The DriftAmericas eSIM plans for Brazil shown on this page use TIM Brasil, Claro Brasil, Vivo (Telefônica Brasil) and offer 4G/5G depending on the plan. Check each plan for its exact network, data allowance, validity and price before choosing. Available plans are fully refundable within 30 days as long as the eSIM has not been used on a network at the destination.
Vivo offers the widest network with the best national reach and broad 5G.
Plan share by operator
Share of the eSIM plans we sell for Brazil, by underlying operator.
- TIM Brasil48%
- Claro Brasil32%
- Vivo (Telefônica Brasil)20%
Network at a glance
TIM Brasil is the network most travellers lean on in Brazil. 5G is live on at least one operator we carry, so newer phones can reach top speeds in covered areas. On our Mobile Speed Index it scores 93, placing it among the stronger networks in the region. Median data price has eased from $3.13 per GB in June 2026 to $2.44 in September 2026.
The operators behind our plans
Each network we carry in Brazil, with who runs it and what generation it reaches.
Common questions
Which operator is best in Brazil?
TIM Brasil offers the widest reach for most travellers. Vivo offers the widest network with the best national reach and broad 5G. Our eSIM plans run on the strongest available network, so you do not have to choose a SIM at the counter.
Does Brazil have 5G?
Yes. At least one operator we carry runs 5G, available mainly in larger cities and along major corridors. Older devices fall back to 4G automatically.
How much is a local SIM in Brazil?
A tourist SIM bought on arrival typically runs $10-25. An eSIM skips the queue and the passport scan, and activates by QR code before you land.
How many operators power Brazil eSIM plans?
We carry plans across 3 operators in Brazil. The donut above shows how our catalogue splits between them.
How we read this
Plan share counts how many of the eSIM plans we sell for Brazil run on each operator. It reflects catalogue depth, not subscriber market share. The top operator is the network we would hand a traveller who can pick only one.