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Mexico – known for its ancient temples, beaches & food.

Many Americans visit Mexico yearly. And that is understandable. The two countries share a long border.

Brits and Canadians love Mexico. Followed by various South American travelers.

But is it worth visiting Mexico? For sure.

Xcaret Park is stunning. So is Dos Ojos Cenote with caves and exciting swimming locations.

The many Mayan pyramids across the country, such as Chichém Itzá and Zona Arqueológica Palenque, need to be seen too.

Or you can enjoy the thrilling nightlife in Cancún and México City and recover from your hangover on the beach during the day.

As you can see, there is no need to be bored in Mexico.

While Mexico may not be the cheapest travel destination in the Americas, it is certainly cheaper than many other countries, like the ones in the Caribbean.

That is why you should save on costs wherever possible, like international roaming rates.

International roaming can be expensive. Using a local SIM card, like a Mexican one, allows you to enjoy local rates, which are significanyly lower than roaming rates.

Fortunately, SIM cards in Mexico are inexpensive.

You can get a Mexican SIM card for as low as 29 MXN (1.65 USD) to 200 MXN (11.40 USD) in Telcel, Movistar, AT&T & OXXO stores. Resellers, like 7-Eleven and Walmart, sell SIM cards too. You can also get SIM cards at select international airports, including México City-Benito Juárez International Airport.

Those prices are not too bad, right? And they often include a starter plan.

So you are not just paying almost 10 USD for a SIM card (unlike Canada and the United States, for example).

Speaking of those countries, you may be thinking: but I can roam for free in Mexico with an American/Canadian SIM card! Why do I need a Mexican one?

Well, you probably can! Most American and Canadian mobile operator allow for free roaming in North America.

The issue, however, is that your roaming speeds are often annoyingly slow.

While mobile data speeds in Mexico are not as high as in Canada and the United States, the network quality you endure while roaming in Mexico will be significantly worse than if you used a Mexican SIM card.

So yeah, get a Mexican SIM card – you will thank yourself later.

In this guide, I will tell you everything you need to know about buying a SIM card in Mexico. Let's do this.

Buying a SIM Card in Mexico Guide (logos of Movistar, AT&T, Telcel, Unefon, weex, OXXO CEL & Oui Móvil)

Original publication: 12th of December 2019. Last updated: 15th of January 2024.


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Can You Buy a SIM Card in Mexico?

Anyone living in or visiting Mexico can buy a Mexican SIM card from the mobile operator (Telcel, Movistar & AT&T) or the Mobile Virtual Network Operators (MVNOs – Oui Móvil, OXXO CEL, Unefon & weex) in their stores or from resellers (like convenience stores) without any restrictions.

You do need a phone that supports the frequencies used in the country (preferably all of them to have the most optimal experience while in Mexico).

Furthermore, you need to have a SIM-lock-free device.

Where Can You Buy a SIM Card in Mexico?

You can get a Mexican SIM card in Telcel, Movistar, AT&T & OXXO stores. Resellers, including convenience stores, grocery stores & electronic shops, sell SIM cards too. Select international airports, including México City-Benito Juárez International Airport, also have SIM cards.

You can buy a SIM card in the following airports:

  • Bahías – Bahías de Huatulco International Airport (OXXO store just outside the airport)
  • Guadalajara – Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla Guadalajara International Airport (OXXO store just outside the airport)
  • México City – México City-Benito Juárez International Airport

You can expect to pay the following for Mexican SIM cards:

  • Telcel: 79 MXN
  • Movistar México: 50 MXN & 60 MXN
  • AT&T Unidos México: 100 MXN, 150 MXN & 200 MXN
  • Oui Móvil: free, but top-up or plan purchase required
  • OXXO CEL: 29 MXN, but a 50 MXN top-up is also required
  • Unefon: 50 MXN, 100 MXN & 150 MXN
  • weex: 50 MXN

TIP: Check out my SIM card prices lookup tool for a detailed overview of SIM card starter pack benefits (for Mexican SIM cards and SIM cards worldwide).

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Can You Use Your Phone in Mexico?

Mexico uses GSM technology for mobile communications primarily. CDMA phones will not work in Mexico. However, almost all phones use GSM anyway.

You also need to be aware of the ITU Regions to determine whether your phone will work in other parts of the world.

Although there are three ITU Regions, you only need to know these two terms: American Frequencies and European Frequencies.

Mexico uses American Frequencies, which are used in the Americas (North-, Central, and South America + the Caribbean – ITU Region 2).

Phones sold in the Americas typically have no issues when using their phone in other ITU Region 2 countries.

In Africa, Asia (including the Middle East), Europe, and Oceania (ITU Regions 1 & 3), they typically use European Frequencies, meaning phones bought in those regions can be used in countries using European Frequencies without issues.

ITU Regions Map by Phone Travel Wiz

If you purchased your phone in the Americas (ITU Region 2), you should not experience any issues with using your phone in Mexico.

If you bought your phone in Africa, Asia, Europe, or Oceania (ITU Regions 1 & 3) and have a low/medium-end device without Tri-Band or Quad-Band support, then there is a possibility you cannot use your phone when in Mexico or can only use slower networks (3G or 2G).

If you have a medium/high-end device with Tri-Band or Quad-Band support, you can use your phone in Mexico (to some extent) – also on 4G/LTE.

Mobile Operators, Networks & Frequencies in Mexico

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Mexico has three mobile operators and four Mobile Virtual Network Operators (MVNOs) offering prepaid services easily accessible to travelers:

  • Telcel
  • Movistar México
  • AT&T Unidos México
  • Oui Móvil (Telcel MVNO)
  • OXXO CEL (FreedomPop México/Telcel MVNO)
  • Unefon (AT&T Unidos México sub-brand)
  • weex (Movistar México MVNO)

The following frequencies are used in Mexico:

  • 2G: 850 MHz & 1900 MHz
  • 3G: 850 MHz & 1900 MHz
  • 4G/LTE: 850 MHz (Band 5), 1700 MHz (Band 4 & Band 66), 1900 MHz & 2600 MHz (Band 7 & Band 38)

You can learn more about frequencies in the video below.

To check whether your phone will work in Mexico, check out this page by Kimovil or this one by Will My Phone Work (outdated, unfortunately, but extremely user-friendly – useful for phones launched in or before 2019. It does not check for 5G NR compatibility).

Again, make sure your phone is unlocked. Otherwise, you will not be able to use any SIM card except the one from your home operator (meaning you have to roam internationally or buy another unlocked phone that does support the frequencies listed above).

If you want to learn how international roaming works, this guide explains it in-depth. If you wonder why it is often so expensive to roam, this article explains the hidden reason they do not want you to know.

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A Note about Various MVNOs in Mexico

Coming soon.

5G NR in Mexico

5G NR Connectivity Illustration by Phone Travel Wiz

5G NR is not available in Mexico as of 2022, and the Mexican government has not made any indications of when it will auction 5G licenses. However, it is expected to happen in (mid-/late-2022.

Best SIM Card in Mexico

If you want to buy the best SIM card in Mexico, I recommend going with Telcel. It is the fastest mobile operator in the country, and it has the best coverage. Consider Movistar & AT&T for slightly lower prices. But your network performance will be significantly worse than on Telcel.

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Best eSIM in Mexico

Unfortunately, none of the mobile operators offer eSIM to prepaid customers in Mexico yet.

However, you can also get a travel eSIM from various eSIM providers.

The list below is not exhaustive – many more providers have eSIMs for Mexico.

But these are the ones I have tried and had pleasant experiences with.

Moreover, they are reasonably priced, which I find very important (you will not see me recommending an eSIM I would not buy myself).

So here are the nine best eSIMs for Mexico:

Because this is the SIM card buying guide for Mexico, I will not spend too much time about travel eSIMs here and throughout this guide (but I will still do here and there).

If you want to learn more about the best eSIMs for Mexico, you better check out my Mexico eSIM buying guide.

It is as helpful and comprehensive as this guide but about eSIMs instead 😜.

Buying an eSIM for Mexico Guide (logos of Holafly, Nomad, Discover+, Latamlink, Americanmex, Chorro Fon, Airalo & Alosim)

SIM Card Registration in Mexico

SIM card registration, with the use of your personal information (such as your passport), is not required when buying a SIM card in Mexico (for now).

However, some stores will still ask you for your passport – especially at airports.

Moreover, the Mexican government plans on introducing a SIM card registration scheme.

The bill passed the Senate in April 2021, but it is unclear when it will be implemented.

In addition to your standard passport registration like most countries in the world, Mexico wants to join the short list of countries that require biometrics as well.

Furthermore, photographs, fingerprints, and a detailed record of where you live (in Mexico) will be registered too.

To make matters even worse, voice recording may also be required.

