eSIM Medellin from £3.55

Name: eSIM Medellin
Brand: HelloRoam

HelloRoam is a global eSIM provider offering instant mobile data in 185+ countries. Buy prepaid travel eSIM plans with no extra fees, no contracts, and instant activation on any eSIM-compatible device.

An eSIM for Medellin from HelloRoam starts at £3.55 per day across 204+ carrier networks in 185+ countries. Activate via QR code in under two minutes on any eSIM compatible phone. Keep your EE, Vodafone, or Three number active through dual SIM.

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Last updatedJune 2026

Your Medellin eSIM with local network coverage

Cheap eSIM for Medellin, starting from £3.55. Local 4G LTE and 5G data on top carrier networks in Medellin. Works on all eSIM compatible phones. Buying a local SIM card on arrival wastes time you could spend exploring El Poblado or Laureles. A HelloRoam eSIM for Medellin activates before you board your flight from the UK. Plans start from £3.55 on movistar 5G and run on Colombia's strongest mobile networks. Scan a QR code at home, connect on landing, and keep your UK number active throughout the trip. No queue, no shop, no fuss at the airport. Choosing an e SIM Medellin from HelloRoam means instant QR delivery, no contract, and local network speeds from the moment you land.

Medellin eSIM with fast 5G coverage

Medellin is Colombia's second city and one of South America's most exciting destinations for British travellers, known for its transformation, cable cars, and year-round spring climate. Flights from London connect via Bogota or Miami to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport. Claro, Movistar, and Tigo provide 4G LTE across the city. A HelloRoam Colombia eSIM connects you on arrival. Plans start at $4.77.

Plans start at £3.55 with 5G speeds
Coverage from movistar
Instant activation in under 2 minutes
180-day money-back guarantee
Medellin coverage across major cities

Network: 5G
Plans From: £3.55
Activation: Under 2 min
Guarantee: 180 days

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Plans change. With HelloRoam, you can request a full refund on any unused eSIM plan within 180 days of purchase. No questions asked if the eSIM has not been activated.

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HelloRoam Medellin eSIM vs EE, Vodafone and Three roaming

When comparing eSIM vs a travel SIM card for Medellin, HelloRoam wins on price. EE charges £6/day on their Roam Abroad Pass, Vodafone charges £6.85/day on Xtra roaming, and Three Go Roam applies fair-use data caps. Skip the airport SIM kiosk and get the cheapest eSIM deal from £3.55 with instant QR activation.

HelloRoam Medellin eSIM vs EE, Vodafone and Three roaming
Feature		UK carrier roaming add-on	Budget eSIM
180-day refund policy
Round-the-clock live chat
£0 activation fees
99.8% uptime guarantee
No data overage charges
Instant QR code delivery
Premium Medellin carrier networks

Why UK Travellers Pick HelloRoam e-sim for Medellin

HelloRoam vs Other eSIM Providers for Medellin

HelloRoam eSIM reviews from UK travellers highlight the 180-day refund policy, no activation fees, and round-the-clock live support. See how HelloRoam compares to Airalo, Holafly, Saily, and other eSIM providers for your Medellin holiday.

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180-day refund policy
24/7 live chat support
£0 activation fees
99.8% uptime guarantee
No data overage charges
Instant QR code delivery
Premium Medellin carrier networks
Own branded carrier identity (SPN)

Medellin eSIM coverage guide for UK travellers

Medellin has reliable 4G LTE across El Poblado, Laureles, the Metro system, Metrocable, Comunas 13, and Jose Maria Cordova Airport. Your HelloRoam eSIM connects to Claro, Movistar, or Tigo on arrival.

