Chile stretches more than 4,000 kilometers, from the Atacama Desert to the glaciers of Patagonia. Long journeys and remote parks make planning important. The best Chile eSIM keeps you online in Santiago and along the way, wherever the network reaches.
Here is how to choose an eSIM for Chile, which egoViet plans suit city stays and adventure trips, and when a South America eSIM is the better choice.
In this guide:
- Why get an eSIM for Chile?
- How to choose a Chile eSIM
- egoViet Chile eSIM plans
- Traveling Around South America?
- Which plan is right for you?
- How to set up your Chile eSIM
- Tips for staying connected in Chile
- FAQs
Why Get an eSIM for Chile?
- Online from Santiago Airport, ready for a ride, a transfer, or your rental car.
- Book buses and tours on the go. Long-distance buses and park entries are often booked online.
- Keep your number for bank codes and messages from home.
- Avoid expensive roaming with most home carriers.
How to Choose a Chile eSIM
Trip length
Pick a plan that covers your whole stay plus a spare day for flight times. egoViet plans can't be topped up, so it is better to size up than to run short. If your high-speed data does run out, you stay online at a basic speed of around 128 kbps, enough for messaging.
How much data you use
Maps and messages use little data. Video calls and uploads from Patagonia use much more. Here is a guide to how much data you need when you travel.
Where you are going
For Chile alone, a Chile eSIM is the best value. See the section below if your trip continues to other countries.
egoViet Chile eSIM Plans
The egoViet Chile eSIM connects to the Movistar network, with 4G/5G coverage in cities and towns. Every plan supports hotspot and tethering. Here are some popular options (prices in USD, checked in October 2026; see the product page for current prices):
Fixed data plans
| Data | Validity | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3 GB | 3 days | $26.00 |
| 3 GB | 15 days | $28.00 |
| 5 GB | 7 days | $35.00 |
| 5 GB | 30 days | $37.00 |
| 10 GB | 7 days | $64.00 |
| 10 GB | 30 days | $68.00 |
Daily data plans
| Data | Validity | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 500 MB/day | 3 days | $13.00 |
| 500 MB/day | 15 days | $57.00 |
| 1 GB/day | 5 days | $30.00 |
| 1 GB/day | 15 days | $86.00 |
| 2 GB/day | 5 days | $42.00 |
| 2 GB/day | 30 days | $188.00 |
Traveling Around South America?
Many trips in South America cross several borders. The egoViet South America eSIM covers Chile along with Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, Uruguay, and more on one plan. Check the full country list on the product page.
Here is how country and regional eSIMs compare.
Which Chile eSIM Plan Is Right for You?
| Your trip | Our pick |
|---|---|
| A few days in Santiago and Valparaíso | A short plan |
| One week in the Atacama | A 7-day plan |
| Two weeks with Patagonia | A 15-day plan |
| Chile plus Argentina | South America eSIM |
| Chile plus Peru or Bolivia | South America eSIM (check the country list) |
How to Set Up Your Chile eSIM
- Check your phone is eSIM-compatible and carrier-unlocked. See our eSIM compatibility list.
- Buy your plan. The QR code arrives by email within minutes.
- Install it at home on Wi-Fi with our installation guide.
- When you land in Chile, switch the eSIM on, set it for mobile data, and turn on data roaming for that line. Keep data roaming off on your home SIM.
Tips for Staying Connected in Chile
- Expect no signal in much of Patagonia. Torres del Paine and the Carretera Austral have long stretches without coverage. Download maps and tickets in advance.
- Book Torres del Paine campsites early, as they are required and sell out.
- Use Uber or Cabify in Santiago.
- The Atacama gets cold at night, and stargazing tours often leave late, so keep your phone charged.
- Need to call? egoViet eSIMs are data-only, so use WhatsApp or FaceTime. Here is how calling works with a data-only eSIM.
FAQs: eSIMs for Chile
What is the best eSIM for Chile?
For a trip to Chile, a Chile eSIM is the best value. egoViet's Chile eSIM uses the Movistar network and offers daily and fixed plans.
Is there mobile coverage in Patagonia?
Only in towns and some lodges. Large parts of Torres del Paine and the Carretera Austral have no signal.
Does the South America eSIM include Chile?
Yes. The egoViet South America eSIM covers Chile and many neighboring countries.
Does the Chile eSIM include a phone number?
No, it is data-only. Use WhatsApp or FaceTime for calls and keep your home SIM active for SMS codes.