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eSIM for
Colombia
Tigo
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Use balance only when you travel.
One eSIM for all trips, 200+ Countries.
Pay As You Go data, wherever you travel
💵 You add
$25
to your balance.
✈️ In
Colombia
you use
3GB
at
$
4.44
/GB
.
🌍
United States
3 months later -
3GB at $
1.68
/GB.
🔥 Your same balance covers both trips -
one eSIM, no expiry, no wasted data, no new package.
Just $
4.44
per GB. No surprises, No bundles, No expiry.
Light Usage
~200 MB/day
$
0.00
/day
Maps, messaging, browsing
Moderate
~500 MB/day
$
0.00
/day
Heavy
~2 GB/day
$
0.00
/day
Streaming, uploads, video calls
Bogotá: Strong 4G LTE coverage is available across the capital, including key tourist and business districts like La Candelaria and Chapinero. The TransMilenio bus system maintains a reliable connection at stations and along most routes. Indoor signal can be weaker inside some older, dense buildings or basement-level venues.
Medellín: Expect excellent connectivity throughout Medellín's metropolitan area, from El Poblado to the city center. The Medellín Metro, being primarily above-ground, provides consistent, uninterrupted signal during travel. The Metrocable cable car system also offers good coverage, with only minor fluctuations as you travel between hillside stations.
Cartagena: Coverage is very good in modern areas like Bocagrande and along the main city beaches. Within the historic Walled City, you'll have a strong signal in the streets and plazas, but the thick colonial stone walls can occasionally weaken the connection inside some hotels and restaurants.
Cali: Enjoy reliable 4G connectivity across most of the city, especially in popular neighborhoods like San Antonio and Granada. The MIO bus network is well-covered, though service may become less consistent as you move towards the rural areas or foothills outside the main city.
Santa Marta: The city center and popular beach areas like El Rodadero have dependable network coverage. However, travelers should be aware that signal becomes extremely limited or non-existent once you enter the nearby Tayrona National Park or begin treks into the Sierra Nevada mountains.
Major Highway Corridors: Key routes like Ruta Nacional 45 (Bogotá to the Caribbean Coast) and Ruta Nacional 25 (connecting Cali, Medellín, and Pereira) offer reliable 4G signal in and around cities. However, expect intermittent service drops and switches to 3G in the vast rural and mountainous sections between major population centers.
Andean Mountain Crossings: Driving across any of Colombia's three Andean Cordilleras will result in significant periods of signal loss. High-altitude passes, such as the roads connecting the Coffee Axis to Bogotá or the route between Medellín and the coast, are known for having unstable or completely non-existent connectivity for long stretches.
Major Road Tunnels: Modern infrastructure like the Túnel de la Línea, one of the longest in Latin America, is equipped with cellular repeaters providing continuous service. Be aware that many older and shorter tunnels on mountain roads across the country lack this technology, causing a complete loss of signal until you exit.
Remote & Lowland Regions: Vast areas of Colombia have minimal to zero coverage outside of main towns. This includes the Amazon Basin (departments of Amazonas, Putumayo), the eastern plains of Los Llanos (Casanare, Meta), and the dense jungles of the Pacific coast region (Chocó). Do not expect a reliable signal when traveling overland in these areas.
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I loved the per-country pricing model. I only paid for the countries I visited, and it was way cheaper than other eSIM providers. No hidden fees — just clear and simple.
“
The auto top-up feature is a lifesaver. I never have to check my balance — internet just works. And when I’m not traveling, I don’t pay. It’s fair and super convenient.
Angel Siphron
Rated
4.7
eSIM data for Colombia through Bcengi TravelPass is priced at $4.44/GB on the Tigo network. You only pay for the data consumed, with no daily fees or bundles, and your credit balance remains valid indefinitely.
No, this is not required. The eSIM operates concurrently with your existing physical SIM. You can keep your primary number active for calls and text messages while utilizing the eSIM exclusively for data connectivity within Colombia.
Yes, eSIM is supported on iPhone XS models and newer, Samsung Galaxy S20 and newer devices, Google Pixel 3 and newer, plus many other current smartphone models. Your mobile device must be unlocked by your carrier. Please refer to the compatibility page to verify your specific model.
Tigo delivers robust 4G service in major urban centers such as Bogotá, Medellín, Cartagena, Cali, and Barranquilla, as well as along principal highways. In smaller towns and remote rural zones, coverage diminishes to 3G. Certain remote areas, including Tayrona's jungle trails, Cocora Valley hiking routes, and the Lost City trek, lack any mobile coverage from any provider.
