Costa Rica eSIM — reviews & details
Costa Rica 2GB/Day · 2 GB/day · 1 days
620 reviews
Coverage & networks
- Costa Rica Claro 4G
Traveller reviews
Sri B.
Portugal · Feb 2025
Super easy to set up before I flew out. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more.
Omar
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks a lot, Sri! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Come back anytime! – Omar 💜
Liam H.
United Kingdom · Feb 2025
Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. A must-have for international travel.
Yuki
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Really appreciate this, Liam! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – Yuki 💜
Daniel V.
Australia · Feb 2025
Great value compared to roaming charges. Customer support answered my question quickly. Zero regrets.
Ken
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thank you so much, Daniel! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. – Ken, GotoeSIM Support
Thomas B.
Switzerland · Feb 2025
Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Great experience overall.
Sara
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks for sharing, Thomas! So happy the Costa Rica eSIM kept you connected. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Sara, GotoeSIM Support
Sven L.
Japan · Feb 2025
Connected the moment I landed. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data. A must-have for international travel.
Priya
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago So glad to hear this, Sven! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Priya
Sri B.
Egypt · Feb 2025
Decent speeds, though slower than I expected in a few spots. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data.
Priya
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks for the honest feedback, Sri. Good to hear it did the job, and we're working to make it even better. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. — Priya, GotoeSIM Support
Ethan F.
France · Feb 2025
Super easy to set up before I flew out. Customer support answered my question quickly. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.
David
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks a lot, Ethan! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. — David
Arjun F.
India · Feb 2025
Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Five stars from me.
Anna
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Really appreciate this, Arjun! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Costa Rica. Come back anytime! – Anna 💜
Min-jun P.
France · Feb 2025
Good coverage in the city, a bit patchy in remote areas. Activation was automatic when I arrived.
Mark
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Apologies for the trouble, Min-jun. We'd love the chance to make this right. Please contact us at gotoesim.com/support and we'll sort it out. — Mark, GotoeSIM Support
Hugo S.
United States · Feb 2025
Did the job without any drama. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Five stars from me.
Anna
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago So glad to hear this, Hugo! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Come back anytime! – Anna, GotoeSIM Support
Diego C.
Indonesia · Feb 2025
Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing.
Yuki
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks a lot, Diego! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Costa Rica. Come back anytime! — Yuki
Mei W.
United States · Feb 2025
Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.
Ken
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks for sharing, Mei! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Come back anytime! — Ken, GotoeSIM Support
Fatima R.
Switzerland · Feb 2025
Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first.
Priya
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Appreciate you sharing this, Fatima. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across Costa Rica. Reach us anytime at gotoesim.com/support if we can help. – Priya 💜
Louis V.
Portugal · Feb 2025
Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Activation was automatic when I arrived. Would definitely buy again.
Tom
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thank you for the kind words, Louis! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Costa Rica. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Tom
Sri H.
Malaysia · Feb 2025
Exactly what I needed for travelling in Costa Rica. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues.
Emma
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thank you for the kind words, Sri! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Enjoy your journeys! – Emma 💜
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