Currently, no other country requires a voice recording, so I wonder if that will actually be implemented.

Only Afghanistan, Bahrain, Bangladesh, Benin, China, Nigeria, Oman, Pakistan, Peru, Saudi Arabia, Tajikistan, Tanzania, Thailand, Uganda, the United Arab Emirates & Venezuela require biometric registration for SIM cards.

It is not the first time Mexico tried to implement a SIM card registration scheme.

The government tried it back in 2008. But it was rejected in 2011.

For now, bring your passport with you when you plan on purchasing a Mexican SIM card – just in case.

Mexico Mobile Speeds, Mobile Internet Prices & Insights

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Mexico Mobile Data Rates 2021

Currency in Mexico

500 Mexican Peso Bank Note
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Mexico uses the Mexico Peso with the symbol MXN (which will be used throughout this guide).

However, prices are often listed as just $, MX$, or Mex$. For example, 25 MXN = $/MX$/Mex$25.

For reference, below are some exchange rates between MXN and USD (US Dollars):

  • 1 MXN = 0.060 USD
  • 10 MXN = 0.60 USD
  • 100 MXN= 5.70 USD
  • 1000 MXN = 56.90 USD

For up-to-date MXN:USD exchange rates, search MXN to USD on Google, or replace USD with the currency you use.

If your credit/debit card charges you foreign exchange fees, get yourself a Wise Borderless Account and Debit Card.

Their fees are MUCH lower than banks and credit card companies charge you (and Wise is transparent about their fees, unlike banks).

I have saved literal THOUSANDS of Australian Dollars and Euros, my main currencies, when using Wise abroad when traveling compared to my debit and credit cards.

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Mexican Prepaid SIM Cards

Below, I will guide you through Telcel, Movistar México & AT&T Unidos México, Oui Móvil, OXXO CEL, Unefon & weex, and go through:

  • Background information
  • Mobile coverage
  • SIM card types, prices, and availability
  • Recharge/top-up information
  • Combo plans, data plans, and special packs (such as social media packs) 

With that being said, let’s see what Mexico has to offer to us.


Telcel

Telcel Mexico Logo
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Telcel is the largest mobile operator in Mexico.

It has a market share of between 60% to 70% in the country.

Telcel is the local mobile brand by Américan Móvil, which is known as Claro in Central America and South America.

Telcel and Américan Móvil are owned by Carlos Slim Helú – the richest Mexican and the 25th richest person worldwide in 2021.

He was the richest man between 2010 and 2013.

While Telcel had, and somewhat still, has a monopoly (or significant market power), it got a considerable amount of customer service and quality of service complaints.

In recent years, competition has increased, especially when AT&T from the United States entered the market and Altan Redes – an enabler of the many MVNOs in Mexico.

This resulted in Telcel dropping its prices and improving its network.

To this day, it is still the best option in Mexico. It is, however, (slightly) more expensive than the competition.

Telcel uses the following frequencies:

  • 2G: 1900 MHz
  • 3G: 850 MHz & 1900 MHz
  • 4G/LTE: 850 MHz (Band 5), 1700 MHz (Band 4 & Band 66) & 2600 MHz (Band 7)

This is what you will learn about Telcel:

* Coverage
* How to Get a Telcel SIM Card & SIM Card Price
* Topping Up Options & Methods + Balance Check
* Plans & Packages
* APN/Internet Settings

Coverage – Telcel

Telcel has the best coverage in Mexico.

4G/LTE reception is available almost everywhere.

Below is TelCel's coverage map produced by Speedtest:

However, click here to see TelCel's official coverage map.

SIM Card Price – Telcel

You can get a Telcel SIM card, called Amigo (Chip), for 79 MXN with 50 MXN credit in Telcel stores. Resellers, including grocery stores and convenience stores, sell SIM cards too. SIM cards are also available at select airports, including México City-Benito Juárez International Airport.

  • Find out how much SIM cards cost in every country, including data-only SIM cards and tourist SIM cards, offered by each mobile operator + information about starter benefits (lookup tool)
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Telcel has no eSIMs.

Therefore, if you wish to get an eSIM for Mexico (without personal detail capturing), you can get the Mexico (Chorro Fon) eSIM from Airalo (1 GB/ 7 daysmost popular with PTW readers & 3 GB/ 30 daysvery popular with PTW readers)

Airalo Mexico Chorro Fon eSIM
© Airalo

The Airalo links will automatically get you the available Phone Travel Wiz exclusive offers – a code is unnecessary.

For an in-depth analysis of the Mexico Chorro eSIMs (covering pros and cons as well), check out my Mexico eSIMs Compared guide.

Or you can get Mexico eSIMs from Nomad (from 1 GB/7 days to 20 GB/30 days).

Nomad Mexico eSIMs
© Nomad

The 5 GB Nomad Mexico eSIM for 30 days is the most popular with Phone Travel Wiz readers, while the 1 GB for 7 days and 3 GB for 30 days variants are very popular.

Use code ADU123 for the best deals available when getting Nomad eSIMs (on the site or their apps) and get 3 USD/2.70 EUR/2.40 GBP/4.05 CAD off (even on top of current promotions)!

For an in-depth analysis of the Nomad Mexico eSIMs (covering pros and cons as well), check out my Mexico eSIMs Compared guide.

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Finally, you can get Mexico eSIMs from Holafly if you prefer unlimited data plans and do not mind paying a bit more for this advantage:

  1. Mexico unlimited data eSIM for 5 daysmost popular with Phone Travel Wiz readers
  2. Mexico unlimited data eSIM for 7 days
  3. Mexico unlimited data eSIM for 10 daysvery popular with Phone Travel Wiz readers
  4. Mexico unlimited data eSIM for 15 daysvery popular with Phone Travel Wiz readers
  5. Mexico unlimited data eSIM for 20 days
  6. Mexico unlimited data eSIM for 30 days
  7. Mexico unlimited data eSIM for 60 days
  8. Mexico unlimited data eSIM for 90 days

Note: Phone Travel Wiz reader popularity ranking was updated in October based on data up to the 11th of October (2023 data only).

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For an in-depth analysis of the Holafly Mexico eSIMs (covering pros and cons as well), check out my Mexico eSIMs Compared guide.

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Airalo introduced an eSIM for North America: Latamlink eSIM. The Latamlink is following the popular Eurolink eSIM for 39 European countries and the fairly new Asialink eSIM for 13 Asian countries.

Latamlink Latin America eSIM Airalo
© Airalo

The Latamlink eSIM comes in four variants: 1 GB/7 days, 2 GB/15 daysvery popular with PTW readers, 3 GB/30 daysmost popular with PTW readers & 5 GB/30 daysvery popular with PTW readers to be used in Mexico and 18 other Latin American countries:

Note: Phone Travel Wiz reader popularity ranking was updated in October based on data up to the 11th of October (2023 data only).

Airalo Latamlink eSIM Eligible Countries Map Infographic by Phone Travel Wiz (August 2023 Version)

With the Latamlink eSIM, you can save a lot of money by skipping the initial SIM card costs per country you visit in Latin America!

Holafly also has an eSIM covering most of North America (although the eSIM is called South America eSIM).

But honestly, the Latamlink eSIM is superior (but you can consider the Holafly Central America eSIM if you want 6 GB of data instead in 13 countries – just do not forget about code PHONETRAVELWIZ if you go with Holafly).

TIP: check out my Best Mexico eSIMs Compared guide for an in-depth comparison of several eSIMs for Mexico.

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Dial *133# to access the Telcel menu.

Note that Telcel offers VoLTE (Voice over LTE (4G)) if your phone supports it and you have enabled it in the settings.

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Top-Up, Recharge & Balance Check – Telcel

Telcel top-up vouchers are sold in Telcel stores, grocery stores, corner shops & electronics shops throughout Mexico.

The following (online) top-ups, called Recarga Amigo, are available:

Top-UpSocial Data 1Credit ValiditySocial Data Validity
10 MXN500 MB 27 days5 days
20 MXN500 MB 210 days5 days
30 MXN500 MB 215 days7 days
50 MXN1 GB30 days15 days
100 MXN1 GB60 days30 days
150 MXN1 GB60 days30 days
200 MXN1 GB60 days30 days
300 MXN1 GB60 days30 days
500 MXN1 GB60 days30 days

1 for Facebook, Facebook Messenger, Twitter & WhatsApp
2 for WhatsApp only

Telcel Mexico Recarga Amigo

You also have Recarga Amigo Entretenimiento (Recharge Amigo Entertainment) with 50 MXN and 100 MXN top-ups with credit validity lasting 365 days.

Top-UpValidity
50 MXN365 days
100 MXN365 days
Telcel Mexico Recarga Amigo Entretenimiento

To top up your Telcel SIM card, dial *133#, *246, *321, or 3434, and follow the instructions.

