Costa Rica eSIM — reviews & details
Costa Rica 20GB 30Days · 20 GB · 30 days
26 reviews
Coverage & networks
- Costa Rica Claro 4G
Traveller reviews
Mohammed W.
New Zealand · Jul 2026
Decent speeds, though slower than I expected in a few spots.
Sophie
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago Appreciate you sharing this, Mohammed. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across Costa Rica. Reach us anytime at gotoesim.com/support if we can help. — Sophie
Isabella G.
Switzerland · Jul 2026
Good coverage in the city, a bit patchy in remote areas. The QR code arrived instantly by email.
Yuki
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago Thank you for taking the time, Isabella. 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. – Yuki 💜
Ingrid W.
India · Jul 2026
Saved me a fortune on my holiday in Costa Rica. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.
Emma
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago Thanks a lot, Ingrid! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Emma, GotoeSIM Support
Sri W.
Sweden · Jul 2026
First time using an eSIM and it was painless in Costa Rica. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Highly recommend for any traveller.
James
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago Cheers, Sri! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – James, GotoeSIM Support
Sofia L.
United Kingdom · Jul 2026
Great value compared to roaming charges. Coverage was strong even outside the city. A must-have for international travel.
Emma
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago Cheers, Sofia! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Come back anytime! — Emma, GotoeSIM Support
Fatima W.
Italy · Jul 2026
First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering.
Laura
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago Thank you for the kind words, Fatima! So happy the Costa Rica eSIM kept you connected. Enjoy your journeys! — Laura
Emma S.
United States · Jul 2026
Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. A must-have for international travel.
Omar
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago Thanks for sharing, Emma! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – Omar, GotoeSIM Support
Nguyen N.
Brazil · Jul 2026
Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Activation was automatic when I arrived.
Sara
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago Thanks for sharing, Nguyen! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Costa Rica. – Sara 💜
Somchai K.
Egypt · Jul 2026
Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. Customer support answered my question quickly.
Sara
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago Thanks a lot, Somchai! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Costa Rica. — Sara
Ingrid R.
Netherlands · Jul 2026
Connected the moment I landed. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more.
Tom
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago Thanks for sharing, Ingrid! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. — Tom
Nguyen D.
Mexico · Jul 2026
Good coverage in the city, a bit patchy in remote areas.
Omar
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago Appreciate you sharing this, Nguyen. 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. – Omar, GotoeSIM Support
Anna M.
Saudi Arabia · Jul 2026
Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. Customer support answered my question quickly. Great experience overall.
Ingrid
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago Thank you for the kind words, Anna! So happy the Costa Rica eSIM kept you connected. — Ingrid
James P.
Philippines · Jul 2026
Did the job without any drama. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data. A must-have for international travel.
David
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago Thanks for sharing, James! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. We're here whenever you travel again. – David 💜
Hana K.
Poland · Jul 2026
First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Customer support answered my question quickly. Exactly as described — no surprises.
Priya
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago Thanks for sharing, Hana! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. — Priya
Ryan C.
Egypt · Jul 2026
Great value compared to roaming charges. Coverage was strong even outside the city. Highly recommend for any traveller.
Yuki
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago Thanks for sharing, Ryan! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Yuki
Frequently asked questions
How much does the Costa Rica eSIM cost?
The Costa Rica 20GB 30Days plan costs $54.40 for 20 GB over 30 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
Linh S. · 4 weeks ago
Just used this last week and it worked perfectly, thanks!
Hi Linh! I'm so glad to hear that your eSIM worked perfectly in Costa Rica! If you have any tips or favorites from your trip, feel free to share. Safe travels on your future adventures! – Ingrid, GotoeSIM Support
Ryan F. · 1 month ago
Will this keep my WhatsApp active with my home number?
Your number stays active for WhatsApp, Ryan! The eSIM just handles data. – Omar, GotoeSIM Support
Nguyen C. · 6 months ago
Can I top up the same eSIM instead of buying a new one?
Yes Nguyen, you can top up the same eSIM anytime — no need to buy a new one. — Priya, GotoeSIM Support
Haruto H. · 8 months ago
Does this work on an iPhone 13?
Absolutely, Haruto! Any iPhone XS or newer supports it. Scan the QR in Settings › Cellular. — Sophie, GotoeSIM Support
Pablo M. · 9 months ago
Does the validity start on purchase or on first use?
The clock starts on first use in-country, Pablo, so buying early is totally fine. — Diego, GotoeSIM Support
Thomas H. · 10 months ago
How do I check how much data I have left?
Your usage is tracked live in the app, Thomas — check My eSIMs anytime. — Yuki
Sofia R. · 10 months ago
Is 5G supported or just 4G?
5G is available where covered, Sofia — you'll always get the best speed on offer. – Tom 💜
Louis B. · 11 months ago
Thanks, installed with no problems on my Samsung.
Yes Louis, recent Samsung Galaxy models support eSIM — add it under Settings › Connections › SIM manager. — Mark, GotoeSIM Support
Grace S. · 11 months ago
Great guide, the setup steps were really helpful.
So glad it helped, Grace! We're always here if you need anything. – Sara 💜
Grace D. · 1 year ago
How long does the QR code take to arrive after payment?
It's immediate, Grace! The QR code is delivered the moment your payment goes through. — Anna
Pablo M. · 1 year ago
Can I use it in nearby countries too?
For nearby countries, Pablo, a regional plan may suit you better — happy to help you pick. – Priya 💜
Louis C. · 1 year ago
Can I use this for hotspot/tethering?
Yes Louis, hotspot/tethering works fine — share your data to a laptop or tablet anytime. – Emma 💜
James V. · 1 year ago
Which networks does this connect to?
You'll be on top local networks, James — full details are on the plan page under Coverage. – Grace, GotoeSIM Support