Islands in Pernambuco, Brazil
Internet in Fernando de Noronha: speed, SIM cards and coworking
Is the internet good in Fernando de Noronha?
Median fixed broadband in Brazil is 242 Mbps and mobile is 272 Mbps (Speedtest Global Index, 2026-08). Wifi is slow and satellite-based: fine for messaging, weak for video calls. 4G exists in Vila dos Remédios but is patchy elsewhere.
Getting online in Fernando de Noronha
| Details | |
|---|---|
| Cafés and coworking | Wifi is slow and satellite-based: fine for messaging, weak for video calls. 4G exists in Vila dos Remédios but is patchy elsewhere. |
| Outages | Frequent connection drops, especially in storms |
| Tourist SIM | Regular prepaid chips usually need a CPF to register; carrier visitor plans and eSIMs accept a passport. International eSIM apps are simplest. |
| eSIM | Local carriers sell eSIMs to visitors. |
| Carriers | Vivo, Claro, TIM |
| Monthly data plan | R$50–100 ($9.6–19.1) |
Coworking in Fernando de Noronha
There's no dedicated coworking scene here; people work from cafés and accommodation.
Internet speeds in South America
National medians, Speedtest Global Index.
Quick answers
Is the internet fast in Fernando de Noronha?
Median fixed broadband in Brazil is 242 Mbps and mobile is 272 Mbps (Speedtest Global Index, 2026-08). Wifi is slow and satellite-based: fine for messaging, weak for video calls. 4G exists in Vila dos Remédios but is patchy elsewhere.
Which SIM card should I get in Fernando de Noronha?
Regular prepaid chips usually need a CPF to register; carrier visitor plans and eSIMs accept a passport. International eSIM apps are simplest.
Can I use an eSIM in Brazil?
Yes. Local carriers sell eSIMs to visitors, and travel eSIMs work too.
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Sources
Speeds are medians from Ookla's Speedtest Global Index, cited for reference. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.