Chile eSIM

Both. The Chile eSIM has 4G coverage in most of the country. For cell service, it covers most cities, tourist areas and main roads where there is 5G infrastructure (mainly in Santiago and a few other large urban centres).

Begin with the basics: turn Aeroplane Mode off and on, wait to reconnect, then look in your Cellular portion of Settings to ensure the Chile eSIM profile is showing as your active data line. If this does not help, the problem is usually APN-related: refer to your setup email for the correct APN information and enter it in your mobile data configuration. If you’re still stuck, reach out to our support team.

Sometimes. Rescanning the original QR code works on some devices, but a number of carriers restrict QR codes to a single scan, so it is not guaranteed. If you have accidentally removed the profile and need it restored, contact our support team before attempting anything yourself.

For data, yes — the esim for Chile is built to handle everything you would normally use mobile data for. Calls and texts are a separate matter; our plans are data-only, so those would go through your home SIM or through an app like WhatsApp.

That is pretty much the whole point. Arrivals at Santiago's international airport can be slow at busy periods, and SIM kiosks are not always easy to find when you are carrying luggage and trying to get your bearings. With the Chile e sim already installed before departure, you skip that entirely.

Yes — you can install the eSIM profile at any point before or after arrival, as long as you have an internet connection to complete the setup. If you land without having installed it yet, airport Wi-Fi will do the job. That said, getting it set up before you leave is the easier option.

Installing the profile early is fine — it does not start consuming your data allowance until the plan activates, which happens when your phone first connects to a Chilean network. So you can scan the QR code days before your trip without any concern.

Yes. iPhones from the XS model (2018) onwards support eSIM. One thing to be aware of: iPhones purchased in the United States before late 2022 used physical dual-SIM trays rather than eSIM for the second slot on some models, so if you have a US-bought older iPhone, it is worth checking your specific variant before purchasing. The supported devices page has the full list.

Yes — the Chile eSIM runs as a completely separate profile alongside your physical SIM. Nothing needs to be removed or swapped. Your home SIM stays in its slot, handling whatever it normally handles, and the eSIM sits alongside it, managing data.

The biggest driver is cost — charges for roaming on home carriers in Chile can be quite high, especially if you’re on a longer trip or using data intensely. A fixed rate best eSIM for Chile lets you know exactly how much you are spending before you go, so you don’t have to worry about per-MB surprises that show up on your bill later.