You can also tell the salesperson how much credit you want, your phone number, pay, and they will top up your SIM card with the POS system.

You can also recharge online with (international) debit and credit cards.

Dial *133# or text Saldo to 333 to check your Telcel balance.

You can also top up and check your balance on the Mi Telcel (My Telcel) app (Android/iOS/Huawei AppGallery).

Telcel Mexico Mi Telcel App
© Telcel

Packages, Plans, Bundles & Offers – Telcel

Telcel has three data-featured prepaid plans:

All Telcel plans can be activated by dialing *133#.

I will list all the prices in MXN (Mexico Peso).

To convert MXN to your currency (let's say USD) with up-to-date exchange rates, use the Wise Currency Converter tool.

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Click on the links above to jump to the plan you are interested in.

Amigo Sin Límite Plans – Telcel

The Amigo Sin Límite (Unlimited Friend) are combo bundles with data (with 5G NR access), minutes & SMS.

Dial *133# to activate Amigo Sin Límite:

PricePlanLocal/Canada/USA DataSocial Data 1Local/Canada/USA WhatsApp DataLocal/Canada/USA MinutesLocal/Canada/Mexico SMSValidity
10 MXNAmigo Sin Límite 1050 MBN/AUnlimitedUnlimitedUnlimited1 day
20 MXNAmigo Sin Límite 20100 MB200 MB 2UnlimitedUnlimitedUnlimited2 days
30 MXNAmigo Sin Límite 30160 MB300 MB 2UnlimitedUnlimitedUnlimited3 days
50 MXNAmigo Sin Límite 50400 MB750 MBUnlimitedUnlimitedUnlimited7 days
80 MXNAmigo Sin Límite 80500 MB1 GBUnlimitedUnlimitedUnlimited13 days
100 MXNAmigo Sin Límite 1001.3 GBUnlimited UnlimitedUnlimitedUnlimited15 days
150 MXNAmigo Sin Límite 1502 GBUnlimited 3UnlimitedUnlimitedUnlimited26 days
200 MXNAmigo Sin Límite 2003 GBUnlimited UnlimitedUnlimitedUnlimited30 days
300 MXNAmigo Sin Límite 3004 GBUnlimited 3UnlimitedUnlimitedUnlimited30 days
500 MXNAmigo Sin Límite 5006 GBUnlimited 3UnlimitedUnlimitedUnlimited30 days

1 for Facebook, Facebook Messenger, Instagram, Snapchat & Twitter
2 excludes Instagram & Snapchat
3 +500 MB for Claro Música

Telcel Mexico Amigo sin Límite Plan
Internet por Tiempo (Internet for Time) – Telcel

The Internet por Tiempo (Internet for Time) are short-term unlimited data (with 5G NR access) plans.

Dial *133# to activate Internet por Tiempo:

PricePlanDataValidity
10 MXNInternet por Tiempo 10“Unlimited”, 4 GB, then unlimited @ 0.5 Mbps1 hour
15 MXNInternet por Tiempo 15Unlimited2 hours
Telcel Mexico Internet Por Tiempo Plan
Internet Amigo Plans – Telcel

The Internet Amigo are data plans (with 5G NR accesss).

Dial *133# to activate Internet Amigo:

PricePlanLocal/Canada/USA DataSocial Data 1Local/Canada/USA WhatsApp DataValidity
10 MXNInternet Amigo 1070 MBN/AUnlimited1 day
20 MXNInternet Amigo 20140 MB200 MB 2Unlimited2 days
30 MXNInternet Amigo 30220 MB300 MB 2Unlimited3 days
50 MXNInternet Amigo 50500 MB750 MBUnlimited7 days
80 MXNInternet Amigo 80700 MB1 GBUnlimited13 days
100 MXNInternet Amigo 1001.6 GBUnlimitedUnlimited15 days
150 MXNInternet Amigo 1502.5 GBUnlimitedUnlimited26 days
200 MXNInternet Amigo 2003.5 GBUnlimited 3Unlimited30 days
300 MXNInternet Amigo 3005 GBUnlimited 3Unlimited30 days
500 MXNInternet Amigo 5008 GBUnlimited 3Unlimited30 days

1 for Facebook, Facebook Messenger, Instagram, Snapchat & Twitter
2 excludes Instagram & Snapchat
3 +500 MB for Claro Música

Telcel Mexico Internet Amigo Plan

APN/Internet Settings – Telcel

  • Name: Telcel Mexico
  • APN: internet.itelcel.com
  • Username: webgprs
  • Password: webgprs2002

Note: leave anything not mentioned above untouched.

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Movistar México

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Movistar México, just Movistar, is the second-largest mobile operator in Mexico.

It used to be Telcel's only true competitor until AT&T USA bought Iusacell and Nextel México in 2015 and invested heavily in its network.

Movistar, as a brand, is active in Central America, South America & Spain.

Movistar uses the following frequencies:

  • 2G: 850 MHz & 1900 MHz
  • 3G: 850 MHz & 1900 MHz
  • 4G/LTE: 1700 MHz (Band 4) & 1900 MHz (Band 2)

This is what you will learn about Movistar:

* Coverage
* How to Get a Movistar SIM Card & SIM Card Price
* Topping Up Options & Methods + Balance Check
* Plans & Packages
* APN/Internet Settings

Coverage – Movistar México

Movistar has extensive (3G) coverage throughout Mexico.

However, its 4G/LTE coverage is lacking – big time.

Even ALTÁN Redes, a Mobile Virtual Network Aggregator (MVNA) that started building its network not even five years ago, has far better 4G/LTE reception.

Below is Movistar's coverage map produced by Speedtest:

However, click here to see Movistar's official coverage map.

SIM Card Price – Movistar México

You can get a Movistar SIM card for 50 MXN or 60 MXN in Movistar stores. Resellers, including grocery stores and convenience stores, sell SIM cards too. SIM cards are not available at México City-Benito Juárez International Airport.

Movistar Mexico SIM Card
© Movistar México
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There are three Movistar starter packs. The 60 MXN starter pack, called Movistar Libre, includes 2 GB of data, unlimited social media data (Facebook, Facebook Messenger, Instagram, Pinterest, Snapchat, TikTok, Twitter & WhatsApp), 1 GB for Netflix & YouTube, unlimited local minutes & unlimited local SMS – all 15 days

Movistar Mexico SIM Card Starter Pack

Then you have one of the 50 MXN SIM cards that give you 1.5 GB of data and unlimited Facebook, Facebook Messenger, Instagram, Snapchat, Twitter & WhatsApp data – all for 14 days.

Finally, you have another 50 MXN starter pack. If you recharge at least 50 MXN upon purchase, you will get 3 GB of data and unlimited Facebook, Facebook Messenger, Instagram, Snapchat, Twitter & WhatsApp data – all for 30 days.

Movistar Mexico SIM Card Perks

Movistar has no eSIMs.

Therefore, if you wish to get an eSIM for Mexico (without personal detail capturing), you can get the Mexico (Chorro Fon) eSIM from Airalo (1 GB/ 7 daysmost popular with PTW readers & 3 GB/ 30 daysvery popular with PTW readers)

Airalo Mexico Chorro Fon eSIM
© Airalo

The Airalo links will automatically get you the available Phone Travel Wiz exclusive offers – a code is unnecessary.

Or you can get Mexico eSIMs from Nomad (from 1 GB/7 days to 20 GB/30 days).

Nomad Mexico eSIMs
© Nomad

The 5 GB Nomad Mexico eSIM for 30 days is the most popular with Phone Travel Wiz readers, while the 1 GB for 7 days and 3 GB for 30 days variants are very popular.

Use code ADU123 for the best deals available when getting Nomad eSIMs (on the site or their apps) and get 3 USD/2.70 EUR/2.40 GBP/4.05 CAD off (even on top of current promotions)!

For an in-depth analysis of the Nomad Mexico eSIMs (covering pros and cons as well), check out my Mexico eSIMs Compared guide.

Nomad Travel eSIM Reviews by Phone Travel Wiz

Finally, you can get Mexico eSIMs from Holafly if you prefer unlimited data plans and do not mind paying a bit more for this advantage:

  1. Mexico unlimited data eSIM for 5 daysmost popular with Phone Travel Wiz readers
  2. Mexico unlimited data eSIM for 7 days
  3. Mexico unlimited data eSIM for 10 daysvery popular with Phone Travel Wiz readers
  4. Mexico unlimited data eSIM for 15 daysvery popular with Phone Travel Wiz readers
  5. Mexico unlimited data eSIM for 20 days
  6. Mexico unlimited data eSIM for 30 days
  7. Mexico unlimited data eSIM for 60 days
  8. Mexico unlimited data eSIM for 90 days

Note: Phone Travel Wiz reader popularity ranking was updated in October based on data up to the 11th of October (2023 data only).

