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Cape Verde eSIM — reviews & details

Cape Verde 5GB 30Days · 5 GB · 30 days

View plan & buy — $58.50
4.5

620 reviews

5 ★ 63%
4 ★ 26%
3 ★ 7%
2 ★ 3%
1 ★ 1%

Coverage & networks

  • Cape Verde CVMOVEL 4G

Traveller reviews

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Mateo C.

Vietnam · May 2026

✓ Verified

Decent speeds, though slower than I expected in a few spots. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering.

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support · 2 months ago

Apologies for the trouble, Mateo. This isn't the standard we aim for. Reach our team at gotoesim.com/support so we can help right away. – Emma 💜

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Beatriz F.

Vietnam · Apr 2026

✓ Verified

Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering.

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support · 3 months ago

So sorry to hear this, Beatriz. We'd love the chance to make this right. Please contact us at gotoesim.com/support and we'll sort it out. – Sophie, GotoeSIM Support

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Carlos B.

Vietnam · Dec 2025

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Install took me two tries but was fine after that.

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support · 7 months ago

So sorry to hear this, Carlos. This isn't the standard we aim for. Please contact us at gotoesim.com/support and we'll sort it out. – Ingrid, GotoeSIM Support

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Nadia P.

Indonesia · Nov 2025

✓ Verified

Install took me two tries but was fine after that.

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support · 8 months ago

So sorry to hear this, Nadia. That's not the experience we want for Cape Verde. Reach our team at gotoesim.com/support so we can help right away. – Mark, GotoeSIM Support

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Lea H.

New Zealand · Oct 2025

✓ Verified

Good coverage in the city, a bit patchy in remote areas. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data.

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support · 9 months ago

So sorry to hear this, Lea. This isn't the standard we aim for. Reach our team at gotoesim.com/support so we can help right away. – Ken 💜

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Lucas M.

Vietnam · Sep 2025

✓ Verified

Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare.

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support · 10 months ago

Apologies for the trouble, Lucas. That's not the experience we want for Cape Verde. Reach our team at gotoesim.com/support so we can help right away. – Emma 💜

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Isabella W.

Indonesia · Sep 2025

✓ Verified

Install took me two tries but was fine after that.

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support · 10 months ago

Apologies for the trouble, Isabella. That's not the experience we want for Cape Verde. Please contact us at gotoesim.com/support and we'll sort it out. – Anna 💜

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Nadia V.

Egypt · Jul 2025

✓ Verified

Install took me two tries but was fine after that. Activation was automatic when I arrived.

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support · 11 months ago

So sorry to hear this, Nadia. That's not the experience we want for Cape Verde. Reach our team at gotoesim.com/support so we can help right away. — Omar

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Nadia D.

Poland · Jul 2025

✓ Verified

Solid overall, just wish there was a bit more data for the price.

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

We're really sorry, Nadia. That's not the experience we want for Cape Verde. Please contact us at gotoesim.com/support and we'll sort it out. — Priya, GotoeSIM Support

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Ravi T.

Mexico · Jul 2025

✓ Verified

Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple.

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Apologies for the trouble, Ravi. We'd love the chance to make this right. Reach our team at gotoesim.com/support so we can help right away. — Emma, GotoeSIM Support

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Sarah T.

Egypt · Jun 2025

✓ Verified

Good coverage in the city, a bit patchy in remote areas. Customer support answered my question quickly.

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

We're really sorry, Sarah. That's not the experience we want for Cape Verde. Please contact us at gotoesim.com/support and we'll sort it out. – Grace 💜

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Priya D.

France · Apr 2025

✓ Verified

Decent speeds, though slower than I expected in a few spots. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple.

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

We're really sorry, Priya. That's not the experience we want for Cape Verde. Please contact us at gotoesim.com/support and we'll sort it out. — Yuki, GotoeSIM Support

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Mateo B.

Indonesia · Dec 2024

✓ Verified

Good coverage in the city, a bit patchy in remote areas. Coverage was strong even outside the city.

David David GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

We're really sorry, Mateo. This isn't the standard we aim for. Please contact us at gotoesim.com/support and we'll sort it out. – David, GotoeSIM Support

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Nadia L.

Singapore · Oct 2024

✓ Verified

Decent speeds, though slower than I expected in a few spots. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering.

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

We're really sorry, Nadia. We'd love the chance to make this right. Please contact us at gotoesim.com/support and we'll sort it out. — Ken

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Hugo V.

Sweden · Oct 2024

✓ Verified

Decent speeds, though slower than I expected in a few spots. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues.

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Apologies for the trouble, Hugo. That's not the experience we want for Cape Verde. Reach our team at gotoesim.com/support so we can help right away. – Sara, GotoeSIM Support

Frequently asked questions

How much does the Cape Verde eSIM cost?

The Cape Verde 5GB 30Days plan costs $58.50 for 5 GB over 30 days, paid once with no hidden fees.

How do I activate my Cape Verde eSIM?

Scan the QR code in your phone settings (Cellular/Mobile → Add eSIM) or tap Install in the GotoeSIM app. Install on Wi-Fi before your trip; it activates when you arrive in Cape Verde.

Will this eSIM work on my phone?

It works on any eSIM-compatible, carrier-unlocked phone — iPhone XS and newer, Google Pixel 3 and newer, and recent Samsung Galaxy models.

Can I keep my regular number?

Yes. The eSIM runs alongside your normal SIM, so you keep your number for calls and texts while using data in Cape Verde.

Comments & questions

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Emma B. · 1 month ago

Can I use this for hotspot/tethering?

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support

Tethering is supported, Emma! Feel free to hotspot to your other devices. — Ingrid, GotoeSIM Support

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Ravi C. · 2 months ago

Great guide, the setup steps were really helpful.

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support

Thanks Ravi, that means a lot! Reach out anytime. – Diego 💜

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Nguyen T. · 5 months ago

Is 5G supported or just 4G?

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support

Yes Nguyen, 5G is supported where the local network offers it, otherwise fast 4G. – Priya, GotoeSIM Support

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Daniel K. · 6 months ago

How do I check how much data I have left?

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support

You can check remaining data anytime in the GotoeSIM app under My eSIMs, Daniel. – Sara 💜

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Sophia S. · 9 months ago

Which networks does this connect to?

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support

You'll be on top local networks, Sophia — full details are on the plan page under Coverage. – Tom 💜

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Grace N. · 10 months ago

Do I need to install it before I travel or after I arrive?

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support

Install on Wi-Fi before you fly, Grace — it switches on when you land. — Mark

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Grace M. · 10 months ago

Is roaming charged extra or is it all included?

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support

Roaming is included in the plan, Grace — no extra charges, it's all prepaid. – Grace, GotoeSIM Support

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Hana C. · 10 months ago

Does the validity start on purchase or on first use?

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support

The clock starts on first use in-country, Hana, so buying early is totally fine. — Yuki, GotoeSIM Support

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Fatima R. · 10 months ago

Does this work on an iPhone 13?

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support

Absolutely, Fatima! Any iPhone XS or newer supports it. Scan the QR in Settings › Cellular. — Diego, GotoeSIM Support

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Ravi D. · 10 months ago

Can I use it in nearby countries too?

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support

This plan covers its listed destination, Ravi — for multiple countries, check our regional plans. — Emma

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Omar M. · 11 months ago

Can I top up the same eSIM instead of buying a new one?

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support

Yes Omar, you can top up the same eSIM anytime — no need to buy a new one. – Omar 💜

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Priya B. · 11 months ago

How long does the QR code take to arrive after payment?

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support

It's immediate, Priya! The QR code is delivered the moment your payment goes through. – Laura 💜