Comparing The BEST Prepaid SIM Card Plans In Colombia

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If you are traveling to Colombia and can’t live without your internet and phone, then you must currently be on the hunt for the best prepaid SIM card you can get in Colombia. you have plenty of internet companies depending on just how connected you need to be.

If you are just passing through, then the best plans for you are prepago which equals to a pay-as-you-go plans. These are ideal as you don’t need to have a long-term contract.

All you have to do is buy a local sim card with the company of your choice, choose the length and plan you prefer, and you’re good to go!

Depending on how many calls and how much internet you’ll want to use, below are the main and most popular cell phone prepago plans and companies in Colombia.

 

Virgin

Prefer to keep your money in your pocket? No problem. If you think you will not be using your cell phone much, but would still like some internet and minutes just in case, Virgin’s prepaid SIM card plans in Colombia are pretty attractive.

Their prepago plans are called antiplanes and start at $12.000 or about $4 USD a month with which you will get 1 hour of calls, unlimited WhatsApp and 50MB of Facebook.

And in case you do need more data or minutes, you can always re-charge just one or the other with what Virgin calls ‘bolsas’.

This is ideal if you don’t plan on using your phone much. Although it does the job, do not expect great connection and speed.

 

Avantel

Avantel has some of the best prepaid SIM card deals in Colombia! Whether you want 1-day, 3-day, week of month plan, Avantel has it.

Their week plan starts at  $5.000 for 320 MB, 25 minutes of calls and unlimited FB and WhatsApp. This is perfect if you need to do some light browsing and getting your Ubers around the city. Of course, you can always extend or upgrade if you need more.

 

 

Tigo

Tigo offers 2 day, 6 day and 7-day plans. I personally find the 6-day plan to be the best deal. For only $6.000 or $2 USD you’ll get 120MB, 10 SMS and 30 minutes of calls.

It’s definitely not enough to browse, but it’s enough to get by ordering Ubers around the city and making quick calls to meet up all week long.

 

Claro

If you liked Tigo’s offering but are looking for more long term options? Claro also offers very similar packages and prices but extend to 10, 20 or 30 days.

If you like to browse, you can get 1000 MB, 200 minutes and 1000 SMS for $40.000 for a month. That will definitely give you enough to avoid conversations, read your morning news and fall asleep to at night.

 

ETB

ETB’s plan start at $5.000 for 420MB, 20 mins of calls and 100 SMS for a week, this is a great option for those who are looking for good connection and flexibility.

They also have a good deal at $20.000 or about $6 USD for 3.5 GB, 85 mins and 100 SMS. This should give you plenty to browse, call, and do just about everything you usually do.

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I personally suggest you go with companies who actively promote their prepago plan or prepaid SIM card plans. ETB’s prepago plans, although attractive, are indicated in a tiny font and the tariffs are listed to be valid only until a certain date.

Although I myself have a prepaid SIM card plan with Virgin, I personally don’t recommend it as if you plan on traveling to remote areas, you will not get great coverage.

WINNER: Avantel’s $20.000 or $6 USD plan

What it includes: 1400 MB, 100 minutes of calls, unlimited Facebook and Whatsapp.

I personally haven’t tried the company but after a bit of online research in Facebook groups, I have seen many positive comments. You seem to get a lot of value for your money.

That offers more bang for your buck compared to Virgin’s, Tigo’s and Claro’s $20.000 COP plans.

Before you activate your plan, you’ll need to get a SIM card of the company you decide to go with (which shouldn’t cost more than $2.000-$5.000).

I find it’s easiest to just walk in the store. Most prepago plans have have to be done in person and a representative of the company will surely be able to activate the plan you want on the spot.

 

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I hope this article was helpful to keep you connected while traveling in Colombia. Getting a prepaid SIM card in Colombia is really easy. You have plenty of options to choose from at a very low cost.

Do you already have a prepaid SIM card in Colombia? Which company do you use? Have you been happy with the service?