Can I use a USA eSIM in Alaska or Hawaii?

Check the specific plan’s coverage notes at checkout. Not every pack lists every territory the same way.

Will Uber and Maps work on day one?

Yes if the eSIM is active and attached. Install before landing so you are not dependent on airport Wi‑Fi alone.

Do I need to call my home carrier?

Not for a travel eSIM. Do unlock your phone if it is carrier-locked, and turn off home data roaming.

Can I hotspot my laptop?

Only if the plan allows tethering — read the plan card. Hotspot can consume GB quickly.

USA eSIM Guide: Data Plans for Visiting the United States

Get a US travel eSIM before you land — plan sizes, install steps, and Dual SIM tips for iPhone and Android.

A USA travel eSIM gives you mobile data across the United States without swapping a physical SIM at the airport. Buy a US plan online, install the QR on iPhone or Android before you fly, then enable the travel line for Cellular Data after landing while keeping your home SIM for SMS. Coverage uses partner networks and is typically strongest in metro areas.

Who needs a USA eSIM

International visitors who want maps, rideshare, and chat from day one
Domestic travelers avoiding another carrier’s roaming add-on when using a foreign primary SIM
Anyone who prefers prepaid data over open-ended roaming — eSIM vs roaming

Confirm your phone first: compatibility check.

Plan sizing for US trips

Trip style	Planning range
Long weekend city break	Often 1–3 GB
One week, multi-app navigation	Often 5–10 GB
Two weeks / road trip + hotspot	Often 10 GB+

Refine with How much eSIM data do I need?. Live US packs: USA plans.

Buy, install, land

Purchase a United States plan on the PingRoam website (web checkout only).
Install with iPhone or Android steps.
On arrival, set Cellular Data / Mobile data to the US eSIM.
Keep Dual SIM roles clear — travel tips.

Coverage and practical tips

Major cities and highways usually perform well; remote parks and deserts can be sparse on any network.
Download offline maps for national parks before you leave Wi‑Fi.
Indoor venues and subway tunnels may drop signal briefly.
5G availability depends on device bands and partner network — treat LTE as the reliable baseline.

eSIM vs airport SIM kiosks

Airport kiosks sell physical SIMs with local numbers. eSIM skips the queue and keeps your home SIM seated. If you need a US phone number for SMS-heavy local services, verify whether a data-only plan meets your needs or if you require a number-inclusive product.