Stay connected across the Dominican Republic with 4G/LTE and 5G on Altice, Claro, and Viva. Punta Cana's resort corridor, Santo Domingo's colonial zone (oldest European city in the Americas), and Puerto Plata's beach strip all have strong 4G. Works across all major resort towns and cities.
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Change your mind within 7 days and we refund in full — as long as the eSIM is unused or under 100 MB, so you can install it and check it connects first. A plan that genuinely fails is refunded any time. Details.
Pick data amount and validity. Pay with card, Apple Pay, or Google Pay.
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Scan the QR code
We email a QR code instantly. Scan it in Settings — installed in under 60 seconds. No app needed.
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Land online in Dominican Republic
Your phone connects to local networks automatically when you arrive. No SIM swap, no kiosk. Hotspot included.
Network
Coverage & connectivity.
Networks we run on in Dominican Republic
Claro4G
Your device connects to the strongest available network automatically — no manual setup.
Santo Domingo Santiago Punta Cana Puerto Plata
Altice (formerly Orange) and Claro provide 4G/LTE across all resort areas and cities. Punta Cana resort corridor — from Cap Cana to Bávaro — has excellent 4G/5G. Santo Domingo's Zona Colonial (UNESCO) has 5G. Santiago city (second largest) has 4G/5G. Puerto Plata Malecón and the Teleféricode (cable car to Mount Isabel de Torres) have 4G. Samaná Peninsula (whale-watching, Los Haitises) has 4G in Santa Bárbara de Samaná town. Jarabacoa (mountain sports, white-water rafting) has 4G. Barahona Province and the southwest (Lago Enriquillo, flamingos) has 4G in main towns.
Plan size
How much data do you need?
Pick your travel style and trip length — we'll suggest the right Dominican Republic plan, no guessing.
Yes. The entire Punta Cana–Bávaro resort corridor has excellent 4G/5G from Altice and Claro. All-inclusive resorts, beach clubs, and golf courses are all covered.
Is there coverage in Santo Domingo's Colonial Zone?
Yes. The Zona Colonial (the oldest European city in the Americas) has 5G. The Catedral Primada de América and Fortaleza Ozama are all well-connected.
Does this eSIM work for whale watching in Samaná?
Yes. Samaná town and the whale-watching boats have 4G in the bay. Open ocean beyond the bay may have limited signal.
What currency does the Dominican Republic use?
Dominican peso (DOP). USD is widely accepted in tourist areas but local prices in pesos are better value. ATMs dispense pesos; some dispense USD.
Does the eSIM work at the border with Haiti?
Yes on the Dominican side. The border town of Dajabón has 4G. Haiti uses different carrier networks — you'd need a separate Haiti eSIM on the other side.
What is an eSIM?
An eSIM (embedded SIM) is a digital SIM built into your phone. Instead of a physical card, you scan a QR code and your plan installs instantly — no SIM tray needed.
Is my phone eSIM-compatible?
iPhone XS (2018) and newer, most Android flagships from 2020+, and all Samsung Galaxy S21+ devices support eSIM. Check our compatibility page for the full device list.
How do I install the eSIM?
After purchase, we email a QR code. On iPhone: Settings → Cellular → Add eSIM → Scan QR Code. On Android: Settings → Network & Internet → SIMs → Add eSIM. The whole process takes under 60 seconds.
Can I keep my regular SIM while using this eSIM?
Yes. Most phones support dual SIM (physical + eSIM). Keep your home number for calls and SMS — use Flysimio for data abroad. You control which SIM handles what in your phone Settings.
Does the eSIM include a hotspot (tethering)?
Yes, all Flysimio plans include mobile hotspot at no extra charge. Share your data connection with laptops, tablets, or other devices freely.
What happens when my data runs out?
You can top up data from your account dashboard at any time. Top-ups are applied instantly — no need to buy a new eSIM or wait.
Can I get a refund?
Yes. We offer a full refund within 7 days of purchase. Contact contact@flysimio.com with your order number.
How long is the eSIM valid for?
You have 6 months from your purchase date to activate the eSIM. Once activated, the plan validity period (e.g., 7 days, 30 days) begins counting down.