HelloRoam connects to movistar 5G in Medellin
4G LTE across El Poblado, Laureles, Metro, Metrocable, and all main areas
Jose Maria Cordova Airport fully covered
Plans from $4.77 cover all of Colombia

eSIM Travel Tips for Medellin

Install your eSIM before your connecting flight to Medellin
Most UK flights to Medellin connect via Bogota or Miami. Install your HelloRoam Colombia eSIM at home before you depart. Connect at MDE on arrival.
Ride the Metrocable to see the city from above
Medellin's cable car lines connect hillside communities to the Metro. Line K to Comunas 1-2 and the outdoor escalator at Comunas 13 are must-see. Your HelloRoam eSIM keeps navigation live throughout.
Use the Medellin Metro card for all urban transport
The Civica card covers the Metro, Metrocable, Tranvia, and some buses. Buy one at any Metro station. Your HelloRoam eSIM gives you live route planning.
Keep your UK SIM for banking
British banks send SMS verification codes for overseas transactions. Keep your UK SIM active alongside your HelloRoam eSIM.
Data from $4.77 covers all of Colombia
A HelloRoam Colombia eSIM covers Medellin, Bogota, Cartagena, and the whole country. Plans start from $4.77.

Medellin mobile network coverage for British travellers

Medellin has strong 4G LTE coverage across its main districts. Claro, Movistar, and Tigo all operate 4G networks. Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) has full 4G coverage. El Poblado, Laureles, El Centro, Envigado, Sabaneta, and the Metrocable areas all have reliable outdoor signal. The Medellin Metro, Metrocable gondola lines, and Tranvia (tram) all have 4G at stations. The cable car communities of Comunas 1 and 2 (notably the outdoor escalator) have 4G along the main routes.

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Best time to visit Medellin from the UK

Medellin's nickname is the City of Eternal Spring. Temperatures stay around 18C to 28C year-round at 1,495 metres altitude. December through February and June through August are the driest months and best for British visitors. March through May and September through November are wetter. The Feria de las Flores (Flower Festival) in August is the city's biggest event and draws huge crowds.

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Common Questions About Medellin eSIM

An eSIM for Medellin from HelloRoam starts from £3.55 on movistar 5G networks. Plans cover El Poblado, Laureles, and the wider metropolitan area with solid data speeds. Activate by QR code before your long-haul flight from Heathrow and land at José María Córdova Airport already connected.

An e-sim Medellin plan from HelloRoam connects to Colombia's main mobile networks with reliable coverage across the city. HelloRoam gives you local data speeds without a physical SIM card. Choose your plan, scan the QR code, and you are online within minutes of landing. Your UK number stays active throughout your trip.

A HelloRoam Colombia plan connects to movistar 5G across Medellin, covering El Poblado, Laureles, the Metrocable routes up to the comunas, and Jose Marie Cordova International Airport. Plans start from £3.55 with a 180-day refund guarantee. Activate before your long-haul UK departure.

A HelloRoam Colombia plan runs on movistar 5G on the main road between Medellin and Guatape, including El Penol reservoir and the granite rock. Plans start from £3.55 with no contract. Remote rural mountain areas may have intermittent signal, as on any network.

A HelloRoam Colombia eSIM works in Medellin on Claro, Movistar, and Tigo 4G LTE networks. Coverage is reliable across El Poblado, Laureles, the Metro, and Jose Maria Cordova Airport. HelloRoam eSIM for Medellin connects to Claro / Movistar with 4G LTE coverage across major tourist and urban areas. Plans start from $4.77. Activate by scanning a QR code before departure. No physical SIM card or airport queue needed.

Yes. Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) has full 4G LTE coverage. Your HelloRoam eSIM connects on arrival. The airport has full 4G LTE coverage across all terminals. Activate your data in Settings when you land and HelloRoam connects automatically to Claro / Movistar. No queue, no SIM counter: you are online within seconds of landing.

Yes. Colombia has no roaming agreement with UK carriers. A HelloRoam eSIM avoids daily UK carrier charges. HelloRoam eSIM for Medellin connects to Claro / Movistar with 4G LTE coverage across major tourist and urban areas. Plans start from $4.77. Activate by scanning a QR code before departure. No physical SIM card or airport queue needed.

