Costa Rica eSIM — reviews & details
Costa Rica 1GB/Day · 1 GB/day · 1 days
27 reviews
Coverage & networks
- Costa Rica Claro 4G
Traveller reviews
Chloe D.
Brazil · Jul 2026
Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Coverage was strong even outside the city.
David
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago So glad to hear this, Chloe! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. – David 💜
Ryan H.
Spain · Jul 2026
No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Customer support answered my question quickly. Five stars from me.
Emma
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago Cheers, Ryan! So happy the Costa Rica eSIM kept you connected. – Emma 💜
Ingrid M.
Turkey · Jul 2026
Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Activation was automatic when I arrived. Great experience overall.
Yuki
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago Thanks for sharing, Ingrid! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. — Yuki
Budi V.
Sweden · Jul 2026
Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering.
Emma
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago Thanks for the honest feedback, Budi. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across Costa Rica. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. — Emma, GotoeSIM Support
Haruto G.
Japan · Jul 2026
Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first.
Emma
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago Thank you for taking the time, Haruto. Good to hear it did the job, and we're working to make it even better. Reach us anytime at gotoesim.com/support if we can help. – Emma 💜
James N.
Japan · Jul 2026
Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data.
Laura
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago So sorry to hear this, James. We'd love the chance to make this right. Reach our team at gotoesim.com/support so we can help right away. – Laura 💜
Nguyen N.
Saudi Arabia · Jul 2026
Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Customer support answered my question quickly. Highly recommend for any traveller.
Ken
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago Thanks for sharing, Nguyen! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Costa Rica. – Ken, GotoeSIM Support
Camila W.
Egypt · Jul 2026
Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Would definitely buy again.
Tom
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago Thanks for sharing, Camila! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. We're here whenever you travel again. — Tom
Ravi S.
New Zealand · Jul 2026
Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process in Costa Rica. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Zero regrets.
Diego
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago Really appreciate this, Ravi! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. – Diego 💜
Viktor R.
Mexico · Jul 2026
Did the job without any drama. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. Five stars from me.
David
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago Thank you so much, Viktor! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. — David, GotoeSIM Support
Fatima K.
Netherlands · Jul 2026
First time using an eSIM and it was painless in Costa Rica. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Exactly as described — no surprises.
David
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago Thank you so much, Fatima! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Costa Rica. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – David 💜
Mohammed H.
Mexico · Jul 2026
Did the job without any drama in Costa Rica. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data.
Mark
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago Really appreciate this, Mohammed! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. – Mark 💜
Isabella H.
United Kingdom · Jul 2026
Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. The QR code arrived instantly by email. Five stars from me.
Priya
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago Cheers, Isabella! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. — Priya
Beatriz M.
Australia · Jul 2026
First time using an eSIM and it was painless in Costa Rica. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data. Exactly as described — no surprises.
Grace
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago Really appreciate this, Beatriz! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Grace
Sven K.
Portugal · Jul 2026
First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Telling my friends about this.
Tom
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago Really appreciate this, Sven! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Costa Rica. – Tom 💜
Frequently asked questions
How much does the Costa Rica eSIM cost?
The Costa Rica 1GB/Day plan costs $3.84 for 1 GB/day over 1 days, paid once with no hidden fees.
How do I activate my Costa Rica 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 Costa Rica.
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 Costa Rica.
Comments & questions
Lucas K. · 1 month ago
How long does the QR code take to arrive after payment?
Hi Lucas! Once your payment is processed, the QR code for your Costa Rica eSIM is delivered instantly to your email. You can start enjoying your data as soon as you scan it! If you have any more questions, feel free to ask. – Priya, GotoeSIM Support
Thomas S. · 1 month ago
Does this work on an iPhone 13?
Yes Thomas, it works on iPhone XS and newer — just add the eSIM under Settings › Cellular › Add eSIM. – Laura 💜
Hana R. · 1 month ago
How long does the QR code take to arrive after payment?
Your QR code arrives instantly, Hana — within seconds of payment, by email and in your account. — Diego
Haruto P. · 4 months ago
Thanks, installed with no problems on my Samsung.
It works great on modern Samsung phones, Haruto! Add it via SIM manager and you're set. — Grace, GotoeSIM Support
Giulia F. · 5 months ago
Is 5G supported or just 4G?
5G is available where covered, Giulia — you'll always get the best speed on offer. – Omar, GotoeSIM Support
Omar F. · 6 months ago
Which networks does this connect to?
It connects to trusted local partner networks, Omar, on 4G/5G where available. – Sara, GotoeSIM Support
Grace B. · 6 months ago
Great guide, the setup steps were really helpful.
So glad it helped, Grace! We're always here if you need anything. – Yuki, GotoeSIM Support
Omar S. · 9 months ago
Is roaming charged extra or is it all included?
No surprise fees, Omar! Roaming is part of the plan and never billed separately. — Tom
Chloe H. · 10 months ago
Does the validity start on purchase or on first use?
The clock starts on first use in-country, Chloe, so buying early is totally fine. — Mark, GotoeSIM Support
Mohammed H. · 10 months ago
How do I check how much data I have left?
Your usage is tracked live in the app, Mohammed — check My eSIMs anytime. – Ingrid, GotoeSIM Support
Ava R. · 11 months ago
Can I use this for hotspot/tethering?
Yes Ava, hotspot/tethering works fine — share your data to a laptop or tablet anytime. — Omar
Lucas R. · 11 months ago
Can I top up the same eSIM instead of buying a new one?
Yes Lucas, you can top up the same eSIM anytime — no need to buy a new one. – Priya, GotoeSIM Support
Camila B. · 1 year ago
Will this keep my WhatsApp active with my home number?
Your number stays active for WhatsApp, Camila! The eSIM just handles data. — Diego