for Guatemala, starting at $2.05. Note that "unlimited" plans often apply fair-use speed caps; check each plan's terms.