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Costa Rica 2GB/Day · 2 GB/day · 1 days

View plan & buy — $6.30
4.5

620 reviews

5 ★ 63%
4 ★ 26%
3 ★ 6%
2 ★ 4%
1 ★ 1%

Coverage & networks

  • Costa Rica Claro 4G

Traveller reviews

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Sri B.

Portugal · Feb 2025

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Super easy to set up before I flew out. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more.

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks a lot, Sri! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Come back anytime! – Omar 💜

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Liam H.

United Kingdom · Feb 2025

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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 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 💜

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Daniel V.

Australia · Feb 2025

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Great value compared to roaming charges. Customer support answered my question quickly. Zero regrets.

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you so much, Daniel! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. – Ken, GotoeSIM Support

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Thomas B.

Switzerland · Feb 2025

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Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Great experience overall.

Sara 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

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Sven L.

Japan · Feb 2025

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Connected the moment I landed. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data. A must-have for international travel.

Priya 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

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Sri B.

Egypt · Feb 2025

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Decent speeds, though slower than I expected in a few spots. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data.

Priya 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

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Ethan F.

France · Feb 2025

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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 David GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks a lot, Ethan! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. — David

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Arjun F.

India · Feb 2025

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Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Five stars from me.

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Really appreciate this, Arjun! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Costa Rica. Come back anytime! – Anna 💜

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Min-jun P.

France · Feb 2025

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Good coverage in the city, a bit patchy in remote areas. Activation was automatic when I arrived.

Mark 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

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Hugo S.

United States · Feb 2025

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Did the job without any drama. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Five stars from me.

Anna 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

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Diego C.

Indonesia · Feb 2025

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Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing.

Yuki 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

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Mei W.

United States · Feb 2025

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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 Ken GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks for sharing, Mei! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Come back anytime! — Ken, GotoeSIM Support

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Fatima R.

Switzerland · Feb 2025

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

Priya 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 💜

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Louis V.

Portugal · Feb 2025

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Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Activation was automatic when I arrived. Would definitely buy again.

Tom 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

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Sri H.

Malaysia · Feb 2025

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Exactly what I needed for travelling in Costa Rica. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues.

Emma 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

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Kenji G. · 3 months ago

Will this keep my WhatsApp active with my home number?

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support

Yes Kenji, WhatsApp keeps working with your home number — the eSIM only carries data. — Omar

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Grace W. · 3 months ago

Does this work on an iPhone 13?

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support

Yes Grace, it works on iPhone XS and newer — just add the eSIM under Settings › Cellular › Add eSIM. — Laura, GotoeSIM Support

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Giulia P. · 4 months ago

How do I check how much data I have left?

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support

You can check remaining data anytime in the GotoeSIM app under My eSIMs, Giulia. – Yuki 💜

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Aisha R. · 4 months ago

Can I use this for hotspot/tethering?

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support

Tethering is supported, Aisha! Feel free to hotspot to your other devices. – Sophie 💜

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Sven F. · 6 months ago

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

James James GotoeSIM Support

Your QR code arrives instantly, Sven — within seconds of payment, by email and in your account. – James, GotoeSIM Support

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Ji-woo G. · 8 months ago

Thanks, installed with no problems on my Samsung.

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support

It works great on modern Samsung phones, Ji-woo! Add it via SIM manager and you're set. – Laura, GotoeSIM Support

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Ryan W. · 9 months ago

Do I need to install it before I travel or after I arrive?

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support

We recommend installing before you travel, Ryan, then it activates automatically on arrival. — Anna

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Noah R. · 9 months ago

Which networks does this connect to?

David David GotoeSIM Support

It connects to trusted local partner networks, Noah, on 4G/5G where available. – David 💜

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Andre S. · 10 months ago

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

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support

Topping up is easy, Andre! Just add more data to your existing eSIM in the app. — Ken, GotoeSIM Support

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Liam B. · 10 months ago

Does the validity start on purchase or on first use?

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support

Validity usually starts when you first connect in your destination, Liam — not at purchase. – Ingrid, GotoeSIM Support

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Sarah F. · 11 months ago

Is 5G supported or just 4G?

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support

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

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Marco G. · 1 year ago

Great guide, the setup steps were really helpful.

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support

Thanks Marco, that means a lot! Reach out anytime. — Emma