5 plans from 1GB to 10GB. Buy now, scan the QR, and your data works the moment you land.
It runs on Dominican Republic's national mobile networks, so the same plan works right across the country, including Punta Cana and Santo Domingo. There is nothing extra to buy for a city or island.
Slashtel Dominican Republic eSIMs start at $4.49 for 1GB over 7 days, across 5 plans. The lowest price per GB is $2.83 on the 3GB plan. A one-week trip costs from $4.49 (1GB). It connects to Altice and Claro on up to 4G. Prices checked 9 October 2026.
Last checked: September 2026
A Dominican Republic eSIM gives you data from the moment you land, without hunting for a local SIM. It suits resort holidays in Punta Cana, city stays in Santo Domingo, and family visits where you want to stay connected. The eSIM is data only, so there is no local number. You can make WhatsApp calls over data, but for regular calls and bank OTPs you keep your home SIM in the phone.
For a week at a resort, most people use data for maps, messaging, social media and checking restaurant reviews. Streaming video and uploading photos use more. If you plan to work remotely or stream a lot, choose a larger plan. You can start with a smaller plan and top up later if needed. The eSIM allows hotspot and tethering, so you can share data with a laptop or another device.
Buy your eSIM before you travel and install it at home using the QR code that arrives by email in under 60 seconds. The validity starts when the eSIM first connects at your destination, so you can install it days before your trip without losing any days. Use our installation guide to set it up. Also check your phone is eSIM compatible before buying.
Your eSIM is data only, so it cannot receive SMS or make regular calls. Keep your home SIM in the phone for calls and bank OTPs. You can use WhatsApp for calls and messages over data. For more details, see our guide on calls, texts and OTPs on a data eSIM.
If you stay longer than planned, you can top up the same eSIM without needing a new QR code. The extra data is added to the same eSIM. If you need to add credit for family in the Dominican Republic, we offer Claro top-ups for family in the Dominican Republic.
WhatsApp support is available before, during and after your trip. Unused eSIMs are covered for 14 days: swap for another eSIM or take Slashtel credit, with a card refund if your phone turns out to be incompatible or the fault is ours. See the refund policy. Prices start from $4.49.
You will receive a QR code by email in under 60 seconds after purchase. Scan it to install the eSIM on your phone. You can install it before you travel. See our installation guide for step-by-step instructions.
The validity starts when the eSIM first connects at your destination. You can buy and install it before you fly without losing any days.
No, the eSIM is data only and does not come with a local phone number. You can make calls and send messages using WhatsApp and other apps over data. Keep your home SIM in the phone for regular calls and bank OTPs.
Yes, hotspot and tethering are allowed. You can share your data connection with a laptop, tablet or another phone.
You can top up the same eSIM at any time without needing a new QR code. The extra data is added to the same eSIM.
For most trips a 5GB to 10GB data eSIM valid for 30 days is the right size: Slashtel's 5GB plan for the Dominican Republic is $17.69 on Altice and Claro. Install it before you fly, keep your home SIM on for calls and bank texts, and top up the same eSIM if you run low.
If your phone supports eSIM, an eSIM is simpler than a local SIM card: nothing to collect at the airport, no passport registration, and your home SIM stays in the phone for calls and OTP texts. A physical SIM only makes sense for long stays where you need a local phone number.
From $4.49 for 1GB valid 7 days, as of 9 October 2026. Longer trips: two weeks from $8.49 (3GB), one month from $11.49 (3GB).
$2.83 per GB on the 3GB plan (15 days, $8.49). Bigger plans usually cost less per GB, so buy the size you expect to use.
Altice and Claro, with speeds up to 4G where available. The eSIM picks the strongest network automatically.
No. Slashtel eSIMs are data only, with no local number, calls or SMS. WhatsApp and other internet calls work, and your home SIM can stay on for calls and OTP texts.
Validity starts when the eSIM first connects to a network in the Dominican Republic, not when you buy it, so you can buy and install it before you travel.
After payment Slashtel emails a QR code within a minute. Scan it in your phone settings while on Wi-Fi at home, then switch on data roaming for the eSIM when you land.
Your phone must support eSIM and be carrier-unlocked. Dial *#06#: if an EID appears, the phone supports eSIM.
Yes. Hotspot and tethering are allowed on Slashtel eSIMs.
Pick a plan, pay by card. QR arrives by email within a minute.
Scan the QR on Wi-Fi at home. Takes two minutes. Keep your main SIM in.
Enable data roaming on the Slashtel line. Done, no shops, no queues.