Bell roaming in the United States: what it costs, and when an eSIM is cheaper
Data in the United States is included with Ultra - Unlimited with international roaming, Select - 100GB with U.S. roaming, and Ultra - Unlimited with U.S./Mexico roaming. Otherwise, it costs CA$13.00/day (Roam Better - with home data). An eSIM for 7 days and 6 GB costs from $12.99 (GoMoWorld).
The best eSIMs in the United States for a week
For 7 days and 6 GB
- 1Best unlimited
Ubigi
Unlimited · 7 days
$23.00$3.29 per day- 25 GB at full speed, then reduced speed
- Network: T-Mobile
- Hotspot allowed
- 2Cheapest
GoMoWorld
9 GB · 30 days
$12.99$1.44 per GB- Lowest total price for 7 days
- Hotspot allowed
- 3Best price per GB
Orange Travel
20 GB · 14 days
€17.99€0.90 per GB- Lowest price per GB for this trip
- Networks: AT&T, T-Mobile, Union Wireless, and Verizon
- Hotspot allowed
Three steps, three questions: the best unlimited plan, the cheapest and the best price per GB, from three different providers. How we pick the podium · Affiliate links
Bell or an eSIM in the United States: our verdict
Depending on your plan and trip length, at the prices read on October 22, 2026.
If your plan includes the United States
Keep Bell
With Ultra - Unlimited with international roaming, Select - 100GB with U.S. roaming, and Ultra - Unlimited with U.S./Mexico roaming, data in the United States is included at no extra cost, within your allowance abroad.
Otherwise, with Bell
CA$13.00/day
Roam Better - with home data. For 7 days and 6 GB, expect CA$60.00.
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Data in the United States with Bell: our analysis
What Bell’s rate sheet and eSIM prices show, as checked on October 22, 2026.
The right pass for your trip length
- 3 daysTravel Pass, uses plan data; unlimited calls and texts in the destination and to CanadaCA$30.00
- 1 week and 2 weeksTravel Pass, uses plan data; unlimited calls and texts in the destination and to CanadaCA$60.00
- 1 monthTravel Pass, uses plan data; unlimited calls and texts in the destination and to CanadaCA$80.00
Against the cheapest eSIM
Bell charges in CAD and the cheapest eSIM is sold in USD: we convert nothing. For a week, expect CA$60.00 with Bell and $12.99 with the eSIM (GoMoWorld).
eSIMs in the United States at a glance
- In the United States, we compare plans from 7 eSIM providers: GigSky, GoMoWorld, Jetpac, Nomad, Orange Travel, Ubigi, and Yesim.
- The cheapest unlimited plan for a week is from Ubigi: $23.00 (Unlimited · 7 days).
Plan by plan
What applies in the United States depending on your Bell plan.
What Bell’s official rate sheet sets out in the United States, offer by offer. “Included” means at no extra cost, within your allowance abroad: your Bell account shows the one on your line.
| Plan or offer | Data in the United States | Good to know |
|---|---|---|
| Roam Better - with home data | CA$13.00/day | Maximum 20 charged days per line per billing period (U.S. rate counted separately); 5GB per day at normal speed then up to 512 Kbps. Destination page header: United States (USA). |
| Ultra - Unlimited with international roaming | Included | Included (5GB/day then up to 512 Kbps) |
| Select - 100GB with U.S. roaming | Included | Included (5GB/day then up to 512 Kbps; may be capped at 10GB per billing period in the U.S.) |
| Ultra - Unlimited with U.S./Mexico roaming | Included | Included (5GB/day then up to 512 Kbps) |
| U.S. 3 Day Travel Pass | CA$30.00 for 3 days | Travel Pass (uses plan data; unlimited calls and texts in the destination and to Canada) |
| U.S. 14 Day Travel Pass | CA$60.00 for 14 days | Travel Pass (uses plan data; unlimited calls and texts in the destination and to Canada) |
| U.S. 30 Day Travel Pass | CA$80.00 for 30 days | Travel Pass (uses plan data; unlimited calls and texts in the destination and to Canada) |
| International 14-day Travel Pass | CA$100.00 for 14 days | Travel Pass (uses plan data; unlimited calls and texts in the destination and to Canada) |
| International 30-day Travel Pass | CA$120.00 for 30 days | Travel Pass (uses plan data; unlimited calls and texts in the destination and to Canada) |
What your trip costs
With the Bell roaming rate, against today’s cheapest eSIM, for everyday use.