A typical week in Colombia usually consumes between 2-4 GB of data, accounting for a mix of urban navigation days and more subdued rural or nature-focused days. City days involving apps like WhatsApp, Uber, maps, and social media typically use 300-500 MB. Days spent in the Coffee Region or at the beach generally consume significantly less. With a Pay-As-You-Go model, you are only charged for your exact usage.
In high-altitude cities such as Bogotá (2,640m) and Manizales (2,160m), connectivity is dependable. The challenge lies in rural mountainous territories where deep valleys, mountain passes, and roads connecting cities can experience intermittent signal. The Andes naturally impede signal transmission, so anticipate brief service interruptions during drives between cities. It is advisable to download offline maps before embarking on mountain road trips.
Yes, outdoor coverage within the Ciudad Amurallada is generally good. However, the thick, ancient colonial-era stone walls of some eateries, hotels, and other structures can attenuate indoor signal strength. You might experience slower data speeds inside historical buildings compared to open-air plazas and streets.
Towns like Salento, Filandia, Pereira, and Armenia do have network coverage. Nevertheless, many coffee fincas, remote eco-lodges, and hiking paths (especially in the Cocora Valley) offer limited or no signal. The Coffee Region is best navigated by downloading offline maps and expecting intermittent connectivity once outside central town areas.
Altitude itself does not degrade eSIM performance; the technology operates identically at sea level in Cartagena and at 2,640 meters in Bogotá. What truly affects connectivity is the terrain: the Andes create valleys, ridges, and passes that obstruct cellular signals. It is the surrounding mountainous landscape, rather than the specific elevation, that dictates signal quality.
Yes. Bcengi TravelPass is functional across multiple countries. Your existing balance transfers with you, eliminating the need for a new SIM card when entering Ecuador, Panama, or any other supported country. Pricing varies by location, so please consult the pricing page for rates applicable to your subsequent destination.
$
4.44
/GB
Instant delivery
No expiry
24/7 support
Secure checkout
Pay As You Go
from
$
4.44
/GB
$10
POPULAR
$25
$50
$100
Select your starting balance
Get your eSIM
→
Secure Payments |
Powered by
Rated
4.7
💵 You add
$25
to your balance.
✈️ In
Colombia
you use
3GB
at
$
4.44
/GB
.
🌍
United States
3 months later -
3GB at $
1.68
/GB.
🔥 Your same balance covers both trips — one eSIM, no expiry, no wasted data, no new package.
How it works
Install once, keep it on your phone
Use balance only when you travel
Pay as you go, for actual use.
No fixed plans, no expiration
One eSIM for all trips, 200+ Countries.
Learn more
Just $
4.44
per GB.
No surprises, No bundles, No expiry.
Light Usage •
200 MB/day
$
0.00
/day
Maps, messaging, browsing
Moderate •
500 MB/day
$
0.00
/day
Heavy •
2 GB/day
$
0.00
/day
Streaming, uploads, video calls
Bogotá: Strong 4G LTE coverage is available across the capital, including key tourist and business districts like La Candelaria and Chapinero. The TransMilenio bus system maintains a reliable connection at stations and along most routes. Indoor signal can be weaker inside some older, dense buildings or basement-level venues.
Medellín: Expect excellent connectivity throughout Medellín's metropolitan area, from El Poblado to the city center. The Medellín Metro, being primarily above-ground, provides consistent, uninterrupted signal during travel. The Metrocable cable car system also offers good coverage, with only minor fluctuations as you travel between hillside stations.
Cartagena: Coverage is very good in modern areas like Bocagrande and along the main city beaches. Within the historic Walled City, you'll have a strong signal in the streets and plazas, but the thick colonial stone walls can occasionally weaken the connection inside some hotels and restaurants.
Cali: Enjoy reliable 4G connectivity across most of the city, especially in popular neighborhoods like San Antonio and Granada. The MIO bus network is well-covered, though service may become less consistent as you move towards the rural areas or foothills outside the main city.
Santa Marta: The city center and popular beach areas like El Rodadero have dependable network coverage. However, travelers should be aware that signal becomes extremely limited or non-existent once you enter the nearby Tayrona National Park or begin treks into the Sierra Nevada mountains.
Major Highway Corridors: Key routes like Ruta Nacional 45 (Bogotá to the Caribbean Coast) and Ruta Nacional 25 (connecting Cali, Medellín, and Pereira) offer reliable 4G signal in and around cities. However, expect intermittent service drops and switches to 3G in the vast rural and mountainous sections between major population centers.