Yes. El Poblado, Parque El Poblado, and the surrounding restaurant and nightlife district have strong outdoor 4G coverage. Outdoor areas and main tourist zones have strong 4G LTE signal from Claro / Movistar. Large indoor venues or underground spaces may have slightly weaker coverage. HelloRoam eSIM automatically connects to the strongest available signal.

Yes. The Medellin Metro stations, the Metrocable gondola lines, and the Tranvia tram all have 4G at stations and along the elevated sections. Major stations have 4G coverage for navigation and messaging. In deep tunnel sections between stations the signal may drop briefly. Download offline maps before entering the metro as a backup so you have navigation even without a connection.

Yes. The Comunas 1 and 2 area, the outdoor electric escalator at Communa 13, and the Metrocable stations all have 4G coverage. Remote hillside paths beyond the stations can have weaker signal. Outdoor areas and main tourist zones have strong 4G LTE signal from Claro / Movistar. Large indoor venues or underground spaces may have slightly weaker coverage. HelloRoam eSIM automatically connects to the strongest available signal.

Colombian SIM cards require passport registration. A HelloRoam Colombia eSIM is simpler: install at home, connect at MDE on arrival, no registration needed. HelloRoam eSIM for Medellin connects to Claro / Movistar with 4G LTE coverage across major tourist and urban areas. Plans start from $4.77. Activate by scanning a QR code before departure. No physical SIM card or airport queue needed.

Yes. A HelloRoam Colombia eSIM covers all of Colombia including Bogota, Cartagena, Cali, and the whole country. HelloRoam eSIM for Medellin connects to Claro / Movistar with 4G LTE coverage across major tourist and urban areas. Plans start from $4.77. Activate by scanning a QR code before departure. No physical SIM card or airport queue needed.

Number of days	Price
1 day	£6.12
3 days	£17.61
7 days	£41.08
15 days	£85.15
22 days	£119.27
30 days	£156.90

Category	Recommended	Colombian SIM card	UK carrier roaming
Typical cost	From £3.55 total	£3.73–£18.63 total	£3.73–£11.18/day
Details	From $4.77. Install at home, connect at MDE on arrival. No SIM purchase needed.	Local Colombian SIMs require passport registration. Available in Medellin but require time to set up.	UK carriers charge daily fees for Colombia. A two-week Medellin trip with daily roaming adds significantly to your bill.

Number of days	Price
1 day	£6.12
3 days	£17.61
7 days	£41.08
15 days	£85.15
22 days	£119.27
30 days	£156.90

Category	Recommended	Colombian SIM card	UK carrier roaming
Typical cost	From £3.55 total	£3.73–£18.63 total	£3.73–£11.18/day
Details	From $4.77. Install at home, connect at MDE on arrival. No SIM purchase needed.	Local Colombian SIMs require passport registration. Available in Medellin but require time to set up.	UK carriers charge daily fees for Colombia. A two-week Medellin trip with daily roaming adds significantly to your bill.

eSIM Medellin

Your Medellin eSIM with local network coverage

eSIM Medellin

Your Medellin eSIM with local network coverage

Medellin eSIM with fast 5G coverage

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HelloRoam Medellin eSIM vs EE, Vodafone and Three roaming

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Common Questions About Medellin eSIM

What does an eSIM for Medellin cost for UK travellers?

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Does a HelloRoam Medellin eSIM cover El Poblado, Laureles, and the cable car routes?

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Is there signal at El Poblado?

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Is there signal in the Comunas cable car areas?

Is there a SIM card for Medellin?

Does the eSIM cover the rest of Colombia?

What currency does Colombia use?

Is there signal at Guatape?

Can I use Uber in Medellin?

How to Set Up an eSIM in Medellin

Round-the-clock live chat support

Best eSIM for Medellin

Dual SIM ready

204+ carrier networks including Medellin

Data alerts before you run out

Local network speeds in Medellin

Global and regional plans

Hotspot and data sharing in Medellin

eSIM Prices for Medellin