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Canada at a glance
Checked 4 November 2026- Cheapest plan listed
- $51 GB / 7 days, Ubigi (Saily: $5.29)
- 7 days unlimited
- $19.99Maya’s global plan; the cheapest Canada plan is Airalo at $28.87
- 10 GB for 30 days
- $19Ubigi (Airalo and Nomad: $23)
- Do this first
- Flying in? Get an eTA (CAD $7) on Canada.ca
These Canada plans are data-only, with no Canadian phone number. Keep your home SIM on for bank and app SMS codes.
Why Canada is different
Prices are high. 10 GB for 30 days costs $19 to $30.99 here, and a month of unlimited from a Canada plan runs $69 (Ubigi) to $95.90 (Holafly). Maya’s global plan ($49.99 for 30 days) is the lowest month of unlimited data we found.
Networks differ by provider. Airalo names Bell, Nomad lists Rogers and Freedom Mobile, and Ubigi lists Bell, Freedom, SaskTel, Telus and Vidéotron. Holafly, Saily, Yesim and Maya didn’t name one on the pages we read.
Coverage ends quickly. In national parks and on long highway stretches you can lose signal on any network. Download offline maps before you leave town.
Quick picks
A week or two, normal use
A 10 GB / 30-day fixed plan. Ubigi listed $19, and Airalo and Nomad $23.
Heavy use or tethering
Maya’s global plan is $19.99 for 7 days. Among Canada plans, Airalo ($28.87) and Ubigi ($29) are the lowest for a week.
Road trips and smaller towns
Ubigi lists five Canadian networks, more than any other provider here. 50 GB for 30 days costs $59, the lowest of that size.
Crossing the border
A Canada plan doesn’t cover the USA. Add a US plan (see our USA guide) or use a global plan such as Maya’s.
Step 1: Size your plan for Canada
Maps, ride-hailing, transit apps and messaging use little data. Uploading photos and videos and making video calls use much more. As a rough guide, maps and messaging use hundreds of megabytes a day, while video and video calls can use several gigabytes. These are general estimates, not measurements.
Under a week, maps, messages and transport apps
3–5 GB fixed plan
1–2 weeks, photos, social apps and video
10–20 GB fixed, or unlimited
Remote work, video calls, long road trips with navigation
Unlimited, after checking its fair-use and hotspot rules
Step 2: Compare published prices
Unlimited plans by trip length
| Days | Airalo | Nomad | Holafly | Ubigi | Yesim |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 days | $17.61 | $18 | $19.90 | — | $15.48 (lowest listed) |
| 5 days | $23.24 (lowest listed) | $25 | $28.90 | — | $25.80 |
| 7 days | $28.87 (lowest listed) | $30 | $36.50 | $29 | $36.12 |
| 10 days | $33.80 (lowest listed) | $35 | $39.50 | — | $41.47 |
| 15 days | $44.01 | — | $50.50 | $39 (lowest listed) | $50.40 |
| 30 days | $80.99 | — | $95.90 | $69 (lowest listed) | $86.40 |
Lowest listed price in the row — means no plan of that length was listed. Holafly ($6.90) and Yesim ($5.16) also sell a single day. Maya sells one global unlimited plan at the same price for every country: $9.99 for 3 days, $19.99 for 7, $27.99 for 14 and $49.99 for 30 (see Maya). Official pages, checked 4 November 2026.
Fixed-data plans
| Data | Airalo | Nomad | Saily | Ubigi | Yesim |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 GB | $7.003 days | $77 days | $5.297 days | $57 days (lowest listed) | $5.4030 days |
| 3 GB | $9.007 days | $830 days (lowest listed) | $12.9930 days | $915 days | $10.8030 days |
| 5 GB | $18.0030 days | $1330 days (lowest listed) | $17.9930 days | — | $15.0030 days |
| 10 GB | $23.0030 days | $2330 days | $30.9930 days | $1930 days (lowest listed) | $26.4030 days |
| 20 GB | $37.0030 days (lowest listed) | $3930 days | $43.9930 days | — | $39.6030 days |
| 50 GB | $84.0030 days | $6930 days | — | $5930 days (lowest listed) | — |
Lowest listed price in the row Validity differs, so compare the small print as well as the price. Where a provider sells the same data amount for several lengths, we show the longest. Airalo also lists shorter versions (for example 10 GB for 7 days at $18.00). Ubigi also lists 10 GB for 7 days ($15), 25 GB for 30 days ($39), and year-long plans: 60 GB for 12 months ($70), 100 GB for 360 days ($99) and 240 GB for 12 months ($148). Official pages, checked 4 November 2026.
