Costa Rica eSIM — reviews & details
Costa Rica 3GB 15Days · 3 GB · 15 days
620 reviews
Coverage & networks
- Costa Rica Claro 4G
Traveller reviews
Giulia V.
Malaysia · Nov 2025
Install took me two tries but was fine after that. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more.
Ken
GotoeSIM Support
· 8 months ago Thanks for the honest feedback, Giulia. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across Costa Rica. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. – Ken 💜
Noah T.
Australia · Oct 2025
Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues.
Diego
GotoeSIM Support
· 8 months ago Appreciate you sharing this, Noah. 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. – Diego 💜
Lea L.
Portugal · Oct 2025
Install took me two tries but was fine after that. Coverage was strong even outside the city.
Sophie
GotoeSIM Support
· 9 months ago Thanks for the honest feedback, 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. — Sophie, GotoeSIM Support
Somchai N.
Australia · Sep 2025
Good coverage in the city, a bit patchy in remote areas.
Ken
GotoeSIM Support
· 9 months ago Thank you for taking the time, Somchai. 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. — Ken, GotoeSIM Support
Nguyen T.
India · Sep 2025
Install took me two tries but was fine after that.
Ken
GotoeSIM Support
· 9 months ago Thanks for the honest feedback, Nguyen. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across Costa Rica. Reach us anytime at gotoesim.com/support if we can help. – Ken, GotoeSIM Support
Ingrid V.
Egypt · Aug 2025
Install took me two tries but was fine after that.
David
GotoeSIM Support
· 10 months ago Appreciate you sharing this, Ingrid. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across Costa Rica. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. – David 💜
Daniel B.
South Korea · Aug 2025
Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first. The QR code arrived instantly by email.
Laura
GotoeSIM Support
· 11 months ago Appreciate you sharing this, 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. – Laura, GotoeSIM Support
Olivia N.
Canada · Aug 2025
Solid overall, just wish there was a bit more data for the price.
Sara
GotoeSIM Support
· 11 months ago Thank you for taking the time, Olivia. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across Costa Rica. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. — Sara, GotoeSIM Support
Sophia G.
India · Aug 2025
Install took me two tries but was fine after that. Customer support answered my question quickly.
Anna
GotoeSIM Support
· 11 months ago Appreciate you sharing this, Sophia. 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. — Anna
Lea D.
UAE · Jul 2025
Good coverage in the city, a bit patchy in remote areas. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing.
Laura
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks for the honest feedback, Lea. Glad it mostly worked for you in Costa Rica — we're always improving our coverage. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. — Laura, GotoeSIM Support
Ingrid D.
United States · Jun 2025
Solid overall, just wish there was a bit more data for the price.
James
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks for the honest feedback, Ingrid. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across Costa Rica. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. — James
Haruto L.
Thailand · May 2025
Decent speeds, though slower than I expected in a few spots.
Grace
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Appreciate you sharing this, Haruto. 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. – Grace 💜
Linh F.
Egypt · Apr 2025
Solid overall, just wish there was a bit more data for the price.
Grace
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Appreciate you sharing this, Linh. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across Costa Rica. Reach us anytime at gotoesim.com/support if we can help. – Grace 💜
Mohammed M.
Germany · Mar 2025
Decent speeds, though slower than I expected in a few spots. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing.
Anna
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks for the honest feedback, Mohammed. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across Costa Rica. Reach us anytime at gotoesim.com/support if we can help. — Anna
Diego N.
Indonesia · Mar 2025
Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering.
Emma
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thank you for taking the time, Diego. 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. — Emma
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. · 6 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