Costa Rica eSIM — reviews & details
Costa Rica 2GB/Day · 2 GB/day · 1 days
620 reviews
Coverage & networks
- Costa Rica Claro 4G
Traveller reviews
Zoe P.
Germany · May 2025
No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing.
Grace
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Really appreciate this, Zoe! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Costa Rica. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Grace, GotoeSIM Support
Anna T.
France · May 2025
Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. Exactly as described — no surprises.
Grace
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Really appreciate this, Anna! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Come back anytime! – Grace, GotoeSIM Support
Ryan P.
Malaysia · May 2025
Connected the moment I landed in Costa Rica. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.
Laura
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Really appreciate this, Ryan! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Costa Rica. — Laura, GotoeSIM Support
Min-jun F.
Malaysia · May 2025
Solid overall, just wish there was a bit more data for the price. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple.
Diego
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago So sorry to hear this, Min-jun. This isn't the standard we aim for. Reach our team at gotoesim.com/support so we can help right away. – Diego, GotoeSIM Support
Ingrid R.
Indonesia · May 2025
Solid overall, just wish there was a bit more data for the price.
Grace
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thank you for taking the time, Ingrid. Glad it mostly worked for you in Costa Rica — we're always improving our coverage. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. — Grace
Daniel H.
Canada · May 2025
Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more.
Anna
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks for the honest feedback, Daniel. 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. – Anna 💜
Ananya F.
Germany · May 2025
First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Exactly as described — no surprises.
Anna
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Really appreciate this, Ananya! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. — Anna
Nguyen D.
Turkey · May 2025
Great value compared to roaming charges. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Telling my friends about this.
David
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks for sharing, Nguyen! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. We're here whenever you travel again. — David, GotoeSIM Support
Lucia R.
France · May 2025
Decent speeds, though slower than I expected in a few spots. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare.
Ingrid
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thank you for taking the time, Lucia. Glad it mostly worked for you in Costa Rica — we're always improving our coverage. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. — Ingrid, GotoeSIM Support
Chloe C.
Poland · May 2025
Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Highly recommend for any traveller.
Grace
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thank you for the kind words, Chloe! So happy the Costa Rica eSIM kept you connected. — Grace
Liam K.
Philippines · May 2025
Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple. Five stars from me.
Mark
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks a lot, Liam! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. — Mark
Katya C.
Mexico · May 2025
Did the job without any drama. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Highly recommend for any traveller.
Tom
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Really appreciate this, Katya! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Costa Rica. — Tom
Somchai G.
Japan · Apr 2025
Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. The QR code arrived instantly by email. Made staying connected effortless.
Anna
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thank you for the kind words, Somchai! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Enjoy your journeys! — Anna
Kenji H.
Indonesia · Apr 2025
Great value compared to roaming charges. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data.
David
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thank you for the kind words, Kenji! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – David, GotoeSIM Support
Carlos S.
Switzerland · Apr 2025
Super easy to set up before I flew out. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. A must-have for international travel.
Sara
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thank you for the kind words, Carlos! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. — Sara, GotoeSIM Support
Frequently asked questions
How much does the Costa Rica eSIM cost?
The Costa Rica 2GB/Day plan costs $6.30 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
Kenji G. · 3 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. · 3 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. · 4 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. · 4 months ago
Can I use this for hotspot/tethering?
Tethering is supported, Aisha! Feel free to hotspot to your other devices. – Sophie 💜
Sven F. · 6 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. · 8 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. · 9 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. · 9 months ago
Which networks does this connect to?
It connects to trusted local partner networks, Noah, on 4G/5G where available. – David 💜
Andre S. · 10 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. · 10 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. · 11 months 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