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How to get a Peru SIM Card: Best options for tourists in 2025

How can you connect to the internet without hefty phone bills? We'll explain how a SIM card for Peru can offer you data at an affordable price.

Buying a local SIM card is one of the most popular ways for tourists to stay connected in Peru. It offers a simple way to get data, calls, and texts while avoiding excessive roaming charges.

But which SIM should you choose? Let’s take a closer look at the top Peru SIM card options and where you can buy them. On top of that, we’ll cover Holafly — an international eSIM service with unlimited data in Peru.

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Why buy a SIM card for Peru?

The main reason for buying a local SIM card in Peru is simple — it’s usually cheaper than roaming in Peru with your regular phone plan. It’s also fairly simple. You pop the physical SIM card into your phone, turn the phone on, and you have instant access to local networks in Peru.

The downside is that you won’t be able to use your regular SIM card if you don’t have a dual SIM phone.

How much does a prepaid SIM card cost in Peru?

The physical SIM card itself typically costs 5 Soles (~US$1.40), while prepaid plans can cost anywhere from $1.40 to $75, depending on the duration of your plan, data allowance, and the SIM card provider you choose.

Where can I buy a Peru SIM card?

There’s no shortage of options for buying a tourist SIM card in Peru. Let’s take a look at some of the most popular ones:

Online: You can order your SIM card online from local providers, such as PeruSIM, or international SIM card retailers like OneSimCard. The card can be delivered to your home, an airport in Peru, or your hotel.
At the airport: You’ll find SIM card shops by top local mobile operators at the airport. Jorge Chávez International Airport, the main international airport in the country, has Claro and PeruSIM shops. You may also find Movistar shops in other international airpots.
In Peru: Didn’t buy your SIM at the airport? You’ll find plenty of Claro and Movistar shops throughout the country. On top of that, prepaid SIM cards are often sold in most supermarkets and convenience stores.
Buy an eSIM instead: Why bother with physical cards if you can get a digital SIM instead? International eSIM providers, such as Holafly, offer eSIM plans for Peru, allowing you to buy and activate your eSIM within minutes. All you need is an eSIM-compatible phone and an internet connection for the purchase process.

Now that you know where to buy your SIM, let’s take a look at some of the top options available in Peru.

What are the requirements for buying a SIM card in Peru?

You will need to provide your passport or ID when buying a SIM card in Peru. Some providers may also ask for proof of address, though as a tourist, you can simply use the address of your hotel.

Holafly’s eSIM for Peru: Unlimited data with no hassle

Holafly offers peace of mind with its eSIM for Peru. All eSIM plans include unlimited mobile data, hotspot sharing, and 24/7 customer support. This ensures that you’ll never lose connection and won’t have to spend your holiday time tracking your data usage.

You can choose any plan duration in the range of 1 to 90 days, allowing you to match your eSIM to your vacation and avoid paying for any days you don’t need. The prices range from $2.44 to $7.90 per day, with the price getting better as plan duration increases.

Need reliable internet connection for a while longer? Holafly offers a pay-monthly eSIM subscription with Holafly Plans. Choose from 10 GB, 20 GB, or unlimited data options with prices ranging from $39.90 to $64.90 per month.

Holafly Plans includes coverage in 170+ destinations worldwide, which means you’ll be able to stay connected pretty much anywhere you go. When you no longer need the eSIM, simply cancel your subscription. No long-term commitments or cancellation fees needed.

Best SIM cards for Peru

If you do decide to go for a physical SIM card over an eSIM, some of the best prepaid plans come from the biggest local carriers. Let’s take a look at what they’ve got to offer.

Claro

Claro is one of the biggest cell service providers in all of South America, including Peru. So it’s no surprise that it offers some of the top SIM card options for tourists as well. You can get your SIM at any Claro store, including ones in the Jorge Chávez International Airport, and then top it up with data packs in physical stores or online.

The SIM card itself costs 5 Soles (~$1.40), while the plans themselves typically cost anywhere from 20 to 40 Soles (~$5.60 to ~$11.20). Data packages range from from 4 GB to 13.5 GB of cellular data, with all plans having a validity period of 30 days.

All plans include unlimited local texts, while all but the cheapest plan also include unlimited call. The cheapest plan offers 500 minutes of local calls, which should aso be enough for most users.

Movistar

Movistar is part of the Telefónica group and is the largest cell service provider in Peru. It’s known for having reliable coverage throughout the country, making it a solid option for all visitors.

Much like with Claro, you can only get the physical SIM in Movistar stores, but you can top it up with prepaid cellular plans online. The selection of prepaid plans is also a bit more extensive, with options ranging in validity from 3 to 20 days.

Data allowance	Validity	Price
650 MB	5 days	5 Soles (~$1.40)
2 GB	7 days	7 Soles (~$2.00)
2.5 GB	10 days	10 Soles (~$2.80)
4 GB	15 days	15 Soles (~$4.20)
6 GB	20 days	20 Soles (~$5.60)

Each data plan includes extra data if you top-up through the Movistar app. You also get unlimited calls and texts with each plan, as well as extra data for social media apps, such as Facebook, Instagram, or WhatsApp.

PeruSIM

Claro and Movistar mainly target keeping Peruvians connected and only offer tourists SIMs as a small part of their service. PeruSIM, on the other hand, focuses mostly on tourists visiting Peru.

It doesn’t have it’s own network. Instead, it operates as MVNO (Mobile Virtual Network Operator) and uses the Claro network to provide coverage. While they do share a network, the plans and pricing PeruSIM offers are completely different.

Data allowance	Validity	Price
5 GB	7 days	$22
15 GB	30 days	$30
30 GB	30 days	$40
Unlimited (25 GB in LTE)	10 days	$37
Unlimited (50 GB in LTE)	20 days	$53
Unlimited (100 GB in LTE)	30 days	$75

On top of data, all fixed-data plans also include unlimited calls and texts within Peru. You can get your SIM card at the Jorge Chávez International Airport or one of many PeruSIM shops throughout the country. Alternatively, all plans are also available as eSIMs.

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