You don’t need to be disconnected – there are several ways to have internet during your trip to the USA, even with unlimited plan options. In this text, I will tell you the best alternatives and how to buy a chip in the United States. Another way for you to travel peacefully, right?
How does the internet work in the USA?
The most practical way, without a doubt, is to buy an internet chip from the United States online, receive it at home and embark with it. This way you save your travel time, after all you won’t have to get a chip at the airport. One option is the Viaje Conectado website, from Yes Brasil.
It’s also worth saying that it’s almost always better to buy a chip like this than simply using your Brazilian operator’s plan, which can be much more expensive.
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What is the best internet chip for the United States?
Viaje Conectado has several types of plans – see the price of each one below and what they offer. All chips accept recharge.
One important thing to understand is that not all devices are compatible with all plans. Any US internet chip is compatible with iPhones, from 5 onwards; with a Samsung Galaxy S5 or higher; Galaxy J5 Prime; J7 Pro; J5 Prime or newer models; and Galaxy A5 2017 or later.
Attention: Anyone who has a Motorola, Asus, Lenovo, Sony, LG or other brand device needs to choose the United States, Mexico and Canada plan. In this case, it is enough for the device to meet the basic 3G/4G technology requirements. If you have questions, contact support via WhatsApp: +1 (407) 334-3633.
1. United States Chip 5GB of data
O Chip Travel Connected United States 5GB Dice costs $49.99, to use 5GB within 30 days. It doesn’t matter if you’re staying for one day or thirty, the price is the same. It also includes unlimited calls to Brazil or local calls within the United States. However, note that this is not an unlimited internet chip.
It is also worth mentioning that this chip does not have an option for collection at delivery points, and is only sent by post or collected at Yes Brasil stores.
2. Chip United States Unlimited
The United States Unlimited plan starts at US$35.99 for five days and the value increases with each added day. For 30 days, the total cost is $71.99. It offers unlimited calling, but only for local calls within the US. The internet can be shared by making your cell phone a free router for others to use. Therefore, it may be the best option for those traveling with a partner.
3. USA unlimited internet chip (data only)
The name is similar, but there is a difference. The USA Unlimited Data plan is for those who do not need to make calls – or intend to use applications like WhatsApp to do so. The price for trips of up to 5 days is US$33.99, a little cheaper, and is recalculated as you add more days. The maximum price, for 30 days, is $57.99. Much more affordable, right?
The internet can be shared by turning your cell phone into a free router, which makes the price even more attractive.
4. Chip United States, Canada and Mexico
Don’t you just want to stay in the United States? Know that there is a plan option that also offers internet in Canada and Mexico. As said before, This is the only one compatible with all devices, including Motorola, Lenovo, LG, Asus and Sony. Prices for this chip depend on the duration of the trip. But be careful: this chip does not do routingaccording to the Viaje Conectado website.
Plans of up to 13 days and 8 gigs cost US$55.99; 14 to 30 days and 20 gigs cost US$75.99. Offers local calls within the United States only.
How to buy a SIM card for the United States?
Viaje Conectado’s plans end up compensating a lot for those who are staying longer. For this reason, the chip is one of the best for the United States.
- To make a purchase, simply click here,
- Enter your travel dates and choose how many chips you want.
- By pressing the “buy now” button you will be directed to enter the discount coupon, if available.
- Then just fill in the address and choose the type of shipping, among other personal data, to complete the purchase.
Regarding shipping, the price varies depending on your rush. Therefore, buy in advance to save money if you want to receive it by post. The cheapest option is to pick up at some accredited tourism agency in your citywhich costs $2.99.
To receive it at home, standard delivery takes 7 to 15 business days and you can receive it throughout Brazil or the USA, for $5.99. Express delivery costs $20.99 and takes 4 business days in capital cities and up to 6 business days for inland cities. Anyone who lives in São Paulo, or will receive it in the United States, can pay $25.99 to have the chip in up to 2 days.
Payment options are bank slip, Paypal or credit card. It is possible to pay in installments, but interest is charged.