| Trip | With Bell | Cheapest eSIM | The offer |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 days · 3 GB | CA$30.00 Travel Pass, uses plan data; unlimited calls and texts in the destination and to Canada | $6.00 Nomad | See the plan |
| 7 days · 6 GB | CA$60.00 Travel Pass, uses plan data; unlimited calls and texts in the destination and to Canada | $12.99 GoMoWorld | See the plan |
| 14 days · 12 GB | CA$60.00 Travel Pass, uses plan data; unlimited calls and texts in the destination and to Canada | €17.99 Orange Travel | See the plan |
| 30 days · 24 GB | CA$80.00 Travel Pass, uses plan data; unlimited calls and texts in the destination and to Canada | €26.60 Yesim | See the plan |
Every eSIM in the United States →
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The United States with other Canadian carriers
The same trip with the other Canadian carriers we track, from their official rate sheets.
All 2 Canadian carriers we track include the United States in at least one plan: Bell and Rogers.
| Carrier | Included with | A week (6 GB) |
|---|---|---|
 Rogers | 5G+ Ultimate and 5G+ Popular / 5G+ Essentials | CA$50.00 Roam Like Home Travel Pass |
Turn off Bell roaming and use an eSIM
Four settings, before you leave or on the plane.
- 1
Install the eSIM at home
Buy it and scan its QR code before you leave: with most providers, the plan only starts when you first connect at your destination.
- 2
Keep Bell for calls
In your settings, keep your Bell line for calls and texts, and pick the eSIM for mobile data.
- 3
Turn off Bell roaming
On iPhone: Settings › Cellular › your Bell line › Data Roaming. On Android: Settings › Mobile networks › Roaming.
- 4
Keep eSIM roaming on
A travel eSIM uses the local networks: its data roaming must stay on.
Bell roaming in the United States: your questions
Answered from the Bell price guide and today’s prices.
Is data in the United States included in my Bell plan?
Yes, with Ultra - Unlimited with international roaming, Select - 100GB with U.S. roaming, and Ultra - Unlimited with U.S./Mexico roaming. Otherwise, it costs CA$13.00/day (Roam Better - with home data).
How much does data cost in the United States with Bell?
CA$13.00/day (Roam Better - with home data), so CA$91.00 for 7 days and 6 GB. An eSIM covering the same week costs from $12.99 (GoMoWorld), checked on October 22, 2026.
Which Bell pass should I get for the United States?
The best Bell option depends on how long you stay: for 3 days, Travel Pass, uses plan data; unlimited calls and texts in the destination and to Canada (CA$30.00); for a week and for two weeks, Travel Pass, uses plan data; unlimited calls and texts in the destination and to Canada (CA$60.00); for a month, Travel Pass, uses plan data; unlimited calls and texts in the destination and to Canada (CA$80.00).
Bell or an eSIM in the United States: which is cheaper?
Bell charges in CAD and the cheapest eSIM is sold in USD: we convert nothing. For a week, expect CA$60.00 with Bell and $12.99 with the eSIM (GoMoWorld).
Which Canadian carriers include the United States?
All 2 Canadian carriers we track include the United States in at least one plan: Bell and Rogers.
Which network does an eSIM use in the United States?
Depending on the plan, the 7 providers we compare in the United States list AT&T, Globalstar, T-Mobile, Verizon, and Union Wireless.
How do I avoid roaming charges in the United States?
Use a travel eSIM for data and turn off data roaming on your Bell line. You keep your number for calls and texts.
Can I keep my Bell number with an eSIM?
Yes, on an eSIM-compatible phone: your Bell line stays on for calls and texts while the eSIM carries the data.
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