Guatemala: Mobile Coverage & Carriers
ESIMBYCOUNTRY at checkout · See all codes →Guatemala's mobile market is served by two major carriers: Tigo and Claro. Both networks commercially operate 3G and 4G/LTE services across the country. The LTE infrastructure primarily utilizes three key frequency bands: Band 2 (1900 MHz), Band 4 (AWS), and Band 28 (700 MHz). These bands form the backbone of data connectivity for mobile users and roaming devices in the country.
Regarding eSIM availability, some local carriers in Guatemala do issue eSIMs, though coverage of this technology among providers is not universal. Visitors and users considering eSIM options should verify directly with their intended carrier, as adoption remains selective. As of the current reporting period, 5G has not been commercially launched in Guatemala, so travelers and local users should plan their connectivity around the established 3G and 4G/LTE networks.
| Connectivity | As publicly reported |
|---|---|
| Network generations | 3G, 4G/LTE |
| Main mobile networks (MNOs) | Tigo, Claro |
| Key travel bands | B2(1900), B4(AWS), B28(700) |
| Local eSIM support | Some local carriers issue eSIMs |
| Region | Latin America & Caribbean |
| Capital | Guatemala City |
| Calling code | +502 |
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eSIM providers covering Guatemala
| Provider | Destination coverage | Activation | Plans |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sim Local | Dedicated Guatemala destination page (verified on the provider's site 2026-07-14) | Digital delivery — installs as an eSIM profile on an eSIM-capable, unlocked phone | See plans →10% off with our code ESIMBYCOUNTRY at checkout |
Provider destination pages checked on 2026-07-08 and 2026-07-14. Plans and prices are live on the provider's site — never stored or estimated here. We only list partners we can link and verify directly; this table grows as more providers pass review. How we compile this →
Compiled from public-record telecom facts (the MNO roster, commercially-launched 3G/4G/5G generations, deployed travel-relevant bands and local-eSIM support) and verified June 2026; see the source we compile this country from. How we compile this. Plan prices are supplied by the eSIM provider feed at publish time, not stored here.