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Airalo introduced an eSIM for North America: Latamlink eSIM. The Latamlink is following the popular Eurolink eSIM for 39 European countries and the fairly new Asialink eSIM for 13 Asian countries.

Latamlink Latin America eSIM Airalo
© Airalo

The Latamlink eSIM comes in four variants: 1 GB/7 days, 2 GB/15 daysvery popular with PTW readers, 3 GB/30 daysmost popular with PTW readers & 5 GB/30 daysvery popular with PTW readers to be used in Mexico and 18 other Latin American countries:

Note: Phone Travel Wiz reader popularity ranking was updated in October based on data up to the 11th of October (2023 data only).

Airalo Latamlink eSIM Eligible Countries Map Infographic by Phone Travel Wiz (August 2023 Version)

With the Latamlink eSIM, you can save a lot of money by skipping the initial SIM card costs per country you visit in Latin America!

Holafly also has an eSIM covering most of North America (although the eSIM is called South America eSIM).

But honestly, the Latamlink eSIM is superior (but you can consider the Holafly Central America eSIM if you want 6 GB of data instead in 13 countries – just do not forget about code PHONETRAVELWIZ if you go with Holafly).

TIP: check out my Best Mexico eSIMs Compared guide for an in-depth comparison of several eSIMs for Mexico.

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Dial *100#, #100#, or *103# to access the Movistar menu.

Note that Movistar offers VoLTE (Voice over LTE (4G)) if your phone supports it and you have enabled it in the settings.

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Top-Up, Recharge & Balance Check – Movistar México

Movistar top-up vouchers are sold in Movistar stores, grocery stores, corner shops & electronics shops throughout Mexico.

The following (online) top-ups are available:

Top-UpValidity
10 MXN7 days
20 MXN10 days
30 MXN15 days
40 MXN20 days
50 MXN – 99 MXN30 days
100 MXN – 500 MXN60 days
Movistar Mexico Top-Ups
© Movistar México

To top up your Telcel SIM card, dial *55*VoucherCode.

For example, if your voucher code is 123456, you would dial *55*123456 (without closing it with a * or #).

You can also tell the salesperson how much credit you want, your phone number, pay, and they will top up your SIM card with the POS system.

You can also recharge online (1/2) with (international) debit and credit cards.

Dial *102#, *72536, or text Saldo to 777 to check your Movistar balance.

You can also top up and check your balance on the Movistar MX app (Android/iOS/Huawei AppGallery).

Packages, Plans, Bundles & Offers – Movistar México

Movistar has four data-featured prepaid plans:

All Movistar plans can be activated by dialing #100#.

I will list all the prices in MXN (Mexico Peso).

To convert MXN to your currency (let's say USD) with up-to-date exchange rates, use the Wise Currency Converter tool.

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Click on the links above to jump to the plan you are interested in.

Paquete Básico (Basic Package) – Movistar México

The Paquete Básíco (Basic Package) is a combo plan with 15 MB of data (with 5G NR access), 200 MB WhatsApp data, 50 local minutes & 50 local SMS for 10 MXN valid for 1 day.

Activation is by dialing #100#.

PriceDataWhatsApp DataLocal MinutesLocal SMSValidity
10 MXN15 MB200 MB50 minutes50 SMS1 day
Movistar Mexico Paquete Básico
© Movistar México
Paquetes Conactado (Connected Packages) – Movistar México

The Paquetes Conactado (Connected Packages) are combo plans with data (with 5G NR access), minutes & SMS.

Paquetes Conactado can be activated by dialing #100#:

PriceDataSocial Data 1Local MinutesLocal SMSValidity
30 MXN300 MB500 MBUnlimitedUnlimited3 days
50 MXN600 MB1 GBUnlimitedUnlimited7 days
100 MXN1.5 GBUnlimitedUnlimitedUnlimited15 days

1 for Facebook, Facebook Messenger, Instagram, Snapchat, Twitter & WhatsApp

Movistar Mexico Paquetes Conectados
© Movistar México
Paquetes (Packages) – Movistar México

The Paquetes (Packages) are combo plans with data (with 5G NR access), minutes & SMS.

Paquetes can be activated by dialing #100#:

PriceDataSocial Data 1Local/Canada/USA MinutesLocal/Canada/USA SMSValidity
10 MXN100 MBUnlimited UnlimitedUnlimited1 day
20 MXN200 MBUnlimited UnlimitedUnlimited2 days
30 MXN300 MBUnlimitedUnlimitedUnlimited3 days
50 MXN500 MBUnlimitedUnlimitedUnlimited7 days
80 MXN2 GBUnlimitedUnlimitedUnlimited12 days
100 MXN2 GBUnlimitedUnlimitedUnlimited14 days
150 MXN3.5 GBUnlimitedUnlimitedUnlimited28 days
200 MXN5 GBUnlimitedUnlimitedUnlimited30 days
300 MXN8 GBUnlimitedUnlimitedUnlimited30 days
500 MXN14 GBUnlimitedUnlimitedUnlimited30 days
Movistar Mexico Paquetes Plans
© Movistar México

1 for Facebook, Facebook Messenger, Instagram, Snapchat, Twitter & WhatsApp

Módule de Navegación (Data) – Movistar México

The Módule de Navegación (Data) is a data plan (with 5G NR access) with 1.4 GB costing 20 MXN. It is valid for 1 day.

Dial *#100# to activate Módule de Navegación.

PriceDataValidity
20 MXN1.4 GB1 day

APN/Internet Settings – Movistar México

  • Name: Internet Movistar
  • APN: internet.movistar.mx
  • Username: movistar
  • Password: movistar

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AT&T Unidos México

AT&T Logo
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AT&T Unidos México, just AT&T, is the smallest full-service mobile operator in Mexico.

It is by the American AT&T, which entered the Mexican telecom market by buying up Iusacell and Nextel México in 2015.

Both mobile operators had limited coverage and could not compete with Movistar México and certainly not with Telcel.

With close to 100 million subscribers in its home market, AT&T decided to export its expertise across the border.

While it still has a long way to catch up with Movistar México with customer numbers, AT&T does have (way) better 4G/LTE coverage.

AT&T uses the following frequencies:

  • 2G: N/A – shut down in 2017
  • 3G: 850 MHz & 1900 MHz
  • 4G/LTE: 1700 MHz (Band 4), 1900 MHz (Band 2) & 2600 MHz (Band 7 & Band 38)

This is what you will learn about AT&T:

* Coverage
* How to Get an AT&T SIM Card & SIM Card Price
* Topping Up Options & Methods + Balance Check
* Plans & Packages
* APN/Internet Settings

Coverage – AT&T Unidos México

AT&T has extensive (4G/LTE) coverage throughout Mexico.

Due to the lack of a 2G network, locations covered by Telcel or Movistar México with 2G could mean no reception for AT&T.

However, you need to go to extremely remote areas for that to happen.

But, AT&T does have the highest 4G/LTE availability.

Here is AT&T coverage map produced by Speedtest:

However, click here to see AT&T's official coverage map.

SIM Card Price – AT&T Unidos México

You can get an AT&T SIM card for costs 100 MXN, 150 MXN, or 200 MXN, depending on the reseller, with 5.5 GB of data for 30 days in AT&T stores and resellers, including grocery stores and convenience stores, sell SIM cards too. SIM cards are also available at select airports, including México City International Airport.

Note that AT&T offers VoLTE (Voice over LTE (4G)) if your phone supports it and you have enabled it in the settings.

AT&T Unidos Mexico SIM Cards
© AT&T Unidos México
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It is also possible to get an AT&T eSIM for the same price as a regular SIM card.

Therefore, if you wish to get an eSIM for Mexico (without personal detail capturing), you can get the Mexico (Chorro Fon) eSIM from Airalo (1 GB/ 7 daysmost popular with PTW readers & 3 GB/ 30 daysvery popular with PTW readers)

Airalo Mexico Chorro Fon eSIM
© Airalo

The Airalo links will automatically get you the available Phone Travel Wiz exclusive offers – a code is unnecessary.

Or you can get Mexico eSIMs from Nomad (from 1 GB/7 days to 20 GB/30 days).

Nomad Mexico eSIMs
© Nomad

The 5 GB Nomad Mexico eSIM for 30 days is the most popular with Phone Travel Wiz readers, while the 1 GB for 7 days and 3 GB for 30 days variants are very popular.

Use code ADU123 for the best deals available when getting Nomad eSIMs (on the site or their apps) and get 3 USD/2.70 EUR/2.40 GBP/4.05 CAD off (even on top of current promotions)!

