Costa Rica eSIM — reviews & details
Costa Rica 2GB/Day · 2 GB/day · 1 days
37 reviews
Coverage & networks
- Costa Rica Claro 4G
Traveller reviews
Mohammed M.
Switzerland · Jul 2026
Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. Coverage was strong even outside the city.
David
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago Thanks a lot, Mohammed! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Costa Rica. — David
Lea W.
United Kingdom · Jul 2026
Did the job without any drama. Activation was automatic when I arrived.
Ingrid
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago Thanks for sharing, Lea! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Ingrid
Sofia H.
Egypt · Jul 2026
First time using an eSIM and it was painless in Costa Rica. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more.
Priya
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago Thank you so much, Sofia! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Priya
Ryan K.
Ireland · Jul 2026
Did the job without any drama in Costa Rica. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering.
Ingrid
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago Thanks for sharing, Ryan! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. We're here whenever you travel again. — Ingrid, GotoeSIM Support
Zoe G.
Sweden · Jul 2026
First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Customer support answered my question quickly. Made staying connected effortless.
Diego
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago Thank you so much, Zoe! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. We're here whenever you travel again. – Diego, GotoeSIM Support
Ryan L.
France · Jul 2026
Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport in Costa Rica. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Five stars from me.
Ingrid
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago Cheers, Ryan! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Costa Rica. We're here whenever you travel again. — Ingrid, GotoeSIM Support
Linh L.
India · Jul 2026
First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Coverage was strong even outside the city. Exactly as described — no surprises.
Sophie
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago Thanks for sharing, Linh! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Costa Rica. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Sophie, GotoeSIM Support
Mateo L.
New Zealand · Jul 2026
Connected the moment I landed in Costa Rica. Customer support answered my question quickly.
Laura
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago Thanks for sharing, Mateo! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Laura 💜
Grace F.
Portugal · Jul 2026
Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Highly recommend for any traveller.
Omar
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago Thank you for the kind words, Grace! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Costa Rica. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Omar, GotoeSIM Support
Elena C.
United States · Jul 2026
Did the job without any drama. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Made staying connected effortless.
Ingrid
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago Thanks a lot, Elena! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Ingrid, GotoeSIM Support
Grace V.
Brazil · Jul 2026
Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Five stars from me.
Tom
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago Thanks a lot, Grace! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Costa Rica. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Tom, GotoeSIM Support
Ravi L.
UAE · Jul 2026
Super easy to set up before I flew out. Activation was automatic when I arrived. Would definitely buy again.
Laura
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago Really appreciate this, Ravi! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Enjoy your journeys! – Laura 💜
Diego M.
Singapore · Jul 2026
Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first.
Mark
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago We're really sorry, Diego. This isn't the standard we aim for. Please contact us at gotoesim.com/support and we'll sort it out. – Mark 💜
Hugo P.
Germany · Jul 2026
Did the job without any drama. Activation was automatic when I arrived. Exactly as described — no surprises.
Priya
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago Thank you so much, Hugo! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Come back anytime! – Priya 💜
Daniel N.
South Korea · Jul 2026
Did the job without any drama. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas.
Priya
GotoeSIM Support
· 2 months ago Really appreciate this, Daniel! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – Priya, GotoeSIM Support
Frequently asked questions
How much does the Costa Rica eSIM cost?
The Costa Rica 2GB/Day plan costs $6.72 for 2 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
Olivia F. · 1 month ago
Can I use this for hotspot/tethering?
Hi Olivia! Yes, you can definitely use the Costa Rica eSIM for hotspotting and tethering. It will work seamlessly alongside your normal SIM, so you can stay connected while sharing your data. If you have any other questions, feel free to ask! – Laura, GotoeSIM Support
Kenji G. · 4 months ago
Will this keep my WhatsApp active with my home number?
Yes Kenji, WhatsApp keeps working with your home number — the eSIM only carries data. — Omar
Grace W. · 5 months ago
Does this work on an iPhone 13?
Yes Grace, it works on iPhone XS and newer — just add the eSIM under Settings › Cellular › Add eSIM. — Laura, GotoeSIM Support
Giulia P. · 5 months ago
How do I check how much data I have left?
You can check remaining data anytime in the GotoeSIM app under My eSIMs, Giulia. – Yuki 💜
Aisha R. · 5 months ago
Can I use this for hotspot/tethering?
Tethering is supported, Aisha! Feel free to hotspot to your other devices. – Sophie 💜
Sven F. · 7 months ago
How long does the QR code take to arrive after payment?
Your QR code arrives instantly, Sven — within seconds of payment, by email and in your account. – James, GotoeSIM Support
Ji-woo G. · 10 months ago
Thanks, installed with no problems on my Samsung.
It works great on modern Samsung phones, Ji-woo! Add it via SIM manager and you're set. – Laura, GotoeSIM Support
Ryan W. · 10 months ago
Do I need to install it before I travel or after I arrive?
We recommend installing before you travel, Ryan, then it activates automatically on arrival. — Anna
Noah R. · 11 months ago
Which networks does this connect to?
It connects to trusted local partner networks, Noah, on 4G/5G where available. – David 💜
Andre S. · 11 months ago
Can I top up the same eSIM instead of buying a new one?
Topping up is easy, Andre! Just add more data to your existing eSIM in the app. — Ken, GotoeSIM Support
Liam B. · 11 months ago
Does the validity start on purchase or on first use?
Validity usually starts when you first connect in your destination, Liam — not at purchase. – Ingrid, GotoeSIM Support
Sarah F. · 1 year ago
Is 5G supported or just 4G?
5G is available where covered, Sarah — you'll always get the best speed on offer. — Diego, GotoeSIM Support
Marco G. · 1 year ago
Great guide, the setup steps were really helpful.
Thanks Marco, that means a lot! Reach out anytime. — Emma