Brazil eSIM

5 data plans · from $11.99 · one-tap install by email

Claro + TIM · 5GNo ID or registrationCheck my phone works →

A lit crescent bay beneath a dark peak, with tiered waterfalls glowing beyond the ridge

Choose your plan

Travelling as a group? Buy everyone an eSIM in one checkout and the discount is applied automatically — no code needed. See group pricing

10 GB

30 days

Recommended for most trips5G

Streaming, sharing, heavy use

$26.99

$2.70/GB

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20 GB

30 days

5G

Streaming, sharing, heavy use

$41.99

$2.10/GB

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50 GB

30 days

5G

Streaming, sharing, heavy use

$98.99

$1.98/GB

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Networks in Brazil

Connects automatically to the strongest signal across Claro, TIM.

5G / LTEClaroTIM

What’s included

One-tap install link by email — QR included
Keep your number — data-only, your SIM stays active for calls
Hotspot & tethering supported
Buy again anytime — plans stack
No ID, SIM swap or registration

Network & technical

5G NSA

Networks: Claro · TIM
Speed: 5G · LTE
APN: Set automatically on install
Identity check (eKYC): None — no registration
Your number: Keep it — data-only

Works on iPhone XS+, Pixel 3+, recent Galaxy.Check my phone →

Brazil eSIM — questions, answered

When does my Brazil eSIM start counting?

Your validity window starts when the eSIM first connects to a network in Brazil, not when you buy it — so you can install it before you fly and it only begins on arrival.

Will my phone work in Brazil?

You need an eSIM-capable, carrier-unlocked phone (iPhone XR+, Pixel 3+, recent Samsung Galaxy). Check the compatibility page before you buy — and if it turns out your phone can’t use it, you get a full refund since nothing was installed.

Can I keep my number and WhatsApp in Brazil?

Yes. Your vigxo plan is data-only, so your primary SIM stays active for calls, texts and your usual number. WhatsApp, iMessage and all your apps keep working over the eSIM data.

What if I run out of data in Brazil?

If your plan supports it, you can top up an active eSIM in seconds from your dashboard — no reinstall needed. Otherwise just buy another plan; it stacks onto your eSIM.

How do refunds work?

Full refund any time before installation, up to 120 days from purchase. Once an eSIM is installed the data is released to you, so it can’t be refunded after that.

Setup

Land in Brazil already connected

Set up your eSIM before you travel — it takes about a minute. Scan once, 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.

What you can actually buy for Brazil

9 plans for Brazil, from 3 to 50 GB. Validity runs from 1 day to 30 days. 9 of them run on 5G where the local network has it.

6 plans can be topped up without installing a second eSIM. Plans run on Claro, TIM.

Counted from our live catalogue, not a marketing figure — the plan list above this section is the same data.

Regional plans that also cover Brazil

No regional bundle covers Brazil — a single-country plan is the only option here, which is usually the cheaper one anyway.

How eSIMs work in Brazil

A travel eSIM for Brazil 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. It stays dormant until you arrive in Brazil, then connects automatically to Claro, TIM on 5G where available and LTE everywhere else. Your home number keeps working for calls and texts; the eSIM simply carries your data.

How much data do you need in Brazil?

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. Brazil plans start at $11.99 across 5 sizes, with the per-GB price shown on every one so the right choice is obvious.

Will you pay roaming charges in Brazil?

No. A travel eSIM for Brazil is a local data plan, not international roaming — you pay the price you see up front, with no per-megabyte bill from your home carrier. Set the eSIM as your data line and switch data roaming off on your home SIM, and there are no surprises when you get home. Full refund any time before you install, so there’s no risk in buying ahead.

Setting up your Brazil eSIM

1. Buy a plan — your install link and QR code arrive by email within seconds.

What to eat in Brazil

Feijoada

Hearty black bean and pork stew, traditionally served with rice, farofa, and orange slices.

Everywhere, typically on Wednesdays and Saturdays

Pão de Queijo

Baked cheese bread rolls made from cassava flour, naturally gluten-free.

Minas Gerais and bakeries nationwide

Churrasco

Traditional Brazilian barbecue featuring endless cuts of meat served tableside.

Churrascarias in Rio Grande do Sul and major cities

Enable Roaming for the vigxo line so it connects to the local network on arrival.

Good to know

Works on eSIM-capable phones (iPhone XS+, Pixel 3+, recent Samsung Galaxy S/Note/Z). 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 any time before you install the eSIM.