For an in-depth analysis of the Nomad Mexico eSIMs (covering pros and cons as well), check out my Mexico eSIMs Compared guide.

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Finally, you can get Mexico eSIMs from Holafly if you prefer unlimited data plans and do not mind paying a bit more for this advantage:

  1. Mexico unlimited data eSIM for 5 daysmost popular with Phone Travel Wiz readers
  2. Mexico unlimited data eSIM for 7 days
  3. Mexico unlimited data eSIM for 10 daysvery popular with Phone Travel Wiz readers
  4. Mexico unlimited data eSIM for 15 daysvery popular with Phone Travel Wiz readers
  5. Mexico unlimited data eSIM for 20 days
  6. Mexico unlimited data eSIM for 30 days
  7. Mexico unlimited data eSIM for 60 days
  8. Mexico unlimited data eSIM for 90 days

Note: Phone Travel Wiz reader popularity ranking was updated in October based on data up to the 11th of October (2023 data only).

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For an in-depth analysis of the Holafly Mexico eSIMs (covering pros and cons as well), check out my Mexico eSIMs Compared guide.

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Airalo introduced an eSIM for North America: Latamlink eSIM. The Latamlink is following the popular Eurolink eSIM for 39 European countries and the fairly new Asialink eSIM for 13 Asian countries.

Latamlink Latin America eSIM Airalo
© Airalo

The Latamlink eSIM comes in four variants: 1 GB/7 days, 2 GB/15 daysvery popular with PTW readers, 3 GB/30 daysmost popular with PTW readers & 5 GB/30 daysvery popular with PTW readers to be used in Mexico and 18 other Latin American countries:

Note: Phone Travel Wiz reader popularity ranking was updated in October based on data up to the 11th of October (2023 data only).

Airalo Latamlink eSIM Eligible Countries Map Infographic by Phone Travel Wiz (August 2023 Version)

With the Latamlink eSIM, you can save a lot of money by skipping the initial SIM card costs per country you visit in Latin America!

Holafly also has an eSIM covering most of North America (although the eSIM is called South America eSIM).

But honestly, the Latamlink eSIM is superior (but you can consider the Holafly Central America eSIM if you want 6 GB of data instead in 13 countries – just do not forget about code PHONETRAVELWIZ if you go with Holafly).

TIP: check out my Best Mexico eSIMs Compared guide for an in-depth comparison of several eSIMs for Mexico.

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Top-Up, Recharge & Balance Check – AT&T Unidos México

AT&T top-up vouchers are sold in AT&T stores and top-up locations, including grocery stores, corner shops & electronics shops throughout Mexico.

AT&T Unidos Mexico Top Up Locations
© AT&T Unidos México

You can also tell the salesperson how much credit you want, your phone number, pay, and they will top up your SIM card with the POS system.

You can also top up and check your balance on the Mi AT&T (My AT&T) app (Android/iOS/Huawei AppGallery).

AT&T Unidos Mexico Mi AT&T App
© AT&T Unidos México

Packages, Plans, Bundles & Offers – AT&T Unidos México

AT&T has only one data-featured prepaid plan: AT&T Más/AT&T Plus (combo). It includes data (with 5G NR access), minutes & SMS.

I will list all the prices in MXN (Mexico Peso).

To convert MXN to your currency (let's say USD) with up-to-date exchange rates, use the Wise Currency Converter tool.

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These AT&T Más are available, which can be enabled in AT&T stores or dealers that deal with top-ups:

PriceDataSocial Data 1Streaming Data 2Local/USA MinutesLocal/USA SMSValidity
50 MXN500 MBUnlimitedN/AUnlimitedUnlimited5 days
100 MXN1.5 GBUnlimited 0.75 GBUnlimitedUnlimited14 days
150 MXN2.3 GBUnlimited 1.15 GBUnlimitedUnlimited25 days
200 MXN3 GBUnlimited 1.5 GBUnlimitedUnlimited30 days
300 MXN4.5 GBUnlimited 2.25 GBUnlimitedUnlimited30 days

1 for Facebook, Facebook Messenger, Instagram, Snapchat, Twitter & WhatsApp
2 for Amazon Prime, Facebook Watch, HBO Go, Netflix, TikTok & ViX

AT&T Unidos Mexico AT&T Más Plan

APN/Internet Settings – AT&T Unidos México

  • Name: AT&T MX
  • APN: modem.nexteldata.com.mx

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Oui Móvil

Oui Móvil Mexico Logo
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Oui Móvil is a Telcel MVNO.

It is the mobile brand by Elektra.

To learn about Unefon’s frequencies, jump back to Telcel’s frequencies.

This is what you will learn about Oui Móvil:

* Coverage
* How to Get a Oui Móvil SIM Card & SIM Card Price
* Topping Up Options & Methods + Balance Check
* Plans & Packages
* APN/Internet Settings

Coverage – Oui Móvil

Oui Móvil is a Telcel MVNO, meaning Oui Móvil uses the Telcel network and does not have its own mobile infrastructure.

To find out what to expect in terms of coverage with Oui Móvil, jump to the Telcel Coverage section.

SIM Card Price – Oui Móvil

You can get a Oui Móvil SIM for free in Elektra stores. However, you will be required to pay a small fee or buy a plan.

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Oui has no eSIMs.

Therefore, if you wish to get an eSIM for Mexico (without personal detail capturing), you can get the Mexico (Chorro Fon) eSIM from Airalo (1 GB/ 7 daysmost popular with PTW readers & 3 GB/ 30 daysvery popular with PTW readers)

Airalo Mexico Chorro Fon eSIM
© Airalo

The Airalo links will automatically get you the available Phone Travel Wiz exclusive offers – a code is unnecessary.

Or you can get Mexico eSIMs from Nomad (from 1 GB/7 days to 20 GB/30 days).

Nomad Mexico eSIMs
© Nomad

The 5 GB Nomad Mexico eSIM for 30 days is the most popular with Phone Travel Wiz readers, while the 1 GB for 7 days and 3 GB for 30 days variants are very popular.

Use code ADU123 for the best deals available when getting Nomad eSIMs (on the site or their apps) and get 3 USD/2.70 EUR/2.40 GBP/4.05 CAD off (even on top of current promotions)!

For an in-depth analysis of the Nomad Mexico eSIMs (covering pros and cons as well), check out my Mexico eSIMs Compared guide.

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Finally, you can get Mexico eSIMs from Holafly if you prefer unlimited data plans and do not mind paying a bit more for this advantage:

  1. Mexico unlimited data eSIM for 5 daysmost popular with Phone Travel Wiz readers
  2. Mexico unlimited data eSIM for 7 days
  3. Mexico unlimited data eSIM for 10 daysvery popular with Phone Travel Wiz readers
  4. Mexico unlimited data eSIM for 15 daysvery popular with Phone Travel Wiz readers
  5. Mexico unlimited data eSIM for 20 days
  6. Mexico unlimited data eSIM for 30 days
  7. Mexico unlimited data eSIM for 60 days
  8. Mexico unlimited data eSIM for 90 days

Note: Phone Travel Wiz reader popularity ranking was updated in October based on data up to the 11th of October (2023 data only).

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Airalo introduced an eSIM for North America: Latamlink eSIM. The Latamlink is following the popular Eurolink eSIM for 39 European countries and the fairly new Asialink eSIM for 13 Asian countries.

Latamlink Latin America eSIM Airalo
© Airalo

The Latamlink eSIM comes in four variants: 1 GB/7 days, 2 GB/15 daysvery popular with PTW readers, 3 GB/30 daysmost popular with PTW readers & 5 GB/30 daysvery popular with PTW readers to be used in Mexico and 18 other Latin American countries:

Note: Phone Travel Wiz reader popularity ranking was updated in October based on data up to the 11th of October (2023 data only).

Airalo Latamlink eSIM Eligible Countries Map Infographic by Phone Travel Wiz (August 2023 Version)

With the Latamlink eSIM, you can save a lot of money by skipping the initial SIM card costs per country you visit in Latin America!

Holafly also has an eSIM covering most of North America (although the eSIM is called South America eSIM).

But honestly, the Latamlink eSIM is superior (but you can consider the Holafly Central America eSIM if you want 6 GB of data instead in 13 countries – just do not forget about code PHONETRAVELWIZ if you go with Holafly).

TIP: check out my Best Mexico eSIMs Compared guide for an in-depth comparison of several eSIMs for Mexico.

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Top-Up, Recharge & Balance Check – Oui Móvil

Oui Móvil top-up vouchers are sold in Elektra stores.

