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Costa Rica 1GB/Day · 1 GB/day · 1 days

View plan & buy — $3.60
4.5

620 reviews

5 ★ 63%
4 ★ 26%
3 ★ 6%
2 ★ 2%
1 ★ 2%

Coverage & networks

  • Costa Rica Claro 4G

Traveller reviews

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Chloe D.

Brazil · Jul 2026

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Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Coverage was strong even outside the city.

David David GotoeSIM Support · 4 days ago

So glad to hear this, Chloe! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. – David 💜

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Ryan H.

Spain · Jul 2026

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No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Customer support answered my question quickly. Five stars from me.

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support · 5 days ago

Cheers, Ryan! So happy the Costa Rica eSIM kept you connected. – Emma 💜

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Ingrid M.

Turkey · Jul 2026

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Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Activation was automatic when I arrived. Great experience overall.

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support · 6 days ago

Thanks for sharing, Ingrid! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. — Yuki

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Budi V.

Sweden · Jul 2026

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

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support · 1 week 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

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Haruto G.

Japan · Jul 2026

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Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first.

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support · 1 week 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 💜

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James N.

Japan · Jul 2026

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Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data.

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support · 1 week 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 💜

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Nguyen N.

Saudi Arabia · Jul 2026

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Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Customer support answered my question quickly. Highly recommend for any traveller.

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support · 1 week ago

Thanks for sharing, Nguyen! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Costa Rica. – Ken, GotoeSIM Support

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Camila W.

Egypt · Jul 2026

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Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Would definitely buy again.

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support · 1 week ago

Thanks for sharing, Camila! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. We're here whenever you travel again. — Tom

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Ravi S.

New Zealand · Jul 2026

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Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process in Costa Rica. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Zero regrets.

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support · 1 week ago

Really appreciate this, Ravi! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. – Diego 💜

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Viktor R.

Mexico · Jul 2026

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Did the job without any drama. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. Five stars from me.

David David GotoeSIM Support · 1 week ago

Thank you so much, Viktor! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. — David, GotoeSIM Support

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Fatima K.

Netherlands · Jul 2026

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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 David GotoeSIM Support · 1 week 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 💜

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Mohammed H.

Mexico · Jul 2026

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Did the job without any drama in Costa Rica. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data.

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support · 1 week ago

Really appreciate this, Mohammed! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. – Mark 💜

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Isabella H.

United Kingdom · Jul 2026

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Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. The QR code arrived instantly by email. Five stars from me.

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support · 2 weeks ago

Cheers, Isabella! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. — Priya

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Beatriz M.

Australia · Jul 2026

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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 Grace GotoeSIM Support · 2 weeks ago

Really appreciate this, Beatriz! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Grace

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Sven K.

Portugal · Jul 2026

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First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Telling my friends about this.

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support · 2 weeks 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 $3.60 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

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Thomas S. · 6 days ago

Does this work on an iPhone 13?

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support

Yes Thomas, it works on iPhone XS and newer — just add the eSIM under Settings › Cellular › Add eSIM. – Laura 💜

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Hana R. · 1 week ago

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

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support

Your QR code arrives instantly, Hana — within seconds of payment, by email and in your account. — Diego

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Haruto P. · 2 months ago

Thanks, installed with no problems on my Samsung.

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support

It works great on modern Samsung phones, Haruto! Add it via SIM manager and you're set. — Grace, GotoeSIM Support

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Giulia F. · 4 months ago

Is 5G supported or just 4G?

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support

5G is available where covered, Giulia — you'll always get the best speed on offer. – Omar, GotoeSIM Support

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Omar F. · 5 months ago

Which networks does this connect to?

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support

It connects to trusted local partner networks, Omar, on 4G/5G where available. – Sara, GotoeSIM Support

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Grace B. · 5 months ago

Great guide, the setup steps were really helpful.

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support

So glad it helped, Grace! We're always here if you need anything. – Yuki, GotoeSIM Support

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Omar S. · 8 months ago

Is roaming charged extra or is it all included?

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support

No surprise fees, Omar! Roaming is part of the plan and never billed separately. — Tom

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Chloe H. · 8 months ago

Does the validity start on purchase or on first use?

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support

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

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Mohammed H. · 9 months ago

How do I check how much data I have left?

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support

Your usage is tracked live in the app, Mohammed — check My eSIMs anytime. – Ingrid, GotoeSIM Support

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Ava R. · 9 months ago

Can I use this for hotspot/tethering?

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support

Yes Ava, hotspot/tethering works fine — share your data to a laptop or tablet anytime. — Omar

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Lucas R. · 10 months ago

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

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support

Yes Lucas, you can top up the same eSIM anytime — no need to buy a new one. – Priya, GotoeSIM Support

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Camila B. · 11 months ago

Will this keep my WhatsApp active with my home number?

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support

Your number stays active for WhatsApp, Camila! The eSIM just handles data. — Diego