{"id":3514,"date":"2023-11-10T11:14:46","date_gmt":"2023-11-10T11:14:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/peruesim.com\/?page_id=3514"},"modified":"2025-02-19T04:04:28","modified_gmt":"2025-02-19T04:04:28","slug":"entel","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/peruesim.com\/sim-card\/entel\/","title":{"rendered":"6 Things to Know About Entel SIM Card for Visitors to Peru"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Entel SIM Card is a versatile solution for travelers visiting Peru, offering seamless connectivity with extensive network coverage across the country. It allows tourists to stay connected with affordable data, calls, and texting plans, making it ideal for navigating, sharing experiences on social media, and staying in touch with loved ones. With easy activation, Entel SIM ensures reliable internet access for exploring Peru&#8217;s stunning landscapes, from Machu Picchu to vibrant cities like Lima and Cusco.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/peruesim.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/29\/2023\/11\/6.jpg\" alt=\"entel peru sim card\" class=\"wp-image-3536\" srcset=\"https:\/\/peruesim.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/29\/2023\/11\/6.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/peruesim.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/29\/2023\/11\/6-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/peruesim.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/29\/2023\/11\/6-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/peruesim.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/29\/2023\/11\/6-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/peruesim.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/29\/2023\/11\/6-510x340.jpg 510w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-rank-math-toc-block\" id=\"rank-math-toc\"><h2>Table of Contents<\/h2><nav><div><div><a href=\"#i-entel-sim-card-options-for-travelers-to-peru\">I. Entel SIM Card options for travelers to Peru<\/a><\/div><div><a href=\"#ii-best-entel-tourist-sim-plans-prices\">II. Best Entel tourist SIM plans &amp; prices<\/a><\/div><div><a href=\"#iii-does-entel-peru-support-e-sim\">III. Does Entel Peru support eSIM?<\/a><\/div><div><a href=\"#iv-where-can-you-buy-entel-peru-sim-cards-and-e-sim\">IV. Where Can You Buy Entel Peru SIM Cards and eSIM?<\/a><\/div><div><a href=\"#v-how-to-entel-sim-activation\">V. How to Entel SIM activation<\/a><\/div><div><a href=\"#vi-entel-call-sms-rates\">VI. Entel call &amp; SMS rates<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/nav><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"i-entel-sim-card-options-for-travelers-to-peru\">I. Entel SIM Card options for travelers to Peru<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Entel Peru offers both prepaid SIM cards and eSIM plans aimed at tourists visiting Peru:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><\/td><td>Pros<\/td><td>Cons<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Entel prepaid SIM<\/td><td>Widely available at airports, stores, and online.<br>Easy to find and activate.<br>Works with most phones, even older models.<\/td><td>Requires a physical SIM card slot (not ideal for dual-SIM users).<br>You\u2019ll need to remove your existing SIM card, which can be inconvenient.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>eSIM<\/td><td>No need to swap physical SIM cards.<br>Get connected as soon as you arrive.<br>Can store multiple eSIM profiles for different countries.<\/td><td>Requires a compatible device (newer iPhones and some Android phones).<br>May have slightly less availability than physical SIM cards.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Both options provide the same prepaid data packs and rates. eSIMs provide added convenience if your phone supports eSIMs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"585\" src=\"https:\/\/peruesim.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/29\/2025\/02\/Benefits-of-Using-eSIM-for-Travelers-in-Laos-1024x585.jpg\" alt=\"eSIM\" class=\"wp-image-3993\" srcset=\"https:\/\/peruesim.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/29\/2025\/02\/Benefits-of-Using-eSIM-for-Travelers-in-Laos-1024x585.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/peruesim.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/29\/2025\/02\/Benefits-of-Using-eSIM-for-Travelers-in-Laos-300x172.jpg 300w, https:\/\/peruesim.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/29\/2025\/02\/Benefits-of-Using-eSIM-for-Travelers-in-Laos-768x439.jpg 768w, https:\/\/peruesim.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/29\/2025\/02\/Benefits-of-Using-eSIM-for-Travelers-in-Laos-510x292.jpg 510w, https:\/\/peruesim.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/29\/2025\/02\/Benefits-of-Using-eSIM-for-Travelers-in-Laos.