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Antigua and Barbuda eSIM
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1 GB 7 days
English Harbour, Antigua · Thank You (23 Millions+) views / CC BY 2.0
- 4G/LTE data
- One prepaid price
- Check compatibility first
- Hotspot included
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Data for 7 days
Data for 15 days
Data for 30 days
Tech specs
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Territory coverage | This plan covers Antigua and Barbuda only. Coverage depends on the listed network being reachable where you are; other Caribbean islands are not included, so check any connecting stop separately. |
| Local networks | Flow Antigua and Barbuda |
| Network technology | Connects to 4G/LTE where available. 5G is not confirmed on this plan. |
| Data & validity | Each plan is a fixed total prepaid allowance for the validity shown, and data does not renew daily. The shortest option is 7 days, so there's no 1 day plan; even one day of use needs a full 7-day allowance. A 30-day plan is not necessarily one month, and none of these is a monthly subscription. |
| Calls & SMS | Data only. You don't get a local phone number, and standard calls or SMS aren't included; apps like WhatsApp or YouTube use your allowance instead. |
| Hotspot | The listed networks support hotspot. Any device you connect draws from the same data allowance. |
| Your phone | You need a compatible, network-unlocked phone with eSIM support. Check your exact model and regional variant before buying. |
How it works
Pick a plan, add the eSIM to your phone, then connect once you're in Antigua and Barbuda.
01Choose your plan
Choose data and validity that cover your trip. Save the setup instructions for offline access.
02Install before you fly
Install over Wi-Fi using your plan's instructions. Check when the plan's validity starts.
03Connect on arrival
On arrival, turn on the eSIM and select it for mobile data. Keep data roaming off on your regular SIM.
Compare ways to get online in Antigua and Barbuda
Use prepaid data on the phone you already carry. This is how PikoeSIM compares with a rental router, home-carrier roaming and a physical SIM.
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| What matters | PikoeSIMTravel eSIM | Pocket Wi-FiRental router | RoamingYour home carrier | Local SIMPhysical SIM card |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Getting connected | Download the eSIM to your phone, then follow the activation steps that come with your plan. | Book delivery or collect a rental router from the provider. | Turn on roaming and confirm your destination is covered by your home plan. | Buy a SIM card and insert it into a compatible SIM slot on your phone. |
| Extra equipment | None. You use the eSIM-compatible phone you already have. | A separate device to carry, charge and keep within range. | None. You keep using your existing phone and SIM. | A physical SIM card. You might need to remove your usual SIM to fit it. |
| Data & cost | From €4.46 for 1 GB / 7 days. You pick a fixed allowance when you order. | Rental fees and data terms vary by provider. Check delivery, loss and damage fees before booking. | Your carrier's rates apply. Some home plans already include roaming at your destination. | Prepaid prices, data allowances and validity periods differ between local operators. |
| Sharing your data | The listed networks support hotspot. Any device you connect draws from the same data allowance. | Connect phones and other devices to the router. They all need to stay inside its Wi-Fi range. | Tethering depends on your carrier and your roaming plan. | Check that the local plan allows tethering before you rely on it. |
| Calls & SMS | Data only. Make calls and send messages through internet apps. | Internet only. Regular calls and SMS still use your phone's mobile plan. | Calls and SMS are billed under your carrier's roaming terms. | A local number, calls and SMS depend on the specific plan you buy. |
| After your trip | There's nothing to send back when your trip ends. | Return the router and accessories on time. Late or missing returns can trigger extra fees. | No hardware to return afterwards. | You don't need to return any rental device. |
Frequently asked questions.
Answers to common setup and buying questions.
What plan should I pick?
If your trip is mostly messaging and maps, the 1 GB plan at €4.46 is the cheapest listed option. For streaming or sharing, the 3 GB plans at €13.02 span 7, 15 or 30 days, and 20 GB for 30 days at €85.74 leaves room for heavier use; 5 GB and 10 GB sit in between. The listed data plans PikoeSIM offers differ mainly in allowance and validity, not other features. Our recommendations are simple: match validity to your stay. The lowest price is only the best price if you won't need a top up, best value depends on daily usage, and we can't promise best coverage because reception follows the listed network and your location. What's affordable also depends on your total trip cost.
What networks and mobile technology does it cover?
Listed networks: Flow Antigua and Barbuda. Connects to 4G/LTE where available. 5G is not confirmed on this plan. Speeds and signal vary with your phone, location and network conditions.
Will this plan work on nearby islands or at my connecting airport?
No. This plan covers Antigua and Barbuda only, subject to the listed network being reachable where you are. Nearby islands and any connecting airport are separate territories, so check a different plan for each stop outside the included country.
Is my phone compatible with this eSIM?
