Costa Rica eSIM — reviews & details
Costa Rica 3GB 15Days · 3 GB · 15 days
620 reviews
Coverage & networks
- Costa Rica Claro 4G
Traveller reviews
Elena K.
Egypt · Dec 2025
Exactly what I needed for travelling. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.
Diego
GotoeSIM Support
· 7 months ago Thank you for the kind words, Elena! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Costa Rica. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Diego 💜
Anna M.
United Kingdom · Dec 2025
Exactly what I needed for travelling in Costa Rica. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Highly recommend for any traveller.
Emma
GotoeSIM Support
· 7 months ago Cheers, Anna! So happy the Costa Rica eSIM kept you connected. – Emma 💜
Yuki K.
Sweden · Dec 2025
Did the job without any drama. Coverage was strong even outside the city. Great experience overall.
Laura
GotoeSIM Support
· 7 months ago Cheers, Yuki! So happy the Costa Rica eSIM kept you connected. — Laura
Haruto B.
Philippines · Dec 2025
No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Highly recommend for any traveller.
James
GotoeSIM Support
· 7 months ago So glad to hear this, Haruto! So happy the Costa Rica eSIM kept you connected. — James
Diego M.
Japan · Dec 2025
Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. Great experience overall.
Tom
GotoeSIM Support
· 7 months ago Cheers, Diego! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Tom
Mohammed K.
Turkey · Dec 2025
Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data.
Mark
GotoeSIM Support
· 7 months ago Thank you for the kind words, Mohammed! So happy the Costa Rica eSIM kept you connected. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Mark, GotoeSIM Support
Isabella S.
Poland · Dec 2025
Great value compared to roaming charges. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Five stars from me.
Mark
GotoeSIM Support
· 7 months ago Thank you for the kind words, Isabella! So happy the Costa Rica eSIM kept you connected. Enjoy your journeys! — Mark, GotoeSIM Support
Camila D.
Germany · Dec 2025
Did the job without any drama. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.
David
GotoeSIM Support
· 7 months ago Really appreciate this, Camila! So happy the Costa Rica eSIM kept you connected. – David, GotoeSIM Support
Nguyen B.
Thailand · Dec 2025
Great value compared to roaming charges. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Great experience overall.
Emma
GotoeSIM Support
· 7 months ago Really appreciate this, Nguyen! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. — Emma, GotoeSIM Support
Beatriz K.
UAE · Dec 2025
Did the job without any drama. Customer support answered my question quickly. Great experience overall.
Yuki
GotoeSIM Support
· 7 months ago Really appreciate this, Beatriz! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Costa Rica. Come back anytime! — Yuki
Giulia N.
Poland · Dec 2025
Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Exactly as described — no surprises.
Grace
GotoeSIM Support
· 7 months ago Thanks for sharing, Giulia! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Enjoy your journeys! – Grace, GotoeSIM Support
Sven R.
Malaysia · Dec 2025
First time using an eSIM and it was painless in Costa Rica. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Five stars from me.
Laura
GotoeSIM Support
· 7 months ago Thanks for sharing, Sven! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Costa Rica. — Laura
Diego C.
United States · Dec 2025
Super easy to set up before I flew out. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare.
Sophie
GotoeSIM Support
· 7 months ago Thank you so much, Diego! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Enjoy your journeys! – Sophie 💜
Priya B.
Sweden · Dec 2025
First time using an eSIM and it was painless in Costa Rica. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Five stars from me.
Sara
GotoeSIM Support
· 7 months ago So glad to hear this, Priya! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. — Sara
Budi T.
Spain · Dec 2025
Super easy to set up before I flew out in Costa Rica. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Exactly as described — no surprises.
Sophie
GotoeSIM Support
· 7 months ago So glad to hear this, Budi! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Sophie 💜
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