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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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Beatriz W.

Germany · Mar 2025

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Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Activation was automatic when I arrived. Highly recommend for any traveller.

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

So glad to hear this, Beatriz! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Costa Rica. Come back anytime! – Tom 💜

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Omar L.

Indonesia · Mar 2025

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No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Telling my friends about this.

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Cheers, Omar! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. We're here whenever you travel again. — Diego, GotoeSIM Support

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Emma M.

Turkey · Feb 2025

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Great value compared to roaming charges in Costa Rica. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing.

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

So glad to hear this, Emma! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Come back anytime! — Omar

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Noah B.

Germany · Feb 2025

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Great value compared to roaming charges. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple. Highly recommend for any traveller.

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you for the kind words, Noah! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Emma 💜

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Wei D.

Portugal · Feb 2025

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Did the job without any drama. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data.

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Really appreciate this, Wei! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. — Ingrid, GotoeSIM Support

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Sarah G.

Thailand · Feb 2025

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Did the job without any drama. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare.

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you for the kind words, Sarah! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Come back anytime! – Grace 💜

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Louis K.

Mexico · Feb 2025

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Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data. Made staying connected effortless.

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you so much, Louis! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Costa Rica. — Mark

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Ingrid G.

Sweden · Feb 2025

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Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport in Costa Rica. The QR code arrived instantly by email. Exactly as described — no surprises.

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

So glad to hear this, Ingrid! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Enjoy your journeys! – Yuki 💜

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Arjun N.

United States · Feb 2025

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Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data. Made staying connected effortless.

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks a lot, Arjun! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Costa Rica. We're here whenever you travel again. — Ken

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Linh R.

South Korea · Feb 2025

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Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly in Costa Rica. Customer support answered my question quickly. Highly recommend for any traveller.

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

So glad to hear this, Linh! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Costa Rica. We're here whenever you travel again. — Grace, GotoeSIM Support

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Chloe D.

Japan · Feb 2025

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Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Made staying connected effortless.

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Really appreciate this, Chloe! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Costa Rica. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Priya

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Sri V.

Portugal · Feb 2025

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Install took me two tries but was fine after that. Activation was automatic when I arrived.

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Appreciate you sharing this, Sri. 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. – Priya 💜

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Carlos T.

Spain · Feb 2025

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Exactly what I needed for travelling. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you so much, Carlos! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Sophie, GotoeSIM Support

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Mei R.

Poland · Feb 2025

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First time using an eSIM and it was painless in Costa Rica. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more.

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you so much, Mei! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Come back anytime! – Mark, GotoeSIM Support

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Sarah G.

South Korea · Feb 2025

✓ Verified

Exactly what I needed for travelling. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data. Exactly as described — no surprises.

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

So glad to hear this, Sarah! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Enjoy your journeys! – Sara 💜

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