The following (online) top-ups are available:

Top-UpDataLocal/USA MinutesLocal/USA SMSValidity
10 MXNUnlimited 1N/AN/A7 days
15 MXNN/AUnlimitedUnlimited7 days
20 MXN250 MBUnlimitedUnlimited7 days
25 MXN500 MBUnlimitedUnlimited7 days
30 MXN750 MBUnlimitedUnlimited7 days
35 MXN1000 MBUnlimitedUnlimited7 days
40 MXN1250 MBUnlimitedUnlimited7 days
45 MXN1500 MB100 minutes100 SMS7 days
50 MXN1750 MBUnlimitedUnlimited7 days
60 MXNUnlimitedUnlimitedUnlimited7 days
120 MXNUnlimitedUnlimitedUnlimited15 days
240 MXNUnlimitedUnlimitedUnlimited30 days

1 for WhatsApp only

Oui Móvil Mexico Recargas OUI Recharges

You can also tell the salesperson how much credit you want, your phone number, pay, and they will top up your SIM card with the POS system.

You can also top up and check your balance on the Oui Móvil app (Android/iOS).

Oui Móvil Mexico App
© Oui Móvil

Packages, Plans, Bundles & Offers – Oui Móvil

Oui Móvil has only one data-featured prepaid plan: Recargas Ilimitadas/Unlimited Recharge (combo). It includes data (without 5G NR access), minutes & SMS.

I will list all the prices in MXN (Mexico Peso).

To convert MXN to your currency (let's say USD) with up-to-date exchange rates, use the Wise Currency Converter tool.

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These Recargas Ilimitadas are available, which can be enabled in Elektra stores:

PriceDataWhatsApp DataLocal MinutesLocal SMSValidity
10 MXNN/AUnlimitedN/AN/A7 days
15 MXNN/AN/AUnlimitedUnlimited7 days
20 MXN250 MBN/AUnlimitedUnlimited7 days
25 MXN500 MBN/AUnlimitedUnlimited7 days
30 MXN750 MBUnlimitedUnlimitedUnlimited7 days
35 MXN1000 MBUnlimitedUnlimitedUnlimited7 days
40 MXN1250 MBUnlimitedUnlimitedUnlimited7 days
45 MXN1500 MBUnlimitedUnlimitedUnlimited7 days
50 MXN1750 MBUnlimitedUnlimitedUnlimited7 days
60 MXNUnlimitedUnlimitedUnlimitedUnlimited7 days
120 MXNUnlimitedUnlimitedUnlimitedUnlimited15 days
240 MXNUnlimitedUnlimitedUnlimitedUnlimited30 days
Oui Móvil Mexico Recargas Ilimitadas Prepaid Packages Plan

APN/Internet Settings – Oui Móvil

  • Name: Oui Móvil
  • APN: internet.mvne1.com

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OXXO CEL

OXXO CEL Mexico Logo
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OXXO CEL is a FreedomPop México MVNO, which is a Telcel MVNO.

It is the mobile brand by the convenience store chain OXXO.

Why OXXO CEL decided to partner up with FreedomPop México instead of going directly to Telcel, I cannot tell.

1OXXO, as a company, is also active in Brazil, Colombia, Costa Rica, Chile, Peru & the United States.

This is what you will learn about OXXO CEL:

* Coverage
* How to Get an OXXO CEL SIM Card & SIM Card Price
* Topping Up Options & Methods + Balance Check
* Plans & Packages
* APN/Internet Settings

Coverage – OXXO CEL

OXXO CEL is a FreedomPop México MVNO, which in turn is a Telcel MVNO.

This means that OXXO CEL and FreedomPop México use the Telcel network and do not have their own mobile infrastructure.

It is unclear whether FreedomPop México, and OXXO CEL for that matter, have full access to the Telcel network or not.

So I will show you the coverage maps of FreedomPop México.

Here is the 2G coverage map:

Then we have the FreedomPop México 3G coverage map:

Then we have the 4G/LTE coverage map:

SIM Card Price – OXXO CEL

You can get an OXXO CEL SIM card for 29 MXN in OXXO convenience stores. However, you need to recharge at least 50 MXN to activate your SIM card, meaning the total cost is 79 MXN for your SIM card.

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OXXO has no eSIMs.

Therefore, if you wish to get an eSIM for Mexico (without personal detail capturing), you can get the Mexico (Chorro Fon) eSIM from Airalo (1 GB/ 7 daysmost popular with PTW readers & 3 GB/ 30 daysvery popular with PTW readers)

Airalo Mexico Chorro Fon eSIM
© Airalo

The Airalo links will automatically get you the available Phone Travel Wiz exclusive offers – a code is unnecessary.

For an in-depth analysis of the Mexico Chorro eSIMs (covering pros and cons as well), check out my Mexico eSIMs Compared guide.

Or you can get Mexico eSIMs from Nomad (from 1 GB/7 days to 20 GB/30 days).

Nomad Mexico eSIMs
© Nomad

The 5 GB Nomad Mexico eSIM for 30 days is the most popular with Phone Travel Wiz readers, while the 1 GB for 7 days and 3 GB for 30 days variants are very popular.

Use code ADU123 for the best deals available when getting Nomad eSIMs (on the site or their apps) and get 3 USD/2.70 EUR/2.40 GBP/4.05 CAD off (even on top of current promotions)!

For an in-depth analysis of the Nomad Mexico eSIMs (covering pros and cons as well), check out my Mexico eSIMs Compared guide.

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Finally, you can get Mexico eSIMs from Holafly if you prefer unlimited data plans and do not mind paying a bit more for this advantage:

  1. Mexico unlimited data eSIM for 5 daysmost popular with Phone Travel Wiz readers
  2. Mexico unlimited data eSIM for 7 days
  3. Mexico unlimited data eSIM for 10 daysvery popular with Phone Travel Wiz readers
  4. Mexico unlimited data eSIM for 15 daysvery popular with Phone Travel Wiz readers
  5. Mexico unlimited data eSIM for 20 days
  6. Mexico unlimited data eSIM for 30 days
  7. Mexico unlimited data eSIM for 60 days
  8. Mexico unlimited data eSIM for 90 days

Note: Phone Travel Wiz reader popularity ranking was updated in October based on data up to the 11th of October (2023 data only).

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Airalo introduced an eSIM for North America: Latamlink eSIM. The Latamlink is following the popular Eurolink eSIM for 39 European countries and the fairly new Asialink eSIM for 13 Asian countries.

Latamlink Latin America eSIM Airalo
© Airalo

The Latamlink eSIM comes in four variants: 1 GB/7 days, 2 GB/15 daysvery popular with PTW readers, 3 GB/30 daysmost popular with PTW readers & 5 GB/30 daysvery popular with PTW readers to be used in Mexico and 18 other Latin American countries:

Note: Phone Travel Wiz reader popularity ranking was updated in October based on data up to the 11th of October (2023 data only).

Airalo Latamlink eSIM Eligible Countries Map Infographic by Phone Travel Wiz (August 2023 Version)

With the Latamlink eSIM, you can save a lot of money by skipping the initial SIM card costs per country you visit in Latin America!

Holafly also has an eSIM covering most of North America (although the eSIM is called South America eSIM).

But honestly, the Latamlink eSIM is superior (but you can consider the Holafly Central America eSIM if you want 6 GB of data instead in 13 countries – just do not forget about code PHONETRAVELWIZ if you go with Holafly).

TIP: check out my Best Mexico eSIMs Compared guide for an in-depth comparison of several eSIMs for Mexico.

Buying an eSIM for Mexico Guide (logos of Holafly, Nomad, Discover+, Latamlink, Americanmex, Chorro Fon, Airalo & Alosim)

Bahías de Huatulco International Airport and Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla Guadalajara International Airport have OXXO stores near the airport selling OXXO CEL SIM cards.

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Top-Up, Recharge & Balance Check – OXXO CEL

OXXO CEL top-up vouchers are sold in OXXO convenience stores throughout Mexico.

You can also tell the salesperson how much credit you want, your phone number, pay, and they will top up your SIM card with the POS system.

You can also top up and check your balance on the OXXO CEL app (Android/iOS).

OXXO CEL Mexico App
© OXXO CEL

Packages, Plans, Bundles & Offers – OXXO CEL

OXXO CEL has two data-featured prepaid plans: Paquetes/Package (combo) & Paquetes De Internet Por Tiempo/Internet Packages By Time (data).

I will list all the prices in MXN (Mexico Peso).

To convert MXN to your currency (let's say USD) with up-to-date exchange rates, use the Wise Currency Converter tool.

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Paquetes (Package) – OXXO CEL

The Paquetes (Package) are combo plans with data (without 5G NR access), minutes & SMS.

