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Costa Rica eSIM — reviews & details

Costa Rica 3GB 15Days · 3 GB · 15 days

View plan & buy — $8.13
4.5

620 reviews

5 ★ 63%
4 ★ 27%
3 ★ 7%
2 ★ 2%
1 ★ 0%

Coverage & networks

  • Costa Rica Claro 4G

Traveller reviews

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Daniel R.

Canada · Jan 2026

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Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues.

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support · 6 months ago

Thank you for the kind words, Daniel! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Costa Rica. Enjoy your journeys! – Emma, GotoeSIM Support

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Lucia G.

United States · Jan 2026

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Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple. Highly recommend for any traveller.

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support · 6 months ago

Thanks for sharing, Lucia! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. — Grace

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Andre D.

Mexico · Jan 2026

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Exactly what I needed for travelling. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering.

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support · 6 months ago

Really appreciate this, Andre! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. – Sara, GotoeSIM Support

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Mohammed L.

Philippines · Jan 2026

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Exactly what I needed for travelling. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas.

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support · 6 months ago

Cheers, Mohammed! So happy the Costa Rica eSIM kept you connected. Enjoy your journeys! – Diego, GotoeSIM Support

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Ji-woo S.

Mexico · Jan 2026

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Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support · 6 months ago

Thank you for the kind words, Ji-woo! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Costa Rica. Enjoy your journeys! — Yuki, GotoeSIM Support

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Grace K.

Canada · Jan 2026

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Good coverage in the city, a bit patchy in remote areas. Customer support answered my question quickly.

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support · 6 months ago

Thanks for the honest feedback, Grace. 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. – Ingrid, GotoeSIM Support

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Thomas V.

New Zealand · Jan 2026

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

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support · 6 months ago

So sorry to hear this, Thomas. That's not the experience we want for Costa Rica. Reach our team at gotoesim.com/support so we can help right away. – Grace 💜

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Yuki D.

Australia · Jan 2026

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Exactly what I needed for travelling. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing.

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support · 6 months ago

Thank you for the kind words, Yuki! So happy the Costa Rica eSIM kept you connected. Enjoy your journeys! – Tom 💜

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Hugo G.

Saudi Arabia · Jan 2026

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Connected the moment I landed. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Zero regrets.

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support · 6 months ago

Thanks a lot, Hugo! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Costa Rica. – Laura, GotoeSIM Support

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Haruto T.

Ireland · Jan 2026

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Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Coverage was strong even outside the city.

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support · 6 months ago

Thanks a lot, Haruto! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. – Yuki, GotoeSIM Support

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Pablo T.

United States · Jan 2026

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Great value compared to roaming charges. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Five stars from me.

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support · 6 months ago

Cheers, Pablo! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Come back anytime! — Omar, GotoeSIM Support

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Louis F.

Thailand · Jan 2026

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No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more. Zero regrets.

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support · 6 months ago

So glad to hear this, Louis! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Costa Rica. — Priya, GotoeSIM Support

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Sofia L.

Germany · Jan 2026

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Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Customer support answered my question quickly.

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support · 6 months ago

Thanks for sharing, Sofia! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. — Laura, GotoeSIM Support

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Anna S.

Italy · Jan 2026

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Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support · 6 months ago

Thanks a lot, Anna! So happy the Costa Rica eSIM kept you connected. – Ken 💜

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Isabella F.

Turkey · Jan 2026

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Connected the moment I landed in Costa Rica. Customer support answered my question quickly. Exactly as described — no surprises.

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support · 6 months ago

So glad to hear this, Isabella! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – Sara, 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

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Noah L. · 4 days ago

Great guide, the setup steps were really helpful.

James James GotoeSIM Support

Thanks Noah, that means a lot! Reach out anytime. — James

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Priya T. · 1 week ago

Can I use this for hotspot/tethering?

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support

Yes Priya, hotspot/tethering works fine — share your data to a laptop or tablet anytime. – Priya, GotoeSIM Support

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Ji-woo W. · 1 month ago

Which networks does this connect to?

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support

You'll be on top local networks, Ji-woo — full details are on the plan page under Coverage. – Laura 💜

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Mateo D. · 1 month ago

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

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support

Yes Mateo, you can top up the same eSIM anytime — no need to buy a new one. – Sophie, GotoeSIM Support

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Grace D. · 3 months ago

Will this keep my WhatsApp active with my home number?

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support

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

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Linh S. · 5 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, Linh — not at purchase. – Ingrid 💜

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Ryan L. · 6 months ago

Is roaming charged extra or is it all included?

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support

Roaming is included in the plan, Ryan — no extra charges, it's all prepaid. — Yuki, GotoeSIM Support

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Sri M. · 8 months ago

Is 5G supported or just 4G?

David David GotoeSIM Support

Yes Sri, 5G is supported where the local network offers it, otherwise fast 4G. – David, GotoeSIM Support

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Emma V. · 8 months ago

Does this work on an iPhone 13?

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support

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

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Liam F. · 9 months ago

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

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support

We recommend installing before you travel, Liam, then it activates automatically on arrival. – Tom 💜

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Hana N. · 10 months ago

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

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support

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

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Sophia K. · 11 months ago

How do I check how much data I have left?

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support

You can check remaining data anytime in the GotoeSIM app under My eSIMs, Sophia. — Anna, GotoeSIM Support