Step 3: Check the fine print
- Networks. Airalo: Bell. Nomad: Rogers and Freedom Mobile. Ubigi: Bell, Freedom, SaskTel, Telus and Vidéotron. Holafly, Saily, Yesim and Maya didn’t name one.
- Unlimited isn’t always unlimited. Holafly’s Canada page limits hotspot sharing to 1 GB a day. Ubigi says data sharing is allowed but a fair-use policy may apply. Airalo’s Canada page didn’t state a fair-use limit.
- Not for residents. Ubigi says its Canada plans can’t be used by Canadian residents in Canada. They’re meant for visitors.
- Activation windows. Nomad starts a plan automatically 60 days after purchase if you haven’t used it. Saily gives 180 days. Ubigi’s plan starts when you arrive.
- No Canadian number. These plans are data-only. Saily sells an optional US phone number, and Yesim offers a 20-minute calling add-on.
The seven providers
Airalo
- Canada from
- $7.001 GB / 3 days
- Unlimited
- $28.877 days; $80.99 for 30 days
- 10 GB / 30 days
- $23.00
What stands out
The lowest week of unlimited among Canada plans ($28.87) and a wide range of fixed sizes, on Bell.
What to watch
Its smallest plan (1 GB for 3 days) costs $7.00, and 30 days of unlimited is $80.99. The Canada page doesn’t state a fair-use limit.
Nomad
- Canada from
- $71 GB / 7 days
- 10 GB / 30 days
- $23
- Unlimited
- $183 days; $35 for 10
What stands out
Lists Rogers and Freedom Mobile, and 3 GB for 30 days costs $8, the lowest 30-day 3 GB plan here.
What to watch
Unlimited stops at 10 days ($35), and plans start automatically 60 days after purchase.
Holafly
- Canada from
- $6.901 day unlimited
- Unlimited
- $36.507 days; $95.90 for 30 days
- Fixed data
- Not sold
What stands out
The simplest choice: pick the number of days and get unlimited data. Every eSIM includes Always On backup.
What to watch
The most expensive here at most lengths (30 days is $95.90), and its Canada page limits hotspot sharing to 1 GB a day.
Saily
- Canada from
- $5.291 GB / 7 days
- 10 GB / 30 days
- $30.99
- Unlimited
- Sold; check current price
What stands out
From the company behind NordVPN. You get 180 days to activate, and you can add a US phone number.
What to watch
Its 10 GB for 30 days ($30.99) is the most expensive of that size here, and we couldn’t read its unlimited price for each length.
Ubigi
- Canada from
- $51 GB / 7 days
- 10 GB / 30 days
- $19
- Unlimited
- $297 days; $39 for 15; $69 for 30
What stands out
The lowest prices here for 10 GB ($19) and 50 GB ($59) over 30 days, and the most networks listed. It also sells year-long plans for frequent visitors.
What to watch
A fair-use policy may apply to unlimited plans, and Ubigi says Canadian residents can’t use its Canada plans at home.
Yesim
- Canada from
- $5.401 GB / 30 days
- 10 GB / 30 days
- $26.40
- Unlimited
- $36.127 days; $86.40 for 30
What stands out
Every fixed plan lasts 30 days, and unlimited can be bought by the day ($5.16 for one).
What to watch
It doesn’t name a network, and its unlimited plans are among the highest here ($36.12 for 7 days).
Maya
- 3 days
- $9.99unlimited data
- 7 days
- $19.99unlimited data
- 30 days
- $49.99unlimited data
What stands out
The lowest price we found for 3, 7, 14 or 30 days of unlimited data, often well below Canada-only plans. It’s one global plan, so the same eSIM keeps working if Canada is one stop of several. Maya’s page says "No caps, no throttling."
What to watch
It renews automatically while Travel Mode is on, so turn it off when you get home. The page we read doesn’t name the local networks or spell out a fair-use policy, and we haven’t tested the no-throttling claim.
Will your phone work?
