eSIM Guide for the USA: Everything You Need to Know
Using eSIM in the United States
The US is vast, and that vastness creates connectivity challenges that most European travelers do not expect. Major cities have excellent coverage. But the spaces between them, the parts that make American road trips legendary, can be surprisingly patchy.
Where coverage is strong
New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, San Francisco, Miami, and every other major metro area: flawless. Interstate highways are well covered. Popular national parks have signal at visitor centres and developed areas, though trails go dark quickly.
The roaming cost problem
International roaming in the US is among the most expensive in the world. European carriers charge premium rates for US data. A Vsimer eSIM avoids this entirely. You connect to T-Mobile, AT&T, or other major networks at a fraction of the roaming cost.
Practical considerations
Americans use iMessage heavily, so having data means your blue-bubble conversations keep working. Uber and Lyft need data for pickup. Google Maps is essential. And if you are driving, having real-time traffic data through Waze can save hours on longer routes.
Find the right plan at US eSIM plans.