Your phone must support eSIM and be network unlocked. An eSIM, sometimes called a virtual sim card, is stored on the phone itself. On iPhone (iOS), confirm 'No SIM Restrictions' appears under Settings, General, About; on Android, check your model supports eSIM under Settings, Network & internet, SIMs. The compatible phones list and your exact regional variant matter more than the brand, so verify before you buy.
When do I need to install and activate the eSIM?
Install over reliable Wi-Fi and save the instructions before you leave; don't count on instant installation at the airport. Follow the supplied activation steps, whether they use a QR code or the operator's app, and note that installing the profile and starting its validity are not necessarily the same event. Select the travel line for data once you reach the included destination.
Can I still get messages and bank codes on my regular number?
Your WhatsApp and other messaging accounts can run over this data connection, but ordinary calls and SMS aren't included, and you don't get a local phone number. SMS bank codes still arrive on your regular SIM, so check your bank and home carrier for any charges before you leave that line enabled.
Is it possible to share the data connection with a laptop?
The listed networks support hotspot. Any device you connect draws from the same data allowance. Your phone's data hotspot and tethering both draw from the same fixed allowance, so a laptop can empty it fast. Pause cloud backups and system updates before you connect one.
Does it stay connected during a ferry or sailing trip?
Don't rely on continuous reception at sea. Distance from shore, terrain and network conditions all affect service, and shore-based coverage doesn't guarantee a signal on the water. Download tickets and route details before you board, and use the vessel's navigation and safety equipment rather than your phone.
What should I do if I run out of data or the plan expires?
Buy another available plan if you need more. A new purchase doesn't automatically extend your existing allowance or carry unused data forward. For any eligible top up or profile reuse, follow the options and installation instructions supplied with that purchase.
What can I try when there's no internet connection?
Confirm you're in the included territory, the travel line is on and selected for data, and the plan still has data and validity left. Check the plan's APN and roaming settings, then try airplane mode or a restart. If it still fails, contact support with your location, device model and order reference, and keep the profile installed.
How can I prevent roaming charges on my home SIM?
Turn off automatic data switching and keep data roaming off on your regular SIM, then apply any required roaming setting only to the travel eSIM. Calls and texts on your home line can still carry separate carrier charges, so check those before you travel.
Where do I find the support and refund terms?
Read the purchase terms for support and refund conditions before you buy, and keep your order reference and installation details. Eligibility can depend on activation and use, so don't delete the profile while a connection issue is being looked at. Searching online for 'no contract' isn't the same as a guarantee; check the actual terms yourself.
Using your eSIM around Antigua and Barbuda
A prepaid eSIM for Antigua and Barbuda
The eSIM card installs digitally on a compatible, network-unlocked iPhone or Android, so there's no physical SIM to swap at the airport. Use the data for navigation, booking confirmations and messaging while you sort transfers and the Barbuda crossing.
For a short stay, the 1 GB plan valid for 7 days at €4.46 is the lowest-priced option and covers light messaging and map checks when downloads stay on Wi-Fi. The 3 GB plan is available for 7, 15 or 30 days at €13.02, handy if you want headroom for Barbuda too. There is no plan valid for 1 day or 14 days, so a trip of 2 weeks means picking the 15-day plan. 5 GB and 10 GB plans come in 7- or 30-day lengths, and the 20 GB plan for 30 days at €85.74 leaves space for hotspot sharing. Pricing is flat per plan, so compare the total EUR cost rather than a daily rate.
Check the network before you rely on it.
Listed networks: Flow Antigua and Barbuda. Connects to 4G/LTE where available. 5G is not confirmed on this plan. Speeds and signal vary with your phone, location and network conditions. Expect 4G/LTE where the listed network reaches you; 5G availability is not confirmed for this plan. Save ferry tickets and meeting points offline before a boat trip, since shore-based coverage doesn't extend reliably to open water.
Already saved.English Harbour, Antigua · Thank You (23 Millions+) views / CC BY 2.0
Antigua: keep the airport transfer and harbour pins separate.
Most tourists arrive at V.C. Bird International Airport (ANU). Book your transfer with the full accommodation name and address, not just the area. Taxis serve the airport and English Harbour with fixed posted fares, but confirm your pickup point and price before you travel.
Nelson's Dockyard is a practical base for an English Harbour visit. Save the site pin and your agreed return spot before you walk the waterfront, and name a specific entrance or landmark rather than 'the harbour' if a driver is collecting you later.
Save before you goAccommodation address, driver contact and your English Harbour meeting point.
Barbuda: book the ferry and the onward ride together.
The Barbuda Express ferry leaves from the dock in St. John's. Check the operator's current sailing details and your booking before heading down, and don't plan the day around an old timetable screenshot.
Agree pickup and return times on Barbuda before you board. Save the accommodation or excursion details with your ticket, and keep them readable offline because mobile data can drop on the water or at remote beaches.
Save before you goFerry tickets, departure dock and your Barbuda pickup and return plan.
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