Colombia eSIM
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Data only
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Multi-traveler eSIMs
Group discount up to 15% for 6+
Add 1 more to unlock 5% off. 6+ travelers get 15% off.
2. Fare transparency
Total due
$3.60 / GB · $1.20 / day
$35.99
Refund any plan you haven’t installed, up to 30 days from purchase.
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$35.99
Colombia 10 GB · 30 days (×1)
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Great for messaging, transit navigation, and staying connected across Colombia.
Great for messaging, transit navigation, and staying connected across Colombia.
Great for messaging, transit navigation, and staying connected across Colombia.
High-speed 5G mobile data for Colombia. Ideal for maps, video calls, social media & hotspot.
High-speed 5G mobile data for Colombia. Ideal for maps, video calls, social media & hotspot.
Travelling with someone? Add a second traveller and the whole order is 5% off — it grows to 15% at six.
Order summary
Colombia 10 GB · 30 days
$3.60/GB
$35.99
Total
$3.60 / GB
$35.99
Full refund before installation. Refund any plan you haven’t installed, up to 30 days from purchase.
ContinueBy paying, you agree to immediate delivery and lose the 14-day right of withdrawal.
Refund any plan you haven’t installed, up to 30 days from purchase.
$35.99
Colombia 10 GB · 30 days
Setup
Set the eSIM up before you fly to Colombia
Set up your eSIM before you travel. Install it once from the link in your email, switch it on when you arrive, and you’re online.
On iPhone (iOS)
- After purchase, open the confirmation email and tap the install link — the eSIM adds itself (iOS 17.4+). Older iPhone: Settings → Cellular → Add eSIM → scan the QR from the same email.
- Label the plan (e.g. “vigxo travel”) and set your home line to keep calls/SMS.
- Turn on Data Roaming for the vigxo line — this uses the local partner network, not your home carrier.
On Android
- Tap the Android install link in your email (recent Android) — or Settings → Network & internet → SIMs → Add eSIM and scan the QR.
- Download the profile and set vigxo as your Mobile data line.
- When you land, turn on data roaming for the vigxo line so that line can use the local network.
Good to know
- Works on eSIM-capable phones (iPhone XR/XS+, Pixel 3+, Samsung Galaxy S20+). Older or carrier-locked phones may not support eSIM.
- Install before you fly on Wi‑Fi — you only need to enable it when you land, no signal required to set up.
- Data-only plans: keep your home SIM active for calls and texts. Use WhatsApp/FaceTime over data.
- Prices are final at checkout. Full refund before you install the eSIM.
What you can actually buy for Colombia
5 plans for Colombia, from 3 to 20 GB. Validity runs from 1 day to 30 days. 5 of them run on 5G where the local network has it.
5 plans can be topped up without installing a second eSIM. Plans run on Claro.
Counted from our live catalogue, not a marketing figure. The list above shows the best-priced plan for each size and validity; the count here includes every plan.
Regional plans that also cover Colombia
21 regional plans include Colombia. The widest covers 127 countries — worth it if Colombia is one stop of several, rather than the whole trip.
Regional coverage starts at $26.99 for 3 GB over 30 days.
How eSIMs work in Colombia
A travel eSIM for Colombia is a digital SIM your phone downloads — no plastic card, no airport pickup counter. You buy online, tap the install link we email you (a QR code is included too), and it installs a second line alongside your existing SIM. Install it on Wi-Fi before you fly. When you land in Colombia, turn on data roaming for that line so it can use Claro on 5G where available and LTE everywhere else. Your home number keeps working for calls and texts; the eSIM carries the data.
How much data do you need in Colombia?
Maps, messaging and rideshare apps are light — roughly 300–500 MB a day. Add photos, social and the occasional video and you’re closer to 1 GB a day. For a one-week trip a 5 GB plan is comfortable; for two weeks, sharing, or heavy use, choose 10 GB or more, or a reloadable plan you can top up on the go. Colombia plans start at $13.99 across 5 sizes, with the per-GB price shown on every one so the right choice is obvious.
What do you pay for data in Colombia?
A travel eSIM for Colombia is a local data plan. You pay the price shown at checkout. Set the eSIM as your data line and turn data roaming off on your home SIM, so your home carrier does not add this trip's data to your bill. Full refund before you install.
Setting up your Colombia eSIM
- 1. Buy a plan — your install link and QR code arrive by email right after payment.
- 2. While you’re still on Wi-Fi before you fly, tap the install link in your confirmation email — or open Settings → Cellular/Mobile Data → Add eSIM and scan the QR.
- 3. Land in Colombia, turn on data roaming for the eSIM line, and you’re online.
Colombia connectivity guide
Colombia's connectivity trap is slow-acting: buy a local SIM, skip the IMEI registration that goes with it, and travellers report the network blacklisting the phone itself twenty to thirty days later. None of that touches a travel eSIM, which roams as a foreign profile and never enters the Colombian registry — the strongest single argument for using a travel eSIM in Colombia. This guide covers the networks, the IMEI rules, where coverage thins beyond the cities, and what a Colombian trip actually consumes.
Read the full Colombia guide →What to eat in Colombia
Bandeja Paisa
A hearty, high-calorie platter featuring beans, rice, chicharrón (pork belly), chorizo, plantain, a fried egg, and avocado.
