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Mexico eSIM
7 data plans · from £10.70 · instant QR code by email
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Travelling as a group? Buy everyone an eSIM in one checkout and the discount is applied automatically — no code needed. See group pricing
7 data plans · from £10.70 · instant QR code by email
Travelling as a group? Buy everyone an eSIM in one checkout and the discount is applied automatically — no code needed. See group pricing
Connects automatically to the strongest signal across Telcel, AT&T.
Setup
It takes about a minute. Tap the install link we email you, leave the line switched off, then switch it on when you land — and you're online.
On iPhone (iOS)
On Android
Mexico: 8 plans, from 3 to 50 GB. Validity runs from 1 day to 30 days. 8 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 Telcel, AT&T.
Counted from our live catalogue, not a marketing figure — the plan list above this section is the same data.
No regional bundle includes Mexico cover — a single-country plan is the only option here, and it is usually the cheaper one anyway.
A Mexico travel eSIM is a digital SIM that downloads straight to your phone — no plastic card, no queuing at an airport counter. You buy online, tap the install link we email you (the QR code is in there too), and your phone adds a second line alongside your normal SIM. It stays dormant until your trip begins, then connects automatically to Telcel, AT&T on 5G where available, LTE everywhere else. Your normal number carries on working for calls and texts while the eSIM handles the data.
Maps, messaging and taxi apps use very little data — roughly 300–500 MB a day. If you add photos, social media and the occasional video, expect to use closer to 1 GB a day. For a one-week trip, a 5 GB plan is usually plenty; for two weeks, tethering, or heavy use, opt for 10 GB or more, or choose a top-up plan you can reload as you go. Mexico plans start at £10.70 across 7 sizes, with the per-GB price clearly shown so you can easily spot the best value.
Yes. A Mexico travel eSIM is a local data plan rather than international roaming — you pay the price you saw online, and there are no per-megabyte charges from your home network provider. Set the eSIM as your mobile data line, switch data roaming off on your normal SIM, and nothing unexpected turns up on your next bill. Full refund at any time before installation, so buying ahead costs you nothing.
Tacos al Pastor
Marinated pork roasted on a vertical spit, served on small corn tortillas with pineapple, onion, and cilantro.
Taquerías everywhere, especially Mexico City
Mole Poblano
A complex, rich sauce made with dozens of ingredients including chilies and chocolate, served over chicken.
Puebla and Oaxaca
Chiles en Nogada
Poblano peppers stuffed with picadillo, topped with walnut cream sauce and pomegranate seeds.
Puebla (typically in late summer/early fall)
Mexico connectivity guide
Mexico's connectivity problem is not coverage — it is buying. Prepaid registration is reported to be tied to the CURP, a national ID code visitors do not have, and airport kiosk prices at Cancun are reported at several times what the same SIM costs in town. A travel eSIM installed before you fly avoids both. This guide covers the networks, the CURP issue, where coverage thins, and how much data a Mexico trip needs.
Read the full Mexico guide →Ceviche
Fresh raw fish or shrimp cured in citrus juices, spiced with chili peppers and mixed with onions and cilantro.
Coastal regions and Baja California
Pozole
A hearty, traditional soup made from hominy kernels with pork or chicken, garnished with radish, lettuce, and lime.
Pozolerías nationwide
Tamales
Masa (corn dough) filled with meats or cheeses, wrapped in corn husks or banana leaves and steamed.
Street vendors everywhere, often for breakfast
Cochinita Pibil
Slow-roasted pork marinated in citrus juice and annatto seed, traditionally cooked in an earth oven.
Yucatán Peninsula
Churros
Fried dough pastries dusted with sugar and cinnamon, often dipped in thick hot chocolate.
Churrerías and street carts
Enchiladas
Corn tortillas rolled around a filling and covered with a savory chili pepper sauce.
Restaurants and fondas nationwide
Elote
Grilled sweet corn on the cob slathered with mayonnaise, cotija cheese, chili powder, and lime.
Street food stalls everywhere
Chichen ItzaYucatán
Massive, iconic Maya archaeological site featuring the Temple of Kukulcan.
Half day · book ahead
TeotihuacanMexico City (near)
Ancient Mesoamerican city known for its gigantic Pyramids of the Sun and Moon.
Half day
Museo Nacional de AntropologiaMexico City
World-class museum housing the largest collection of ancient Mexican art and artifacts.
3-4 hours
Tulum RuinsTulum
Picturesque Maya ruins perched dramatically on a cliff overlooking the Caribbean Sea.
2-3 hours · book ahead
Cenote Dos OjosTulum
Spectacular natural underground sinkhole perfect for swimming, snorkeling, and diving.
Half day
Frida Kahlo MuseumMexico City
The famous 'Casa Azul' where the iconic artist lived and worked.
2 hours · book ahead
PalenqueChiapas
Stunning Maya ruins engulfed by dense, monkey-filled jungle.
Half day
Xcaret ParkPlaya del Carmen
Massive eco-archaeological theme park celebrating Mexican culture and nature.
Full day · book ahead
Historic CenterOaxaca
Beautiful colonial architecture, incredible markets, and deep indigenous culture.
1-2 days
Copper CanyonChihuahua
A vast canyon system larger and deeper than the Grand Canyon, explored via the Chepe train.
2-3 days · book ahead
Intercity Buses
Premium bus networks (like ADO or Primera Plus) with comfortable seats and air conditioning.
$15-50
Domestic Flights
Low-cost carriers like Volaris and VivaAerobus connect major cities.
$40-120
Metro
Mexico City's vast subway system.
$0.25
Ride-Hailing
App-based rides via Uber or DiDi.
$2-8
Colectivos
Shared minivans running fixed routes.
$1-3
Ride-hailing
Uber, DiDi
Highly recommended for tourists over hailing street taxis due to safety and price transparency.
Paying for things
Basics
| New Year's Day | January 1 | Major closures. |
| Constitution Day | First Monday in February | Long weekend, heavy domestic travel. |
| Benito Juárez's Birthday | Third Monday in March | Long weekend, banks closed. |
| Labor Day | May 1 | Widespread closures of businesses and banks. |
| Independence Day | September 16 | Massive celebrations, parades, and closures. |
| Revolution Day | Third Monday in November | Parades and closures. |
| Christmas Day | December 25 | Major closures. |
Recurring dates — the day these fall on moves year to year.