These Paquetes are available, which can be enabled in OXXO convenience stores:

PricePlanData 1Social Data 2WhatsApp DataLocal/USA MinuteLocal/USA SMSValidity
10 MXNOXXO CEL 1050 MB100 MBUnlimitedUnlimitedUnlimited1 day
30 MXNOXXO CEL 30150 MB300 MBUnlimitedUnlimitedUnlimited3 days
50 MXNOXXO CEL 50400 MB1000 MBUnlimitedUnlimitedUnlimited7 days
80 MXNOXXO CEL 80500 MB1000 MBUnlimitedUnlimitedUnlimited13 days
100 MXNOXXO CEL 1001300 MBUnlimitedUnlimitedUnlimitedUnlimited15 days
150 MXNOXXO CEL 1502000 MBUnlimitedUnlimitedUnlimitedUnlimited26 days
200 MXNOXXO CEL 2003000 MBUnlimitedUnlimitedUnlimitedUnlimited30 days
300 MXNOXXO CEL 3004000 MBUnlimited 3UnlimitedUnlimitedUnlimited30 days
500 MXNOXXO CEL 4005000 MBUnlimited 3UnlimitedUnlimitedUnlimited30 days

1 can also be used in the United States
2 for Facebook, Facebook Messenger & Twitter
3 for Facebook, Facebook Messenger, Instagram, Twitter & TikTok

OXXO CEL Mexico Paquetes Packages Plan
Paquetes de Internet por tiempo (Internet packages by time) – OXXO CEL

The Paquetes de Internet por tiempo (Internet packages by time) are, as the name implies, data bundles (without 5G NR access).

These Paquetes de Internet por tiempo are available, which can be enabled in OXXO convenience stores:

PricePlanData 1Validity
11 MXNInternet 1 horaUnlimited 1 hour
15 MXNInternet 2 horaUnlimited 2 hour

1 for Mexico only

OXXO CEL Mexico Paquetes de Internet por tiempo

APN/Internet Settings – OXXO CEL

  • Name: OXXO CEL
  • APN: internet.mvne1.com

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Unefon

Unefon Mexico Logo
© Unefon

Unefon is an AT&T Unidos México sub-brand.

It used to be part of Iusacell, until AT&T purchased Iusacell and Nextel México.

Now, it is the budget brand by AT&T Unidos México.

To learn about Unefon’s frequencies, jump back to AT&T Unidos México’s frequencies.

This is what you will learn about Unefon:

* Coverage
* How to Get a Unefon SIM Card & SIM Card Price
* Topping Up Options & Methods + Balance Check
* Plans & Packages
* APN/Internet Settings

Coverage – Unefon

Unefon is an AT&T Unidos México sub-brand, meaning Unefon uses the AT&T Unidos México network.

To find out what to expect in terms of coverage with Unefon, jump to the AT&T Unidos México Coverage section.

SIM Card Price – Unefon

You can get a Unefon SIM card for 50 MXN, 100 MXN, or 150 MXN (three starter packs) from various Unefon dealers, including convenience stores, electronic shops & cosmetic stores.

Unefon Mexico Resellers
© Unefon
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Unefon has no eSIMs.

Therefore, if you wish to get an eSIM for Mexico (without personal detail capturing), you can get the Mexico (Chorro Fon) eSIM from Airalo (1 GB/ 7 daysmost popular with PTW readers & 3 GB/ 30 daysvery popular with PTW readers)

Airalo Mexico Chorro Fon eSIM
© Airalo

The Airalo links will automatically get you the available Phone Travel Wiz exclusive offers – a code is unnecessary.

For an in-depth analysis of the Mexico Chorro eSIMs (covering pros and cons as well), check out my Mexico eSIMs Compared guide.

Or you can get Mexico eSIMs from Nomad (from 1 GB/7 days to 20 GB/30 days).

Nomad Mexico eSIMs
© Nomad

The 5 GB Nomad Mexico eSIM for 30 days is the most popular with Phone Travel Wiz readers, while the 1 GB for 7 days and 3 GB for 30 days variants are very popular.

Use code ADU123 for the best deals available when getting Nomad eSIMs (on the site or their apps) and get 3 USD/2.70 EUR/2.40 GBP/4.05 CAD off (even on top of current promotions)!

For an in-depth analysis of the Nomad Mexico eSIMs (covering pros and cons as well), check out my Mexico eSIMs Compared guide.

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Finally, you can get Mexico eSIMs from Holafly if you prefer unlimited data plans and do not mind paying a bit more for this advantage:

  1. Mexico unlimited data eSIM for 5 daysmost popular with Phone Travel Wiz readers
  2. Mexico unlimited data eSIM for 7 days
  3. Mexico unlimited data eSIM for 10 daysvery popular with Phone Travel Wiz readers
  4. Mexico unlimited data eSIM for 15 daysvery popular with Phone Travel Wiz readers
  5. Mexico unlimited data eSIM for 20 days
  6. Mexico unlimited data eSIM for 30 days
  7. Mexico unlimited data eSIM for 60 days
  8. Mexico unlimited data eSIM for 90 days

Note: Phone Travel Wiz reader popularity ranking was updated in October based on data up to the 11th of October (2023 data only).

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For an in-depth analysis of the Holafly Mexico eSIMs (covering pros and cons as well), check out my Mexico eSIMs Compared guide.

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Airalo introduced an eSIM for North America: Latamlink eSIM. The Latamlink is following the popular Eurolink eSIM for 39 European countries and the fairly new Asialink eSIM for 13 Asian countries.

Latamlink Latin America eSIM Airalo
© Airalo

The Latamlink eSIM comes in four variants: 1 GB/7 days, 2 GB/15 daysvery popular with PTW readers, 3 GB/30 daysmost popular with PTW readers & 5 GB/30 daysvery popular with PTW readers to be used in Argentina and 18 other Latin American countries:

Note: Phone Travel Wiz reader popularity ranking was updated in October based on data up to the 11th of October (2023 data only).

Airalo Latamlink eSIM Eligible Countries Map Infographic by Phone Travel Wiz (August 2023 Version)

With the Latamlink eSIM, you can save a lot of money by skipping the initial SIM card costs per country you visit in Latin America!

Holafly also has an eSIM covering most of North America (although the eSIM is called South America eSIM).

But honestly, the Latamlink eSIM is superior (but you can consider the Holafly Central America eSIM if you want 6 GB of data instead in 13 countries – just do not forget about code PHONETRAVELWIZ if you go with Holafly).

TIP: check out my Best Mexico eSIMs Compared guide for an in-depth comparison of several eSIMs for Mexico.

Buying an eSIM for Mexico Guide (logos of Holafly, Nomad, Discover+, Latamlink, Americanmex, Chorro Fon, Airalo & Alosim)

You may have to dial *100 to activate your Unefon SIM card.

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Top-Up, Recharge & Balance Check – Unefon

Unefon top-up vouchers are sold in Unefon top-up locations, including grocery stores, corner shops & electronics shops throughout Mexico.

Unefon Mexico Top-Up Locations
© Unefon

You can also tell the salesperson how much credit you want, your phone number, pay, and they will top up your SIM card with the POS system.

Call 611 and select option 2 to check your Unefon balance.

You can also top up and check your balance on the Mi Unefon (My Unefon) app (Android/iOS/Huawei AppGallery).


Packages, Plans, Bundles & Offers – Unefon

Unefon has three data-featured prepaid plans:

I will list all the prices in MXN (Mexico Peso).

To convert MXN to your currency (let's say USD) with up-to-date exchange rates, use the Wise Currency Converter tool.

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Ilimitado 2.0 (Unlimited 2.0) – Unefon

The Ilimitado 2.0 (Unlimited 2.0) are combo plans with data (300 MB/day) (without 5G NR access), minutes & SMS.

These Ilimitado 2.0 are available, which can be activated on the Mi Unefon app:

PriceDataWhatsApp DataLocal/USA MinutesLocal/USA SMSValidity
15 MXNUnlimitedUnlimitedUnlimitedUnlimited1 day
30 MXNUnlimitedUnlimitedUnlimitedUnlimited2 days
50 MXNUnlimitedUnlimitedUnlimitedUnlimited4 days
70 MXNUnlimitedUnlimitedUnlimitedUnlimited7 days
100 MXNUnlimitedUnlimitedUnlimitedUnlimited10 days
120 MXNUnlimitedUnlimitedUnlimitedUnlimited12 days
150 MXNUnlimitedUnlimitedUnlimitedUnlimited15 days
200 MXNUnlimitedUnlimitedUnlimitedUnlimited20 days
300 MXNUnlimitedUnlimitedUnlimitedUnlimited30 days
Unefon Mexico Unefon Ilimitado 2.0 Plans
© Unefon
Unefon Completo (Unefon Complete) – Unefon

The Unefon Completo (Unefon Complete) are combo bundles with data (without 5G NR access), minutes & SMS.

