Costa Rica eSIM — reviews & details
Costa Rica 3GB 15Days · 3 GB · 15 days
620 reviews
Coverage & networks
- Costa Rica Claro 4G
Traveller reviews
Noah G.
Japan · Jan 2025
Great value compared to roaming charges. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data. Highly recommend for any traveller.
Anna
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks for sharing, Noah! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Costa Rica. – Anna 💜
Nadia D.
Canada · Jan 2025
Great value compared to roaming charges. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas.
Tom
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Cheers, Nadia! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Tom
Chloe H.
Japan · Jan 2025
Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Zero regrets.
Omar
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thank you for the kind words, Chloe! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Omar
Priya H.
Sweden · Jan 2025
Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Activation was automatic when I arrived. Would definitely buy again.
Priya
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thank you for the kind words, Priya! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – Priya 💜
Ava N.
New Zealand · Jan 2025
Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first. The QR code arrived instantly by email.
David
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago We're really sorry, Ava. That's not the experience we want for Costa Rica. Please contact us at gotoesim.com/support and we'll sort it out. – David 💜
Zoe P.
United Kingdom · Jan 2025
First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Coverage was strong even outside the city.
David
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Cheers, Zoe! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. We're here whenever you travel again. — David, GotoeSIM Support
Yuki M.
Brazil · Dec 2024
Exactly what I needed for travelling. Activation was automatic when I arrived. Made staying connected effortless.
Sara
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks a lot, Yuki! So happy the Costa Rica eSIM kept you connected. — Sara
Carlos N.
Turkey · Dec 2024
First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Activation was automatic when I arrived. Telling my friends about this.
Priya
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thank you for the kind words, Carlos! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Costa Rica. Come back anytime! — Priya, GotoeSIM Support
Yuki C.
Mexico · Dec 2024
Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Customer support answered my question quickly.
Grace
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks a lot, Yuki! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Costa Rica. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Grace, GotoeSIM Support
Ingrid L.
India · Dec 2024
Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Activation was automatic when I arrived.
Mark
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Cheers, Ingrid! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. — Mark, GotoeSIM Support
Wei F.
Japan · Dec 2024
No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Telling my friends about this.
Diego
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thank you so much, Wei! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. – Diego 💜
Elena S.
Malaysia · Dec 2024
Did the job without any drama in Costa Rica. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering.
Diego
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago So glad to hear this, Elena! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – Diego 💜
Nguyen W.
United States · Dec 2024
Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Activation was automatic when I arrived in Costa Rica.
Diego
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Really appreciate this, Nguyen! So happy the Costa Rica eSIM kept you connected. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Diego, GotoeSIM Support
Kenji K.
Turkey · Dec 2024
Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple. Zero regrets.
Omar
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks for sharing, Kenji! So happy the Costa Rica eSIM kept you connected. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Omar, GotoeSIM Support
Budi B.
United Kingdom · Dec 2024
Connected the moment I landed. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Great experience overall.
Anna
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Cheers, Budi! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. – Anna, 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