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 Brazil, turn on data roaming for the eSIM line, and you’re online in about a minute.

Brazil connectivity guide

Brazil has good mobile coverage across its populated coast and interior cities, and one administrative obstacle that makes buying a local SIM genuinely difficult for visitors: most prepaid registrations require a CPF, the Brazilian taxpayer number, which a tourist does not have. That single fact is why travel eSIMs matter more here than in most of South America. This guide covers the CPF problem, which networks you get, where the Amazon and the interior lose signal, and what a Brazilian trip consumes.

Read the full Brazil guide →

Moqueca

Fragrant seafood stew cooked in coconut milk, palm oil (dendê), and tomatoes.

Bahia and Espírito Santo

Açaí na Tigela

Thick, frozen açaí berry puree topped with granola, banana, and guaraná syrup.

Amazon region and juice bars everywhere

Coxinha

Teardrop-shaped, deep-fried croquettes filled with shredded chicken and catupiry cheese.

Lanchonetes (snack bars) across the country

Brigadeiro

Rich chocolate fudge balls rolled in chocolate sprinkles.

Bakeries and cafes everywhere

Acarajé

Deep-fried black-eyed pea dough stuffed with vatapá (shrimp paste) and salad.

Street stalls in Salvador, Bahia

Pastel

Thin-crust, deep-fried pastry envelopes stuffed with meat, cheese, or palm hearts.

Street markets in São Paulo

Tapioca

Cassava starch pancakes folded in half with sweet or savory fillings.

Northeast Brazil and street food carts

What to see in Brazil

Christ the RedeemerRio de Janeiro

Iconic Art Deco statue offering breathtaking panoramic views of the city.

2-3 hours · book ahead

Sugarloaf MountainRio de Janeiro

Cable car ride to a granite peak with sweeping vistas of the bay and beaches.

3-4 hours · book ahead

Iguazu FallsFoz do Iguaçu

One of the most awe-inspiring waterfall systems on the planet.

1-2 days

Amazon Theatre (Teatro Amazonas)Manaus

Opulent Belle Époque opera house situated in the heart of the Amazon rainforest.

1-2 hours · book ahead

PelourinhoSalvador

Historic colonial center rich in Afro-Brazilian culture, music, and colorful architecture.

Half day

Ibirapuera ParkSão Paulo

Massive urban park featuring striking Oscar Niemeyer architecture and top museums.

Half day

Lençóis Maranhenses National ParkBarreirinhas

Surreal landscape of rolling white sand dunes interspersed with crystal-clear blue lagoons.

1-2 days · book ahead

Copacabana BeachRio de Janeiro

World-famous vibrant city beach perfect for people-watching and caipirinhas.

Half day

InhotimBrumadinho

Spectacular open-air contemporary art museum set within a massive botanical garden.

1-2 days · book ahead

PantanalCuiabá

The world's largest tropical wetland and the best place in the Americas for wildlife spotting.

3-4 days · book ahead

Getting around Brazil

Domestic Flights

Operated by Latam, Gol, and Azul between major cities and regional hubs.

$50-150

Intercity Buses

Comfortable coach networks with varying classes, up to lie-flat beds (leito).

$20-60

Metro

Subway systems available in major cities like Rio and São Paulo.

$1

Ride-Hailing

App-based rides requested from your smartphone.

$3-10

Ride-hailing

Uber, 99

Highly recommended over regular taxis for safety and price transparency. 99 is a popular local alternative to Uber.

Practical things worth knowing in Brazil

Paying for things

Extremely common everywhere; tap-to-pay is the norm.
Widely supported at virtually all payment terminals.
Cash still useful for: small street vendors, beach kiosks, tips, remote areas
Local wallets: Pix

Basics

Emergency number: 190
Plugs: N, C · 127V / 220V
Tap water: no
A 10% service charge is almost always included in the bill; additional tipping is not expected but appreciated.

Public holidays in Brazil

New Year's Day	January 1	Major closures, transport runs on Sunday schedules.
Tiradentes Day	April 21	Minor closures.
Labor Day	May 1	Widespread closures of businesses and attractions.
Independence Day	September 7	Parades and minor closures.
Our Lady of Aparecida	October 12	National holiday, minor closures.
All Souls' Day	November 2	Minor closures.
Republic Day	November 15	Minor closures.
Christmas Day	December 25	Major closures.

Recurring dates — the day these fall on moves year to year.