Andean Mountain Crossings: Driving across any of Colombia's three Andean Cordilleras will result in significant periods of signal loss. High-altitude passes, such as the roads connecting the Coffee Axis to Bogotá or the route between Medellín and the coast, are known for having unstable or completely non-existent connectivity for long stretches.
Major Road Tunnels: Modern infrastructure like the Túnel de la Línea, one of the longest in Latin America, is equipped with cellular repeaters providing continuous service. Be aware that many older and shorter tunnels on mountain roads across the country lack this technology, causing a complete loss of signal until you exit.
Remote & Lowland Regions: Vast areas of Colombia have minimal to zero coverage outside of main towns. This includes the Amazon Basin (departments of Amazonas, Putumayo), the eastern plains of Los Llanos (Casanare, Meta), and the dense jungles of the Pacific coast region (Chocó). Do not expect a reliable signal when traveling overland in these areas.
Learn more about
Colombia
How it works
1. Buy eSIM
Sign up and get your Global eSIM in just a few clicks.
2. Activate eSIM
Scan the QR code and get connected instantly — no physical SIM needed.
3. Pay as you go
Only pay for what you use. No contracts, no hidden fees.
Get your eSIM
Rated
4.7
“
I loved the per-country pricing model. I only paid for the countries I visited, and it was way cheaper than other eSIM providers. No hidden fees — just clear and simple.
Kaylynn Mango
eSIM data for Colombia through Bcengi TravelPass is priced at $4.44/GB on the Tigo network. You only pay for the data consumed, with no daily fees or bundles, and your credit balance remains valid indefinitely.
No, this is not required. The eSIM operates concurrently with your existing physical SIM. You can keep your primary number active for calls and text messages while utilizing the eSIM exclusively for data connectivity within Colombia.
Yes, eSIM is supported on iPhone XS models and newer, Samsung Galaxy S20 and newer devices, Google Pixel 3 and newer, plus many other current smartphone models. Your mobile device must be unlocked by your carrier. Please refer to the compatibility page to verify your specific model.
Tigo delivers robust 4G service in major urban centers such as Bogotá, Medellín, Cartagena, Cali, and Barranquilla, as well as along principal highways. In smaller towns and remote rural zones, coverage diminishes to 3G. Certain remote areas, including Tayrona's jungle trails, Cocora Valley hiking routes, and the Lost City trek, lack any mobile coverage from any provider.
A typical week in Colombia usually consumes between 2-4 GB of data, accounting for a mix of urban navigation days and more subdued rural or nature-focused days. City days involving apps like WhatsApp, Uber, maps, and social media typically use 300-500 MB. Days spent in the Coffee Region or at the beach generally consume significantly less. With a Pay-As-You-Go model, you are only charged for your exact usage.
In high-altitude cities such as Bogotá (2,640m) and Manizales (2,160m), connectivity is dependable. The challenge lies in rural mountainous territories where deep valleys, mountain passes, and roads connecting cities can experience intermittent signal. The Andes naturally impede signal transmission, so anticipate brief service interruptions during drives between cities. It is advisable to download offline maps before embarking on mountain road trips.
Yes, outdoor coverage within the Ciudad Amurallada is generally good. However, the thick, ancient colonial-era stone walls of some eateries, hotels, and other structures can attenuate indoor signal strength. You might experience slower data speeds inside historical buildings compared to open-air plazas and streets.
Towns like Salento, Filandia, Pereira, and Armenia do have network coverage. Nevertheless, many coffee fincas, remote eco-lodges, and hiking paths (especially in the Cocora Valley) offer limited or no signal. The Coffee Region is best navigated by downloading offline maps and expecting intermittent connectivity once outside central town areas.
Altitude itself does not degrade eSIM performance; the technology operates identically at sea level in Cartagena and at 2,640 meters in Bogotá. What truly affects connectivity is the terrain: the Andes create valleys, ridges, and passes that obstruct cellular signals. It is the surrounding mountainous landscape, rather than the specific elevation, that dictates signal quality.
Yes. Bcengi TravelPass is functional across multiple countries. Your existing balance transfers with you, eliminating the need for a new SIM card when entering Ecuador, Panama, or any other supported country. Pricing varies by location, so please consult the pricing page for rates applicable to your subsequent destination.
$
4.44
/GB
Instant delivery
No expiry
24/7 support
Secure checkout
Bcengi TravelPass keeps you connected worldwide with one reusable eSIM - no expirations, no wasted data.
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Bcengi TravelPass keeps you connected worldwide with one reusable eSIM - no expirations, no wasted data.
Settings
English
USD
