Costa Rica eSIM — reviews & details
Costa Rica 3GB 15Days · 3 GB · 15 days
620 reviews
Coverage & networks
- Costa Rica Claro 4G
Traveller reviews
Isabella G.
Switzerland · Jul 2026
Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more.
Yuki
GotoeSIM Support
· 4 days ago Thanks for sharing, Isabella! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Yuki, GotoeSIM Support
Sri M.
United States · Jul 2026
Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare.
Priya
GotoeSIM Support
· 6 days ago Thank you for taking the time, 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
Diego D.
Portugal · Jul 2026
Solid overall, just wish there was a bit more data for the price. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues.
Laura
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 week ago Thanks for the honest feedback, Diego. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across Costa Rica. Reach us anytime at gotoesim.com/support if we can help. — Laura, GotoeSIM Support
Grace R.
Malaysia · Jul 2026
Exactly what I needed for travelling. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data.
Ken
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 week ago Thanks for sharing, Grace! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Ken, GotoeSIM Support
Omar S.
United States · Jul 2026
Great value compared to roaming charges. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Made staying connected effortless.
James
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 week ago So glad to hear this, Omar! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Enjoy your journeys! – James 💜
Emma S.
Spain · Jul 2026
Connected the moment I landed. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Zero regrets.
Ken
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 week ago Thanks for sharing, Emma! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Come back anytime! — Ken
Sven V.
France · Jul 2026
Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more. Five stars from me.
Omar
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 week ago Thanks for sharing, Sven! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Enjoy your journeys! – Omar, GotoeSIM Support
Mateo V.
Indonesia · Jul 2026
Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data. Great experience overall.
Mark
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 week ago Thanks a lot, Mateo! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Mark 💜
Zoe H.
Canada · Jul 2026
First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Exactly as described — no surprises.
James
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 week ago Cheers, Zoe! So happy the Costa Rica eSIM kept you connected. Come back anytime! – James 💜
Anna N.
Poland · Jul 2026
Did the job without any drama in Costa Rica. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data. Made staying connected effortless.
Priya
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 week ago Cheers, Anna! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Costa Rica. Enjoy your journeys! – Priya 💜
Lucia C.
UAE · Jul 2026
Saved me a fortune on my holiday in Costa Rica. The QR code arrived instantly by email.
Mark
GotoeSIM Support
· 2 weeks ago Thank you so much, Lucia! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. — Mark
Giulia N.
Japan · Jul 2026
Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data.
Ingrid
GotoeSIM Support
· 2 weeks ago Really appreciate this, Giulia! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Ingrid, GotoeSIM Support
Olivia M.
United States · Jul 2026
Did the job without any drama. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more.
Mark
GotoeSIM Support
· 2 weeks ago Thank you so much, Olivia! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. — Mark, GotoeSIM Support
Beatriz D.
Portugal · Jul 2026
Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process in Costa Rica. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues.
Anna
GotoeSIM Support
· 2 weeks ago Thank you so much, Beatriz! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. — Anna, GotoeSIM Support
Mohammed P.
Portugal · Jul 2026
Exactly what I needed for travelling. Coverage was strong even outside the city. Great experience overall.
James
GotoeSIM Support
· 2 weeks ago Thanks a lot, Mohammed! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. We're here whenever you travel again. — James, GotoeSIM Support
Frequently asked questions
How much does the Costa Rica eSIM cost?
The Costa Rica 3GB 15Days plan costs $8.13 for 3 GB over 15 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
Noah L. · 4 days ago
Great guide, the setup steps were really helpful.
Thanks Noah, that means a lot! Reach out anytime. — James
Priya T. · 1 week ago
Can I use this for hotspot/tethering?
Yes Priya, hotspot/tethering works fine — share your data to a laptop or tablet anytime. – Priya, GotoeSIM Support
Ji-woo W. · 1 month ago
Which networks does this connect to?
You'll be on top local networks, Ji-woo — full details are on the plan page under Coverage. – Laura 💜
Mateo D. · 1 month ago
Can I top up the same eSIM instead of buying a new one?
Yes Mateo, you can top up the same eSIM anytime — no need to buy a new one. – Sophie, GotoeSIM Support
Grace D. · 3 months ago
Will this keep my WhatsApp active with my home number?
Yes Grace, WhatsApp keeps working with your home number — the eSIM only carries data. — Ken
Linh S. · 5 months ago
Does the validity start on purchase or on first use?
Validity usually starts when you first connect in your destination, Linh — not at purchase. – Ingrid 💜
Ryan L. · 6 months ago
Is roaming charged extra or is it all included?
Roaming is included in the plan, Ryan — no extra charges, it's all prepaid. — Yuki, GotoeSIM Support
Sri M. · 8 months ago
Is 5G supported or just 4G?
Yes Sri, 5G is supported where the local network offers it, otherwise fast 4G. – David, GotoeSIM Support
Emma V. · 8 months ago
Does this work on an iPhone 13?
Yes Emma, it works on iPhone XS and newer — just add the eSIM under Settings › Cellular › Add eSIM. — Grace
Liam F. · 9 months ago
Do I need to install it before I travel or after I arrive?
We recommend installing before you travel, Liam, then it activates automatically on arrival. – Tom 💜
Hana N. · 10 months ago
How long does the QR code take to arrive after payment?
Your QR code arrives instantly, Hana — within seconds of payment, by email and in your account. – Sara, GotoeSIM Support
Sophia K. · 11 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, Sophia. — Anna, GotoeSIM Support