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Prepaid SIM card for visitors to Canada, active before you land

Chatr prepaid eSIM plans for visitor visa and Super Visa stays of up to 90 days. Order before you fly, and your line is activated 24 hours before you arrive, with unlimited calling to Canada and the US and no contract. Nothing paid online.

See visitor plansfrom $35/30 days
PHOTO · grandparents at arrivals video-calling family, phone held up
  • Prepaid, no contract
  • Active 24 hours before you land
  • Nothing paid online

Quick answer

What is the best SIM card for a visitor to Canada?

For a visit of up to 90 days, a Chatr prepaid eSIM ordered before you fly: 50 GB for $35 or 90 GB for $40 per 30 days, or 75 GB for $75 over 90 days (CAD, plus tax), all with unlimited calls within Canada, unlimited texts and no contract. Your line is activated 24 hours before you land, so it works as soon as you turn off airplane mode. There is no credit check and nothing is paid online.

Updated 23 October 2026 · Checked by a Canadian Plans plan advisor

Price
$35–$75CAD, plus tax
Term
30 or 90 daysPrepaid, no contract
Active
24 h beforeYour arrival date
Eligible
Visitor visaOr Super Visa, under 90 days

How it works

Your visitor SIM in 3 steps

Done in 3 steps
  1. 1–3 weeks before
    Order and get your numberPick a plan online in about 2 minutes, from any country. No payment and nothing to upload. An advisor confirms by phone or email and your Canadian number is assigned, ready for bank and school forms.
  2. Before you fly
    Install the eSIM at homeScan the QR code we email you while you are on WiFi. The line stays off until you land.
  3. Day 1
    Land and switch onTurn off airplane mode at arrivals. Calls, texts and data work before you reach baggage claim.
Step 1 of 2

Pick your prepaid visitor plan

Every plan is an eSIM with nothing paid online. “Visitor / Super Visa” is selected so you see the Chatr prepaid plans for stays under 90 days.

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Chatr · 4G LTE

Prepaid

50 GB

$35/30 days + tax

Pre-arrival price · $0 due today

Good for: Short visits of up to a month.

  • ✓ 50 GB of 4G LTE data, then slower speed
  • ✓ 5 GB bonus with Autopay
  • ✓ Unlimited Canada & US calling
  • ✓ Unlimited Canada, US & international texts
  • ✓ eSIM activated 24 hours before you land

Chatr · 4G LTE

Prepaid
Popular with visitors

90 GB

$40/30 days + tax

Pre-arrival price · $0 due today

Good for: Visitors who stream, video call and use maps a lot.

  • ✓ 90 GB of 4G LTE data, then slower speed
  • ✓ 10 GB bonus with Autopay
  • ✓ Unlimited Canada & US calling
  • ✓ Unlimited Canada, US & international texts
  • ✓ eSIM activated 24 hours before you land

Chatr · 4G LTE

Prepaid

75 GB

$75/90 days + tax

Pre-arrival price · $0 due today

Good for: Super Visa and longer stays of up to 3 months.

  • ✓ 75 GB of 4G LTE data over 90 days, then slower speed
  • ✓ Unlimited Canada-wide calling
  • ✓ Unlimited Canada, US & international texts
  • ✓ eSIM activated 24 hours before you land
Every plan includes
  • ✓ Canadian number before you fly
  • ✓ eSIM by email, nothing to ship
  • ✓ No credit check, no Canadian credit history
  • ✓ Nothing paid online; the carrier bills you after activation

Prices in Canadian dollars, before tax. Checked October 2026.

Before you order

What you need to order a visitor SIM

You do not upload anything to order, and there is no credit check. Have these ready in case the carrier asks your advisor for them.

  • PassportThe photo page. Your name should match your travel document.
  • Visitor visa, eTA or Super VisaWhatever you are travelling on. Chatr plans are for stays under 90 days.
  • Arrival date and citySo your plan starts the day you land.
  • Email addressWe send your eSIM QR code here.

Is my phone eSIM-ready?

Your phone must be unlocked and support eSIM. It takes about 30 seconds to check.

iPhone
Settings → General → About. Look for “EID” or “Digital SIM”.
Samsung and Android
Settings → Connections → SIM manager. Look for “Add eSIM”.
Not sure?
Email us your phone model and we will check it.

Visitor guide

Phone plans for tourists and visiting family: a short guide

Which Chatr plan fits my visit?

Staying up to a month: Chatr 50 GB for $35 is enough for maps, messaging and photos; Chatr 90 GB for $40 suits visitors who stream and video call every day. Both run 30 days and add a bonus 5 or 10 GB with Autopay.

Staying two to three months, for example parents and grandparents on a Super Visa: Chatr 75 GB for $75 over 90 days avoids topping up every month.

Why order before you fly instead of at the airport?

Your line is activated 24 hours before your arrival date, so you can message whoever is picking you up the moment you land. Airport counters often charge more and there can be a line after a long flight. Roaming on your home SIM is usually the most expensive option of all.

Can my family in Canada order it for me?

The plan is in the traveller’s name and the eSIM QR code goes to the email address on the order. Family in Canada can help you choose and can be on the confirmation call with your advisor.

Staying longer than 90 days?

Chatr prepaid plans are for visits under 90 days. If you are arriving on a study permit, a work permit or as a permanent resident, choose a monthly Rogers or Fido plan instead. Staying longer on a Super Visa? Talk to an advisor before you order.

FAQ

Visitor SIM questions

Advisors are available Monday to Saturday, 9am to 9pm Pacific time.

Still have questions?Call or email us, Monday to Saturday, 9am to 9pm Pacific. Our help costs nothing extra.Talk to an advisor
Is there a SIM card for parents on a Super Visa?

Yes. Chatr prepaid eSIM plans are for visitor visa and Super Visa arrivals staying under 90 days: 50 GB for $35 or 90 GB for $40 per 30 days, or 75 GB for $75 over 90 days, plus tax. For a longer Super Visa stay, talk to an advisor before you order.

When does a visitor eSIM start working?

Your Chatr line is activated 24 hours before your arrival date. Install the eSIM at home on WiFi; when you land, turn off airplane mode and you are connected.

What happens when the 30 days are up?

The plan is prepaid, so it ends unless it is renewed. If you are staying longer, ask your advisor about topping up or about the 90-day plan before your first term ends.

Can I call the US on a visitor plan?

Yes. The 30-day Chatr plans include unlimited calling to Canada and the US and unlimited international texts. The 90-day plan includes unlimited Canada-wide calling.

When do I pay, and how much?

Nothing is paid on this website. Once your number is active, your first bill comes from Rogers, Fido or Chatr for the monthly or prepaid price plus tax, and your advisor explains the date before anything is billed. Canadian Plans charges no SIM, activation or shipping fee.

How do I know if my phone supports eSIM?

Check your phone settings for an EID or an “Add eSIM” option. On an iPhone it is under Settings, General, About; on Android under Settings, Connections, SIM manager. Your phone also has to be unlocked. Send us the model if you are unsure.

Can I order eSIMs for my whole family?

Yes. Place one order per person, each with their own name, email and phone model, so each line is in the right name. An advisor can set up several lines in one call.

What if my plans change or I need to cancel?

Before activation you can cancel at no cost: tell your advisor and the order is closed. After activation the plan is with the carrier, so you cancel with them under their terms. Because nothing was paid to Canadian Plans, there is nothing for us to refund.

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Compare and learn

Prices in Canadian dollars, before tax, checked 5 October 2026 against Rogers, Fido and Chatr plan pages. Prices change often; the plan list shows today’s price.

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