- eSIM-capable and unlocked. Apple lists iPhone XS, XS Max, XR or later. Settings → General → About should say "No SIM restrictions" next to Carrier Lock (full checklist).
- Bought in mainland China? Apple says that in China mainland only the iPhone 18 Pro, 18 Pro Max, iPhone Duo, iPhone 17e and iPhone Air support eSIM. Many older mainland models use two physical SIM cards instead, so check for Add eSIM in your settings before you buy a plan.
- Bought in Hong Kong or Macau? Apple notes that certain iPhone models sold there have two nano-SIM slots. Check for Add eSIM in your settings first.
- Install before you fly. Install the eSIM at home on Wi-Fi and leave the line switched off until you land (install guide).
Entry: the eTA
Most visa-exempt travellers flying to or through a Canadian airport need an Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA). It costs CAD $7, is linked to your passport, and is valid for up to 5 years or until your passport expires, whichever comes first. US citizens and US lawful permanent residents don’t need one. Travellers arriving by car, bus, train or boat don’t need an eTA, though they still need the right documents.
Use the official site
Apply only on Canada.ca. Other sites charge extra to submit the same form, and the government fee is CAD $7.
Our take
Canada plans are expensive, so compare carefully. For fixed data, Ubigi’s 10 GB for 30 days at $19 is the lowest-cost plan here and it lists five networks. For unlimited, Maya’s global plan undercuts every Canada-only plan we checked. If you’re flying in, get your eTA on Canada.ca.
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Before you fly
Get your eTA
If you’re flying in on a visa-exempt passport (not a US one), apply on Canada.ca. The fee is CAD $7.
Buy and install at home
Check your phone is unlocked and eSIM-capable (how to check), then install on Wi-Fi before departure. With Nomad, don’t buy more than 60 days ahead.
Switch on when you land
Turn on the travel line, enable data roaming for that line, and set it as your mobile-data line.
Download offline maps
Signal drops in parks and on long highways. Save maps and bookings before you set off.
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What’s the cheapest Canada eSIM?
On the official pages we checked (4 November 2026), 1 GB started at $5 (Ubigi, 7 days). For 10 GB over 30 days, Ubigi listed $19. For a week of unlimited data, Maya’s global plan was $19.99, and the cheapest Canada plan was Airalo at $28.87.
Why are Canada eSIMs so expensive?
We can’t see providers’ wholesale costs, but the pattern is clear in our tables: the same plan size usually costs more in Canada than in our Europe or Southeast Asia guides.
Which network do Canada travel eSIMs use?
Airalo names Bell, Nomad lists Rogers and Freedom Mobile, and Ubigi lists Bell, Freedom, SaskTel, Telus and Vidéotron. Holafly, Saily, Yesim and Maya didn’t name a network on the pages we read.
Will a Canada eSIM work in the USA?
Not a single-country Canada plan. Buy a US plan as well, or use a global plan that lists both countries.
Do I need an eTA for Canada?
Most visa-exempt air travellers do. It costs CAD $7 on Canada.ca and is valid up to 5 years or until your passport expires. US citizens and US lawful permanent residents are exempt.
Can Canadians use these eSIMs at home?
They’re made for visitors. Ubigi says its Canada plans can’t be used by Canadian residents in Canada; check each provider’s terms.
Sources and method
Last checked 4 November 2026
All prices and plan facts on this page were read from these official pages on 4 November 2026. We have not purchased or tested these plans ourselves; we summarize what the providers publish, in our own words. Read our method.
- Airalo — Canada eSIMsChecked 4 November 2026
- Nomad — Canada eSIMChecked 4 November 2026
- Holafly — Canada eSIMChecked 4 November 2026
- Saily — Canada eSIMChecked 4 November 2026
- Yesim — Canada eSIMChecked 4 November 2026
- Maya — Canada eSIMChecked 4 November 2026
- Ubigi — Canada data plansChecked 4 November 2026
- Ubigi — Canada unlimited 7 daysChecked 4 November 2026
- Government of Canada — Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA): how to applyChecked 4 November 2026
- Government of Canada — eTA fact sheet (PDF)Checked 4 November 2026
- Apple Support — Use eSIM while traveling internationally with your iPhoneChecked 4 November 2026
- SafetyWing: Nomad InsuranceChecked 4 November 2026