Medellín and the wider Antioquia region.
Arepas
Versatile cornmeal cakes that can be grilled, fried, or baked, often filled or topped with cheese, meat, or eggs.
Street food stalls and casual eateries nationwide.
Ajiaco
A comforting chicken and potato soup flavored with a local herb called guasca, served with capers, cream, and avocado.
Bogotá and the central Andean region.
Empanadas Colombianas
Crispy, deep-fried corn dough pastries typically filled with a mix of meat and potatoes, served with fresh ají salsa.
Street corners and small bakeries everywhere.
Sancocho
A hearty traditional stew made with chicken, fish, or beef, slow-cooked with plantain, yuca, corn, and potato.
Coastal regions or traditional Sunday family restaurants.
Buñuelos
Perfectly round, deep-fried dough balls made with salty cheese, offering a slightly sweet and savory bite.
Bakeries nationwide, especially popular around Christmas.
Lechona
A whole roasted pig stuffed with a savory mixture of rice, peas, and pork, renowned for its crispy skin.
The Tolima region or major food markets in Bogotá.
Pandebono
Deliciously chewy, cheesy bread made from cassava flour and cornmeal, best eaten warm.
Bakeries in Cali, Bogotá, and the Valle del Cauca.
Obleas
Thin, large round wafers sandwiched together with fillings like arequipe (caramel), fruit jam, or grated cheese.
Street carts in Bogotá and major plazas.
Changua
A polarizing but traditional milk and egg soup flavored with cilantro and served with stale bread.
Bogotá, typically eaten for breakfast.
What to see in Colombia
MonserrateBogotá
A mountain dominating the city skyline offering panoramic views, accessible by cable car or funicular.
2-3 hours
Gold Museum (Museo del Oro)Bogotá
Displays the largest and most impressive collection of pre-Hispanic gold artifacts in the world.
2-3 hours
Walled City of CartagenaCartagena
A remarkably preserved colonial center bursting with colorful buildings, bougainvillea, and historic charm.
4-6 hours
Castillo de San Felipe de BarajasCartagena
An imposing Spanish fortress offering great views and a network of historic underground tunnels to explore.
2 hours · book ahead
Comuna 13Medellín
A neighborhood famous for its transformation from danger to a vibrant hub of street art and outdoor escalators.
3 hours · book ahead
El Peñol & GuatapéGuatapé
A giant monolithic rock you can climb for stunning views, paired with a brightly painted lakeside town.
Full day · book ahead
Tayrona National ParkSanta Marta
Stunning, rugged beaches backed by lush jungle and mountains, perfect for hiking and swimming.
Full day to multi-day · book ahead
Cocora Valley (Valle de Cocora)Salento
Home to the world's tallest wax palm trees set against a stunning, misty green Andean valley.
4-5 hours
Salt Cathedral of ZipaquiráZipaquirá
An awe-inspiring underground Roman Catholic church built entirely within the tunnels of a salt mine.
Half day · book ahead
Las Lajas SanctuaryIpiales
A spectacular neo-Gothic basilica built dramatically on a bridge spanning a deep river gorge.
2-3 hours
Getting around Colombia
Domestic Flights
Frequent flights connect major cities like Bogotá, Medellín, and Cartagena via airlines such as Avianca, LATAM, and Wingo.
$30-$100
Intercity Buses
Comfortable buses run between almost all cities; companies like Bolivariano and Expreso Brasilia offer varying levels of comfort including reclining seats.
$10-$40
Metro (Medellín)
An efficient, impeccably clean overground train system integrated with cable cars that stretch into the hillsides.
$0.75 per ride
TransMilenio (Bogotá)
A massive Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) network with dedicated lanes that bypasses regular road traffic.
$0.70 per ride
Taxis
Yellow taxis are ubiquitous. In major cities, it is highly recommended to order them via an app rather than hailing on the street for safety.
$2-$10
Ride-hailing
Uber, Cabify, DiDi, InDrive
Uber operates in a legal grey area but is widely used; drivers may ask you to sit in the front seat so it looks like you are friends. InDrive is popular for negotiating fares.
Practical things worth knowing in Colombia
Paying for things
- Widely available in supermarkets, chain restaurants, and modern stores in cities.
- Generally accepted wherever contactless cards are accepted.
- Cash still useful for: Street food, Small vendors, Rural areas, Tipping, Buses
- Local wallets: Nequi, DaviPlata
Basics
- Emergency number: 123
- Plugs: A, B · 110-120V
- Tap water: varies
- A 10% voluntary tip (propina voluntaria) is customarily added to restaurant bills. You will be asked if you want to include it; saying yes is standard practice.
Public holidays in Colombia
| New Year's Day | January 1 | Most businesses are closed; public transport runs on a reduced holiday schedule. |
| Labor Day | May 1 | Widespread closures and a high potential for marches or demonstrations in major cities. |
| Independence Day | July 20 | National holiday with parades, military displays, and celebrations across the country. |
| Battle of Boyacá Day | August 7 | National holiday; many businesses and banks are closed. |
| Immaculate Conception Day | December 8 | Marks the start of the Christmas season. Festivities begin the night before (Day of the Little Candles). |
| Christmas Day | December 25 | Almost everything is closed as it is a major family-oriented day. |
Recurring dates — the day these fall on moves year to year.