5 GB Internet in Guatemala - 30 Days
How to Use Your 5 GB eSIM in Guatemala
Purchase & Receive Your QR Code
The moment you buy your Guatemala 5 GB plan, your QR code lands in your inbox and dashboard.
Install the eSIM
Go to Settings → Mobile Data → Add eSIM and scan the QR code. Stay on Wi-Fi while you install.
Activate & Connect
Switch on the eSIM Guatemala data plan in your settings - it'll connect to the network automatically. Already abroad? Turn on Data Roaming.
You're Online!
You've got 5 GB of data for 30 days in Guatemala. Keep your primary SIM switched on if you still need calls and SMS.
Important Notes
- •Install your Guatemala eSIM before your trip, while you still have Wi-Fi.
- •Your device must be eSIM-compatible and carrier-unlocked.
- •Each QR code can only be scanned once - don't delete the eSIM after installing it.
Guatemala eSIM - Frequently Asked Questions
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Why Travelers Choose an eSIM for Guatemala
Flying into La Aurora (GUA) for Antigua's colonial streets, Tikal and Flores for Mayan pyramids, Lake Atitlán for volcano-ringed lakeside villages, or the coffee highlands around Huehuetenango? A Guatemala eSIM connects to Tigo Guatemala or Claro Guatemala the moment your plane lands — no Guatemala City kiosk queue, no DPI-linked SIM paperwork. Activate a plan in two minutes, scan the QR code, and you're online for Uber rides in Antigua, Tikal sunrise-tour pickups, San Pedro La Laguna homestay navigation, or Acatenango volcano-hike coordination. Choose a 7-day plan for an Antigua + Lake Atitlán + Tikal circuit, a 30-day plan for a full Guatemala trip including Semuc Champey and Flores, or Guatemala eSIM unlimited data for longer volunteer or Spanish-school stays in Antigua.
eSIM vs Tigo Guatemala Tourist SIM — Which Works Best for Antigua + Tikal?
Tigo Guatemala and Claro Guatemala sell tourist SIMs at La Aurora Airport, but activation needs passport + tourist form. A Guatemala travel eSIM activates before you land, ideal for short Antigua + Tikal trips where the SIM counter eats into your already tight itinerary.
| eSIM | Tigo Guatemala Tourist SIM | |
|---|---|---|
| Setup time | ≈ 2 minutes (QR scan pre-flight) | 15–30 minutes (GUA kiosk) |
| Paperwork | none | passport + tourist form |
| Cost | from ~$1.05/day | GTQ 50–200 (~$6–26) tourist pack |
| Coverage | Tigo / Claro Guatemala 4G/5G | same carriers |
| Tikal | Tigo strongest at Tikal + Flores | same — Tigo best in Petén |
Guatemala eSIM FAQ — Antigua/Tikal Coverage, Tigo Support & Highland Travel
Which is the best eSIM for Guatemala?
The best eSIM for Guatemala depends on your route — a 7-day plan fits an Antigua + Lake Atitlán + Tikal circuit, a 30-day plan covers a full Guatemala trip including Semuc Champey, Flores and the Pacific coast, and Guatemala eSIM unlimited data suits Spanish-school students or longer volunteer stays in Antigua. Our Guatemala eSIMs run on Tigo Guatemala and Claro Guatemala, with dense 4G/5G in Guatemala City, Antigua, Quetzaltenango and Flores.
Does a Guatemala eSIM work at Tikal and in remote Mayan archaeological sites?
Yes — Tigo Guatemala has 4G at Tikal's main entrance and visitor center, across Flores / Santa Elena and El Remate, and at most main-road archaeological stops. Expect signal drops deep in the jungle canopy between Temple IV and Temple V, and on remote Petén roads — download offline maps for those segments.
Is a prepaid Guatemala eSIM available for Spanish-school students?
Yes — Guatemala is a top Spanish-immersion destination, and a 30-day Guatemala eSIM or unlimited-data plan works great for language students in Antigua, Xela (Quetzaltenango) or San Pedro La Laguna. Install the QR before you fly, activate on arrival, and you're online on Tigo 4G without needing a DPI or local guarantor for a long-term SIM contract.