These Planes Unefon Control are available, which can be activated on the Mi Unefon app:

PriceDataSocial Data 1Local/USA MinutesLocal/USA SMSValidity
40 MXN200 MBUnlimitedUnlimitedUnlimited7 days
50 MXN300 MBUnlimitedUnlimitedUnlimited7 days
60 MXN400 MBUnlimitedUnlimitedUnlimited7 days
70 MXN500 MBUnlimitedUnlimitedUnlimited7 days
80 MXN600 MBUnlimitedUnlimitedUnlimited7 days
90 MXN800 MBUnlimitedUnlimitedUnlimited7 days
100 MXN1000 MBUnlimitedUnlimitedUnlimited7 days
120 MXN2 GBUnlimitedUnlimitedUnlimited7 days
140 MXN2.5 GBUnlimited UnlimitedUnlimited7 days
160 MXN3 GBUnlimitedUnlimitedUnlimited7 days
180 MXN3.5 GBUnlimitedUnlimitedUnlimited7 days
200 MXN4.5 GBUnlimitedUnlimitedUnlimited7 days
300 MXN5 GBUnlimitedUnlimitedUnlimited7 days

1 for Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat, Twitter & WhatsApp

Unefon Mexico Planes Unefon Completo Plans
© Unefon
Paquetes (Packages) – Unefon

The Paquetes (Packages) are combo plans with data (300 MB/day) (without 5G NR access), minutes & SMS.

These Paquetes are available, which can be activated on the Mi Unefon app:

PriceDataSocial Data 1WhatsApp DataLocal/USA MinutesLocal/USA SMSValidity
50 MXN3 GB500 MBUnlimitedUnlimitedUnlimited10 days
100 MXN6.3 GB1050 MBUnlimitedUnlimitedUnlimited21 days
150 MXN8.4 GB2800 MBUnlimitedUnlimitedUnlimited28 days
200 MXN10.5 GB3500 MBUnlimitedUnlimitedUnlimited35 days
300 MXN12.6 GB4200 MBUnlimitedUnlimitedUnlimited42 days

1 for Facebook, Facebook Messenger

Unefon Mexico Recargas Top-Ups
© Unefon

APN/Internet Settings – Unefon

  • Name: Unefon
  • APN: web.usacellgsm.mx

Note: leave anything not mentioned above untouched.

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weex

weex Mexico Logo
© weex

weex is a Movistar México MVNO.

It is one of the largest MVNOs in Mexico.

weex is the only mobile operator/MVNO (in this guide) that allows you to (semi) customize your plan with add-ons, with data being your base.

To learn about weex’s frequencies, jump back to Movistar México’s frequencies.

This is what you will learn about weex:

* Coverage
* How to Get a weex SIM Card & SIM Card Price
* Topping Up Options & Methods + Balance Check
* Plans & Packages
* APN/Internet Settings

Coverage – weex

weex is a Movistar México MVNO, meaning weex uses the Movistar México network and does not have its own mobile infrastructure.

To find out what to expect in terms of coverage with weex, jump to the Movistar México Coverage section.

SIM Card Price – weex

You can get a weex SIM card for 50 MXN with unlimited WhatsApp data (180 days) & unlimited local minutes (30 days) in 7-Eleven, Circle K & Extra stores in Mexico.

weex Mexico Stores
© weex
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weex has no eSIMs.

Therefore, if you wish to get an eSIM for Mexico (without personal detail capturing), you can get the Mexico (Chorro Fon) eSIM from Airalo (1 GB/ 7 daysmost popular with PTW readers & 3 GB/ 30 daysvery popular with PTW readers)

Airalo Mexico Chorro Fon eSIM
© Airalo

The Airalo links will automatically get you the available Phone Travel Wiz exclusive offers – a code is unnecessary.

Or you can get Mexico eSIMs from Nomad (from 1 GB/7 days to 20 GB/30 days).

Nomad Mexico eSIMs
© Nomad

The 5 GB Nomad Mexico eSIM for 30 days is the most popular with Phone Travel Wiz readers, while the 1 GB for 7 days and 3 GB for 30 days variants are very popular.

Use code ADU123 for the best deals available when getting Nomad eSIMs (on the site or their apps) and get 3 USD/2.70 EUR/2.40 GBP/4.05 CAD off (even on top of current promotions)!

For an in-depth analysis of the Nomad Mexico eSIMs (covering pros and cons as well), check out my Mexico eSIMs Compared guide.

Nomad Travel eSIM Reviews by Phone Travel Wiz

Finally, you can get Mexico eSIMs from Holafly if you prefer unlimited data plans and do not mind paying a bit more for this advantage:

  1. Mexico unlimited data eSIM for 5 daysmost popular with Phone Travel Wiz readers
  2. Mexico unlimited data eSIM for 7 days
  3. Mexico unlimited data eSIM for 10 daysvery popular with Phone Travel Wiz readers
  4. Mexico unlimited data eSIM for 15 daysvery popular with Phone Travel Wiz readers
  5. Mexico unlimited data eSIM for 20 days
  6. Mexico unlimited data eSIM for 30 days
  7. Mexico unlimited data eSIM for 60 days
  8. Mexico unlimited data eSIM for 90 days

Note: Phone Travel Wiz reader popularity ranking was updated in October based on data up to the 11th of October (2023 data only).

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For an in-depth analysis of the Holafly Mexico eSIMs (covering pros and cons as well), check out my Mexico eSIMs Compared guide.

Holafly Travel eSIM Reviews by Phone Travel Wiz

Airalo introduced an eSIM for North America: Latamlink eSIM. The Latamlink is following the popular Eurolink eSIM for 39 European countries and the fairly new Asialink eSIM for 13 Asian countries.

Latamlink Latin America eSIM Airalo
© Airalo

The Latamlink eSIM comes in four variants: 1 GB/7 days, 2 GB/15 daysvery popular with PTW readers, 3 GB/30 daysmost popular with PTW readers & 5 GB/30 daysvery popular with PTW readers to be used in Argentina and 18 other Latin American countries:

Note: Phone Travel Wiz reader popularity ranking was updated in October based on data up to the 11th of October (2023 data only).

Airalo Latamlink eSIM Eligible Countries Map Infographic by Phone Travel Wiz (August 2023 Version)

With the Latamlink eSIM, you can save a lot of money by skipping the initial SIM card costs per country you visit in Latin America!

Holafly also has an eSIM covering most of North America (although the eSIM is called South America eSIM).

But honestly, the Latamlink eSIM is superior (but you can consider the Holafly Central America eSIM if you want 6 GB of data instead in 13 countries – just do not forget about code PHONETRAVELWIZ if you go with Holafly).

TIP: check out my Best Mexico eSIMs Compared guide for an in-depth comparison of several eSIMs for Mexico.

Buying an eSIM for Mexico Guide (logos of Holafly, Nomad, Discover+, Latamlink, Americanmex, Chorro Fon, Airalo & Alosim)
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Top-Up, Recharge & Balance Check – weex

weex top-up vouchers are sold in weex top-up locations, including 7-Eleven, Circle K, Extra & Movistar (Telefónica) recharge points throughout Mexico.

You can also tell the salesperson how much credit you want, your phone number, pay, and they will top up your SIM card with the POS system.

Dial *963# to check your weex balance.

You can also top up and check your balance on the weex app (Android/– no iOS app… yet).

weex Mexico App
© weex

Packages, Plans, Bundles & Offers – weex

weex has two data-featured prepaid plans: Megas Libres (data) and add-ons (various).

I will list all the prices in MXN (Mexico Peso).

To convert MXN to your currency (let's say USD) with up-to-date exchange rates, use the Wise Currency Converter tool.

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Megas Libres – weex

The Megas Libres are data bundles (without 5G NR access).

Below are all the options:

PriceDataValidity
20 MXN150 MB7 days
32 MXN250 MB7 days
35 MXN300 MB15 days
44 MXN400 MB30 days
46 MXN400 MB15 days
48 MXN400 MB7 days
58 MXN600 MB30 days
60 MXN500 MB15 days
63 MXN600 MB7 days
68 MXN800 MB30 days
72 MXN800 MB15 days
75 MXN1000 MB30 days
90 MXN1500 MB15 days
100 MXN2000 MB30 days
145 MXN3000 MB30 days
199 MXN4500 MB30 days
weex Mexico Megas Libres Plans
Packs (Add-Ons) – weex

The Packs are various types of add-ons, including extra data, data for select apps, minutes & SMS.

With 25 categories and some categories having four options, I have a hard time thinking of how to display all the add-ons in an easy-to-understand way.

For now, I will show you the categories. All the sub-options can be seen here or on the weex app.

weex Mexico Packs Add-Ons

APN/Internet Settings – weex

  • Name: weex
  • APN: internet.weex.mx

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