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Official Languages: Spanish, English

English is commonly spoken in hotels, airports, car rental offices, and main tourist areas, but Spanish is more common in everyday life. Knowing basic Spanish phrases is helpful, especially outside San Juan.

Mobile Network: Mobile coverage is generally good in San Juan, major towns, and along main roads, but signal can weaken in mountainous areas, remote beaches, and parts of the interior. Speeds are commonly adequate for maps and messaging, with variability by provider and weather conditions.

Roaming/SIM/eSIM: For most visitors, roaming can be the simplest option if your plan includes Puerto Rico on the same terms as the US. A local SIM can be cheaper for longer stays if your phone is unlocked, while an eSIM is often the most convenient balance for short stays because setup is fast and you can compare data plans before arrival. If you will drive around the island, download offline maps because coverage can drop in rural and mountainous areas.

Cards are widely accepted in hotels, larger restaurants, supermarkets, chain stores, and tourist areas. Small kiosks, roadside food stands, parking lots, beach vendors, and some rural businesses may prefer cash, so carrying some small US dollar notes is useful.

Tipping follows common US practice. In restaurants with table service, around 15 to 20 percent is typical if service is not already included. Bartenders commonly receive 1 to 2 USD per drink. Taxi drivers commonly receive about 10 to 15 percent, and hotel staff may be tipped for bags and housekeeping. Always check the bill because some places add a service charge automatically, especially for groups or in tourist areas.

Plug Type: Type A and Type B

Voltage: 120 V, 60 Hz

Adapter: Visitors from the continental United States typically do not need an adapter. Travelers from most of Europe and many other regions usually need both a plug adapter and a voltage-compatible device or converter.