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">eSIM<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"ii-best-entel-tourist-sim-plans-prices\">II. Best Entel tourist SIM plans &amp; prices<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Entel offers various SIM card plans for visitors:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td>Provider<\/td><td>Data<\/td><td>Features<\/td><td>Validity<\/td><td>Price (USD)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td rowspan=\"3\">Entel mobile plans <\/td><td>7 GB<\/td><td>Unlimited minutes, unlimited Facebook &amp; Instagram<\/td><td>30 days<\/td><td>$5.3<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>12 GB<\/td><td>Unlimited minutes, unlimited Facebook &amp; Instagram<\/td><td>30 days<\/td><td>$7.7<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>20 GB<\/td><td>Unlimited minutes, unlimited Facebook &amp; Instagram<\/td><td>30 days<\/td><td>$10.4<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n<div class=\"lazyblock-ggg-custom-block-jEKpN wp-block-lazyblock-ggg-custom-block\"><div class=\"ggg-custom-shortcode gigago-block-blue\">\n    <div class=\"ggg-shortcode-content\">\n        <p>The price may change depending on time and the provider, check the most up-to-date information on Entel's website.<\/p>    <\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"iii-does-entel-peru-support-e-sim\">III. Does Entel Peru support eSIM?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Yes, Entel Peru launched eSIM support in 2021. You can use eSIM plans on eSIM-capable smartphones like:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Latest iPhones (XS, XR, 11, 12, 13 series)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Latest Samsung flagship (S20, S21, S22 series)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Google Pixel 3 to Pixel 7 series<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Use the eSIM app for iOS or Android to download Entel Peru profiles once purchased.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"lazyblock-ggg-custom-block-Z2m92qQ wp-block-lazyblock-ggg-custom-block\"><div class=\"ggg-custom-shortcode gigago-block-blue\">\n    <div class=\"ggg-shortcode-content\">\n        <p><em>Unlock more insights on: <a href=\"https:\/\/peruesim.com\/esim-compatible-list\/\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/peruesim.com\/esim-compatible-list\/\">Peru eSIM Compatible Devices List<\/a><\/em><\/p>    <\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"iv-where-can-you-buy-entel-peru-sim-cards-and-e-sim\">IV. Where Can You Buy Entel Peru SIM Cards and eSIM?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are the places where you can buy Entel Peru SIM cards and eSIMs:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"1-where-to-buy-entel-peru-sim-cards\">1. Where to buy Entel SIM Card for Peru tourist<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>You can buy Entel Chip Turista SIM cards in Peru from:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Entel stores<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Major supermarkets like Plaza Vea, Vivanda, Metro<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Convenience stores like Tambo+<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Entel dealers and partners across Peru<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/peruesim.com\/lima-airport-sim-card\/#i-where-to-buy-a-lima-airport-sim-card-at-the-airport\">Where to Buy a SIM Card at Lima Airport<\/a> \u2013 At Lima Airport after immigration. At the airport, you can not only buy an Entel local SIM but also easily purchase other <a href=\"https:\/\/peruesim.com\/sim-card\/#i-peru-sim-card-type-which-one-is-the-best-for-tourists\">types of Peruvian SIM cards<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"672\" src=\"https:\/\/peruesim.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/29\/2025\/02\/Entel-1024x672.jpg\" alt=\"Entel store\" class=\"wp-image-4171\" srcset=\"https:\/\/peruesim.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/29\/2025\/02\/Entel-1024x672.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/peruesim.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/29\/2025\/02\/Entel-300x197.jpg 300w, https:\/\/peruesim.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/29\/2025\/02\/Entel-768x504.jpg 768w, https:\/\/peruesim.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/29\/2025\/02\/Entel-510x335.jpg 510w, https:\/\/peruesim.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/29\/2025\/02\/Entel.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Entel store<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Remember to carry your passport as identification when purchasing a SIM.