Will the eSIM work at the airport when I land?
Yes — as long as you installed the eSIM before your flight, it activates automatically when your phone connects to a local network on landing. No Wi-Fi required for activation.
What if the QR code doesn't scan?
If the QR code won't scan, you can enter the activation code manually — we include both in the email. You can also contact our 24/7 support team and we'll resend or manually provision your eSIM.
eSIM in Dominican Republic
The complete guide.
Best eSIM for travel to the Dominican Republic
The best Dominican Republic eSIM combines resort-to-city coverage, clear pricing, and instant setup. Flysimio runs on Altice, Claro, and Viva — networks that cover the Punta Cana resort corridor, Santo Domingo's colonial zone, and Puerto Plata's beaches. Plans are prepaid with no contract and no roaming surprises, so the price you see is what you pay. Your QR code arrives by email seconds after checkout and installs in under a minute, every plan includes free mobile hotspot, and there's a 7-day money-back guarantee. Land at Punta Cana or Santo Domingo already connected — no airport SIM queue, and no reliance on slow resort Wi-Fi.
How to set up a Dominican Republic eSIM (step by step)
Getting online in the Dominican Republic takes about two minutes. First, confirm your phone supports eSIM — iPhone XS (2018) and newer and most Android flagships from 2020 qualify. Choose your Dominican Republic plan on Flysimio and pay with card, Apple Pay, or Google Pay; your QR code arrives by email within seconds. On Wi-Fi before you fly, open Settings → Cellular → Add eSIM (iPhone) or Network & Internet → SIMs → Add eSIM (Android) and scan it — a manual code is included too. Keep your home line as default until arrival. When you land at Punta Cana, Santo Domingo, or Puerto Plata, your Flysimio line connects automatically to a Dominican network — no kiosk, no physical SIM.
How much data do you need in the Dominican Republic?
Most travellers over-buy. For maps, messaging, and email, roughly 300 MB a day is plenty, so a 3–5 GB plan covers a week at the resort comfortably. Add social media, beach photos, and music and you'll want about 700 MB a day — a 10 GB plan suits a two-week stay or a trip combining Punta Cana with Santo Domingo. Heavy streamers, video callers, and anyone tethering a laptop should plan for 1.5 GB or more per day or choose an unlimited daily plan. Use the calculator above to size it, and you can top up mid-trip if you run low — no waiting on patchy resort Wi-Fi.
Using a Dominican Republic eSIM on iPhone and Android
Flysimio runs as a second line beside your usual SIM, so you keep your home number for calls and texts while your Dominican data flows over the eSIM — standard dual-SIM behaviour on iPhone XS and later and most Android phones from 2018. After installing, set the Flysimio eSIM as your cellular-data line and turn on Data Roaming for that line only; it simply lets the eSIM connect to Dominican networks, with no roaming fees. Keep your home SIM on for messages and calls, or switch it off to avoid your own carrier's charges. If you're unsure about your model, the compatibility page confirms it before you buy.
Hotspot, calls, and texts on a Dominican Republic data eSIM
Every Flysimio Dominican Republic plan includes mobile hotspot at no extra cost and without throttling, so you can tether a laptop or tablet or share with a travel companion and use your full allowance freely — usually faster and more reliable than all-inclusive resort Wi-Fi. As a data-only eSIM it has no Dominican phone number, but that rarely matters: WhatsApp, FaceTime, Messenger, and Google Meet handle calls and messages over data, and your home number stays reachable on your primary SIM. You stay connected from the beach to the capital without the per-minute charges of traditional roaming.
Short Dominican Republic trips vs. long stays
For a week at a Punta Cana resort, a small 3–5 GB plan on a 7-day validity is usually plenty. For a two-week stay or a trip combining the beaches with Santo Domingo and Samaná, a 10–20 GB plan or an unlimited daily option lets you navigate, stream, and share without watching a meter. Because Flysimio gives you six months to activate, you can buy before you leave and the validity only starts when your eSIM first connects in the Dominican Republic. No contract, nothing to cancel — the plan stops when it's done, and you can top up or rebuy for your next trip.
