“Through two weeks of a four week trip it has essentially never worked baring a few moments here and there where it miraculously connected to the Digicel Network. I used it once for about 200mb as a hotspot before that stopped as well. Virtually useless and needed to buy a local SIM, from the same provider (Digicel) which works perfectly. This provider, in the Caribbean at least, should be avoided. Plus the help email responses just kept telling me they could not find any issues and to ensure I have settings correct, so pretty useless in that regard as well as they never actually found a solution.”

Mike

Dec 14, 2025

Barbados Travel eSIM FAQ

Everything you need to know about using eSIMs in Barbados

How many travel eSIM brands (providers) are available for use in Barbados, and how many prepaid data plans are there?

There are more than 120 eSIM providers and more than 2700 prepaid data plans available in Barbados. With such a broad selection, travelers can easily find an eSIM that fits their needs.

Are there any unlimited data eSIM plans available for Barbados?

Yes, there are unlimited data eSIM plans available that cover Barbados. Providers such as Truely and Yesim offer unlimited data options with validity periods ranging from 1 to 30 days. The pricing for these unlimited plans starts around $11.90 USD and can go up to roughly $161.86 USD, depending on the provider and the length of the validity period. Both providers allow tethering, and the plans may include speed throttling after a certain usage threshold. Travelers should choose a plan that meets their expected data usage and budget, keeping in mind the possible speed adjustments included with the unlimited offer.

What are the major mobile networks available for a travel eSIM in Barbados?

Digicel Barbados: "A leading telecommunications provider offering extensive mobile coverage and services across the island."
Flow Barbados: "A major telecom operator providing comprehensive mobile network services throughout Barbados."

In Barbados, there are no known Mobile Virtual Network Operators (MVNOs). Therefore, most travel eSIMs rely on the infrastructure of the major Mobile Network Operators (MNOs) mentioned above.

Can I get a travel eSIM with a phone number and SMS for Barbados?

Yes, travel eSIM plans that include a phone number and SMS for Barbados are available. Providers such as GlobaleSIM, Roamify, Orange Travel, Earth Esim, MoreMins eSIM and TravelKon offer these options. The plans cover a range of data limits from 1 GB to 20 GB, validity periods from 7 days to 365 days, and prices that start around $5 USD and rise to about $105 USD for the largest packages. All the listed plans support inbound and outbound voice and SMS.

For travelers who want a local Barbados number, only the GlobaleSIM and Roamify plans use the Barbados dialing code +1. These provide a local number for calls and SMS on the island. The other providers—Orange Travel, Earth Esim, MoreMins eSIM and TravelKon—use foreign dialing codes such as +33 (France) or +44 (United Kingdom), so their numbers are not local to Barbados.

Summarized by AI, Last updated: May 15, 2026