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"2-where-to-buy-peru-entel-peru-e-sim\">2. Where to buy Peru Entel eSIM <\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re looking for an Entel eSIM, here\u2019s a guide to help you find the right option:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>International eSIM providers&nbsp;<\/strong>\u2013 If you\u2019re a tourist visiting Peru, Entel eSIM might not be available to you directly. However, you can use&nbsp;<strong>international eSIM providers<\/strong>&nbsp;that offer plans tailored for travelers such as eSIM Entel from&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/peruesim.com\/\">Peru eSIM<\/a>. These eSIMs are compatible with most unlocked smartphones and provide local or regional data packages.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"v-how-to-entel-sim-activation\">V. How to Entel SIM activation<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Here is a guide on how to activate and use your Entel SIM card:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"1-how-to-use-entel-peru-sim-card\">1. How to use Entel tourist SIM<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Follow these steps to activate your Entel Peru SIM:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n\n<li>Insert SIM in an unlocked phone<\/li>\n\n\n<li>Select Entel network and reboot if required<\/li>\n\n\n<li>Dial *123# to generate the default password received in the SMS<\/li>\n\n\n<li>Enter the password to activate the SIM<\/li>\n\n\n<li>Buy a data pack from a retailer or dial *555#<\/li>\n\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>You can now use the SIM for calls, texts, and mobile data in Peru.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"2-how-to-activate-entel-peru-e-sim\">2. How to activate eSIM<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>To use eSIM Entel :<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n\n<li>Download eSIM app on your phone<\/li>\n\n\n<li>Login using details from your eSIM purchase<\/li>\n\n\n<li>Scan QR code or download eSIM profile<\/li>\n\n\n<li>Follow prompts to install eSIM<\/li>\n\n\n<li>May need phone restart to complete activation<\/li>\n\n\n<li>eSIM ready to use with included data<\/li>\n\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>&gt;&gt; Please check your detailed instructions below:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/peruesim.com\/installation-guide\/\">How to Install Peru eSIM: Full Guid<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/peruesim.com\/installation-guide\/iphone\/\">Activate eSIM on iPhone<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/peruesim.com\/installation-guide\/samsung\/\">Activate eSIM on Samsung phones<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/peruesim.com\/installation-guide\/google-pixel\/\">Activate eSIM on Google Pixel<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"vi-entel-call-sms-rates\">VI. Entel call &amp; SMS rates<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Entel Peru prepaid SIMs have the following key call and text rates:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Calls to Peru<\/strong> &#8211; PEN 0.49 per minute<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Texts to Peru<\/strong> &#8211; PEN 0.10 per SMS<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Calls to North America<\/strong> &#8211; PEN 1.98 per minute<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Texts to International<\/strong> &#8211; PEN 0.35 per SMS<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Incoming calls are free. Outgoing international calls are expensive so use VoIP services like WhatsApp.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Add credit by purchasing top-up vouchers (&#8220;recarga&#8221;) from stores and dealers across Peru.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&gt;&gt; Make an informed decision by comparing our rates with other providers:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/peruesim.com\/sim-card\/movistar\/#vi-movistar-peru-call-sms-rates\">Movistar Peru Call &amp; SMS Rates<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/peruesim.com\/sim-card\/claro\/#vi-claro-peru-call-sms-rates\">Claro Peru Call &amp; SMS Rates<\/a>\u201c<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Entel sim card provides excellent prepaid connectivity options for visitors with widespread networks. Their tourist SIM card packs offer convenience for short trips or longer Peru itineraries. eSIM is also available, providing more flexibility. With good speeds and value rates, Entel Peru SIM cards are a great choice during your travels across fascinating Peru.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Entel SIM Card is a versatile solution for travelers visiting Peru, offering seamless connectivity with extensive network coverage across the country. It allows tourists to stay connected with affordable data, calls, and texting plans, making it ideal for navigating, sharing experiences on social media, and staying in touch with loved ones. 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