Costa Rica eSIM — reviews & details
Costa Rica 2GB/Day · 2 GB/day · 1 days
620 reviews
Coverage & networks
- Costa Rica Claro 4G
Traveller reviews
Mohammed C.
UAE · Jul 2026
Decent speeds, though slower than I expected in a few spots. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data.
Sara
GotoeSIM Support
· 3 weeks ago Thank you for taking the time, Mohammed. Glad it mostly worked for you in Costa Rica — we're always improving our coverage. Reach us anytime at gotoesim.com/support if we can help. – Sara, GotoeSIM Support
Lea F.
France · Jun 2026
Install took me two tries but was fine after that. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues.
Emma
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago Thank you for taking the time, Lea. 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. – Emma, GotoeSIM Support
Liam R.
Egypt · Jun 2026
Install took me two tries but was fine after that.
Grace
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago Thank you for taking the time, Liam. Glad it mostly worked for you in Costa Rica — we're always improving our coverage. Reach us anytime at gotoesim.com/support if we can help. – Grace 💜
Ava T.
Egypt · Jun 2026
Install took me two tries but was fine after that. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing.
Sophie
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago Thank you for taking the time, Ava. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across Costa Rica. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. – Sophie 💜
Viktor P.
Vietnam · Jun 2026
Install took me two tries but was fine after that. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data.
Sophie
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago Thanks for the honest feedback, Viktor. 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. – Sophie 💜
Daniel T.
South Korea · May 2026
Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first.
Sara
GotoeSIM Support
· 2 months ago Thank you for taking the time, Daniel. Glad it mostly worked for you in Costa Rica — we're always improving our coverage. Reach us anytime at gotoesim.com/support if we can help. – Sara, GotoeSIM Support
Viktor K.
Japan · Apr 2026
Install took me two tries but was fine after that.
Emma
GotoeSIM Support
· 3 months ago Thanks for the honest feedback, Viktor. Glad it mostly worked for you in Costa Rica — we're always improving our coverage. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. — Emma, GotoeSIM Support
Mei W.
United Kingdom · Apr 2026
Install took me two tries but was fine after that.
Emma
GotoeSIM Support
· 3 months ago Thanks for the honest feedback, Mei. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across Costa Rica. Reach us anytime at gotoesim.com/support if we can help. — Emma
Yuki K.
Spain · Feb 2026
Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first.
Yuki
GotoeSIM Support
· 5 months ago Appreciate you sharing this, Yuki. Glad it mostly worked for you in Costa Rica — we're always improving our coverage. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. — Yuki
Noah K.
Australia · Feb 2026
Solid overall, just wish there was a bit more data for the price.
Sara
GotoeSIM Support
· 5 months ago Thank you for taking the time, Noah. 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. – Sara 💜
Sri V.
United States · Dec 2025
Decent speeds, though slower than I expected in a few spots.
Ken
GotoeSIM Support
· 7 months ago Appreciate you sharing this, 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. – Ken 💜
Pablo F.
UAE · Oct 2025
Solid overall, just wish there was a bit more data for the price. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues.
Omar
GotoeSIM Support
· 9 months ago Thanks for the honest feedback, Pablo. Glad it mostly worked for you in Costa Rica — we're always improving our coverage. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. — Omar
Viktor R.
Turkey · Sep 2025
Decent speeds, though slower than I expected in a few spots. Customer support answered my question quickly.
Ingrid
GotoeSIM Support
· 10 months ago Thanks for the honest feedback, Viktor. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across Costa Rica. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. — Ingrid
Haruto D.
Malaysia · Sep 2025
Install took me two tries but was fine after that.
Yuki
GotoeSIM Support
· 10 months ago Appreciate you sharing this, Haruto. 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. – Yuki 💜
Beatriz T.
New Zealand · Sep 2025
Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first. Activation was automatic when I arrived.
Mark
GotoeSIM Support
· 10 months ago Thank you for taking the time, Beatriz. Glad it mostly worked for you in Costa Rica — we're always improving our coverage. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. – Mark 💜
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