Island, Puerto Rico
Internet in Vieques: speed, SIM cards and coworking
Is the internet good in Vieques?
A few cafés and bars have wifi that is good enough for email; heavy remote work is a gamble.
Getting online in Vieques
| Details | |
|---|---|
| Home fibre | Limited fibre; many rentals use satellite or fixed wireless. Ask the host about speeds, which vary widely. |
| Cafés and coworking | A few cafés and bars have wifi that is good enough for email; heavy remote work is a gamble. |
| Outages | Frequent power and connectivity interruptions, especially in storms |
| Tourist SIM | Prepaid SIMs from Claro, Liberty or T-Mobile stores; US carriers' plans usually roam at home rates. |
| eSIM | Local carriers sell eSIMs to visitors. |
| Carriers | Claro, Liberty |
| Monthly data plan | $25–55 ($25–55) |
Coworking in Vieques
There's no dedicated coworking scene here; people work from cafés and accommodation.
Internet speeds in Caribbean
National medians, Speedtest Global Index.
| Country | Fixed | Mobile |
|---|---|---|
| Dominican Republic | 74 Mbps | 126 Mbps |
| Haiti | 49 Mbps | — |
Quick answers
Is the internet fast in Vieques?
A few cafés and bars have wifi that is good enough for email; heavy remote work is a gamble.
Which SIM card should I get in Vieques?
Prepaid SIMs from Claro, Liberty or T-Mobile stores; US carriers' plans usually roam at home rates.
Can I use an eSIM in Puerto Rico?
Yes. Local carriers sell eSIMs to visitors, and travel eSIMs work too.
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Sources
- Speedtest Global Index: Puerto Rico
- Claro
- Liberty
- Discover Puerto Rico
- Cape Air
- Vieques National Wildlife Refuge (US Fish & Wildlife)
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 Spotted something out of date?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.