🇺🇸 Complete Guide to eSIM in the United States (USA)
- Ana Clara
- 4 days ago
- 4 min read
Traveling to the United States is a unique experience — whether for tourism, shopping, work, exchange programs, or even a road trip through California. But there's one part of the trip that nobody wants to complicate: the internet .
And that's exactly where eSIM makes all the difference.
In this complete guide you will discover:
How does eSIM work in the United States?
What are the best plans for each type of trip?
Available carriers (AT&T, T-Mobile and Verizon)
Difference between local, regional, and unlimited plans.
How to activate eSIM
Important tips for saving money and avoiding roadblocks.
Let's get straight to the point — but with everything explained clearly.
🌎 An eSIM is a digital chip that you activate with a QR code, without needing to replace your physical SIM card. This means:
✔️ You install it before the trip.
✔️ Arrives in the US already connected
✔️ Keep your WhatsApp
✔️ Use with your Brazilian number
✔️ Avoid queues, stores and attendants
The United States has one of the best 4G and 5G coverage rates in the world — and with Wavee you connect directly to the largest American carriers .
AT&T Mobility
T-Mobile USA
Verizon Wireless
This ensures extremely robust coverage across virtually the entire country.
📶 Real-world coverage in the United States (AT&T, T-Mobile, and Verizon)
Compatible carriers in the US
Operator | Network | Technology | Observations |
AT&T Mobility | 310410 | 4G/5G | Excellent national coverage. |
T-Mobile USA | 310260, 310270 | 4G/5G | Best average speed |
Verizon Wireless | 311480 | 4G/5G | Strong in suburban areas |
Practical translation:
✔️ Large cities → all networks work very well
✔️ Roads and interiors → AT&T and Verizon generally dominate.
✔️ Speed-focused trip → T-Mobile usually delivers the best download speeds.
📍 Which eSIM for the United States should I choose?
It depends on the type of trip you're taking.
Here are the local , regional , and unlimited options, with real recommendations.
🇺🇸 1. Local Plans United States (USA)
Perfect for those who will only be staying in the USA .
Available franchises:
Data | Validity |
1GB | 7 days |
2GB | 15 days |
3GB | 30 days |
5GB | 30 days |
10GB | 30 days |
20GB | 30 days |
50GB | 30 days |
100GB | 30 days |
Practical recommendation:
Short trip (up to 5 days) → 2GB or 3GB
Typical trip (7–10 days) → 5GB or 10GB
For those who use GPS + Instagram + TikTok a lot → 20GB
Short-term exchange or remote work → 50GB or 100GB
🌎 2. Regional Plans North America (USA + Canada + Mexico) If you will also be visiting:
New York + Toronto
California + Vancouver
Miami + Cancun
Las Vegas + Mexico City
So this plan saves a lot of money .
Includes all of North America:
✔️ United States
✔️ Canada
✔️ Mexico
The franchises and durations follow the standard for local and unlimited options.
Real advantage: You can cross borders and stay connected without changing eSIMs or buying another plan.
🔥 3. Unlimited USA Plans (Lite, Essential, and Plus)
For those who really need internet all day long , without worrying about data usage.
How unlimited plans work:
Flat | High daily speed | After consumption |
Lite | 1GB/day | 512 kbps |
Essential | 1GB/day | 1.25 Mbps |
Plus | 2GB/day | 2 Mbps |
High speed is reset every 24 hours after the plan becomes active. Available durations:
1, 3, 5, 7, 10, 15 and 30 days
Which one to choose?
Lite → great for WhatsApp, Maps, Uber, and lightweight social media.
Essential → smoother navigation, Instagram, and short videos
Plus → long trips, remote work, and moderate hotspot usage.
👉 These plans exist for both the USA and North America .
🧳 Which plan to choose? (Quick and straightforward guide)
✔️ Staying only in the USA
→ Choose a location : 5GB, 10GB, or unlimited.
✔️ Also going to Canada or Mexico
→ Get a North American Regional .
✔️ You'll be working with/using a lot of video.
→ Choose a large plan (20GB, 30GB, 50GB+) or an unlimited Plus plan.
If usage is moderate: Unlimited Essential.
🗺️ Essential tips for using your eSIM in the USA
✔️ Activate data roaming (it's necessary, there's no extra charge)
✔️ Keep the Brazilian SIM card activated for SMS/WhatsApp only.
✔️ Download Google Maps offline (optional, but useful)
✔️ Disable automatic app updates if you want to save data.
💬 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
📌 Does eSIM work at Disney, Universal, and other theme parks?
Yes — excellent coverage in Orlando and Los Angeles.
📌 Does it work in Las Vegas, Chicago, and Boston?
Absolutely — all major cities have full coverage.
📌 Can I use a hotspot?
Yes! All plans allow tethering.
📌 Can I install it before the trip?
Yes. The plan only activates when you connect in the US.
🚀 Conclusion: What is the best eSIM for traveling to the USA?
If you want simplicity, speed, and strong coverage , Wavee offers the best experience:
Local plans for those who will be staying alone in the US.
North American travel plans for those passing through Canada and Mexico.
Unlimited plans with clear speeds.
Connectivity on the country's largest operators.
👉 Access now: https://www.wavee.global/
Simply choose the plan that suits your trip and enjoy. Stay connected in the USA without stress, without a physical SIM card, and with support in Portuguese.
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