Surf with 4G/5G in North America. Delivered instantly by email after purchase.
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eSIM for North America: activation in 3 steps
Activating your eSIM for North America takes just a few minutes and requires no SIM card swap at all. Right after purchase you receive an email with your personal eSIM details in the form of a QR code and an activation code or link, plus instructions. It's best to install the eSIM comfortably from home; you only activate mobile data after your arrival in North America.
How to activate the eSIM on iPhone (iOS)
- Open Settings → Cellular → Add eSIM.
- Select Use QR Code and scan the code from our email. Alternatively you can enter the activation details manually.
- Give the line a meaningful name, e.g. "BuddySIM North America", and finish the setup.
- in North America, activate BuddySIM under Cellular → Data Roaming and select it as the line for mobile data.
How to activate the eSIM on Android (Samsung, Pixel & Co.)
- Open Settings → Connections → SIM manager (on Google Pixel: Network & internet → SIMs).
- Tap Add eSIM and scan the QR code from our email.
- Confirm the download of the eSIM profile and wait until setup is complete.
- After your arrival in North America, enable data roaming and select BuddySIM for mobile data.
The exact menu labels may differ slightly depending on your smartphone model and operating system version. You'll find a detailed step-by-step guide by device in our eSIM activation guide.
No second device to scan?
Only have your smartphone and can't scan? No problem! We also send you a one-click installation link and activation details for manual activation of your eSIM.
Why a BuddySIM eSIM for North America?
Here's how BuddySIM for North America compares to other eSIM providers and the local SIM card on site: transparent, fast and with no hidden costs.
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Other eSIM providers | Local SIM card | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Buy online instantly | Available instantly | Usually possible | Only on site |
| Activation only on arrival | Activation in your destination – avoids using data before arrival | Depends on provider | Manual setup |
| Fixed GB plans | Full cost control | Depends on provider | Often confusing |
| Day Pass | Often unlimited with throttling | Depends on provider | |
| Share hotspot | Often limited | Depends on plan | |
| Multi-network coverage* | Multiple networks | Not always transparent | Usually one provider |
| No Net, No Pay guarantee | |||
| Personal support | Personal | Often bot only | On site/hotline |
| Roaming costs | 0,00 €Prepaid, no hidden costs | Mostly prepaid | Depends on plan |
| Flexible top-ups | Flexible anytime | Depends on provider | Often complicated |
| Stress factor | Very low | Medium | High |
*Multi-network coverage: where needed, several local networks are available so you get the best possible coverage. Your device automatically connects to the strongest available signal.
eSIM prices for North America
Compare all eSIM plans for North America at a glance, including duration, total price and price per GB. This way you transparently find the right data plan for your trip in North America, with no hidden costs and no contract.
| Plan | Validity | Price | Per GB |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 GB | 7 days | €8,99 | €8,99/GB |
| 3 GB | 30 days | €14,99 | €4,99/GB |
| 5 GB | 30 days | €29,99 | €5,99/GB |
| 10 GB POPULAR | 30 days | €49,99 | €4,99/GB |
| 20 GB | 30 days | €79,99 | €3,99/GB |
| 50 GB | 30 days | €99,99 | €1,99/GB |
About the eSIM for North America
eSIM North America: 7–30 Days Prepaid Internet for Travel
Our eSIM North America Data Plans
Choose your fixed data plan for North America by GB and duration.
With the BuddySIM eSIM for North America you're online instantly in North America: fast mobile internet right after arrival, with no physical SIM card and no expensive roaming fees. You buy your eSIM conveniently online, receive the QR code instantly by email and activate it in just a few steps on your smartphone.
Mobile data in North America: no roaming
Instead of hunting for a local SIM card at the airport or paying your home provider's roaming fees, with BuddySIM you simply keep using your familiar smartphone. Your existing number stays active on the physical SIM for calls and SMS, while the eSIM handles only your mobile data in North America. So you stay connected at all times for maps, translations, bookings and social media.
Network coverage & speed in North America
The eSIM North America connects automatically to Multi and offers you speeds of 4G/LTE & 5G, where available. You surf reliably in the cities and at the most important destinations in North America, ideal for streaming, navigation and video calls. Via the personal hotspot you can also share your connection with a laptop or tablet.
Who is the eSIM for North America worth it for?
Whether holiday, backpacking, workation or business trip: the BuddySIM eSIM for North America is the hassle-free solution for anyone who wants to stay online in North America. Simply pick the right data plan for your trip length and get going right away, with no contract and no hidden costs.
Activate eSIM North America: in just a few minutes
After purchase you receive your personal QR code directly by email. Install the eSIM comfortably from home, activate the mobile data in North America after arrival, and off you go. You'll find a detailed step-by-step guide further up on this page.
Technical specifications: eSIM for North America
This is how much data you need in North America
All figures are estimates. Your actual usage depends on your smartphone, your app settings and your personal usage.
The story behind BuddySIM
BuddySIM was born during my parental leave, out of real frustration. Expensive roaming fees, stressful queues at the airport with small children and a complicated hunt for SIM cards on site? It doesn't have to be like that.
A holiday is the best time of the year and should be worry-free! That's why I founded BuddySIM, so you can focus on what matters most on holiday: relaxing and spending time with your loved ones.
Rafael Gomez
Founder of BuddySIM
Money-back guarantee for North America
100% money-back guarantee
Your satisfaction is our priority. You'll of course get your money back if:
- the eSIM has not yet been activated/used (0.00 MB)
- your device is not eSIM compatible
- your trip was cancelled
Refund within 14 days of purchase. If you had other issues and our support couldn't help you, feel free to write to us anytime as well.
No Net, No Pay guarantee
In the event of a proven, continuous network outage of more than 90 minutes in North America, we refund you 100% of the purchase price of the affected eSIM.
Learn more →Frequently asked questions about the eSIM for North America
Any questions about your eSIM for North America?
Our support team is available around the clock for you, before, during and after your trip. Just write to us, we'll help you quickly and easily.