Costa Rica eSIM — reviews & details
Costa Rica 3GB 15Days · 3 GB · 15 days
620 reviews
Coverage & networks
- Costa Rica Claro 4G
Traveller reviews
Sofia F.
Turkey · Sep 2024
Great value compared to roaming charges. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Exactly as described — no surprises.
Mark
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks for sharing, Sofia! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Costa Rica. — Mark
Noah F.
Thailand · Aug 2024
Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Coverage was strong even outside the city. Great experience overall.
Grace
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Cheers, Noah! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. – Grace, GotoeSIM Support
Marco V.
Switzerland · Aug 2024
Super easy to set up before I flew out. Activation was automatic when I arrived. Highly recommend for any traveller.
James
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Really appreciate this, Marco! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Costa Rica. – James 💜
Kenji B.
Malaysia · Aug 2024
Saved me a fortune on my holiday in Costa Rica. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare.
David
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks for sharing, Kenji! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. We're here whenever you travel again. — David, GotoeSIM Support
Budi W.
India · Aug 2024
No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. Telling my friends about this.
Sophie
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thank you for the kind words, Budi! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Sophie 💜
Elena M.
UAE · Aug 2024
Good coverage in the city, a bit patchy in remote areas. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing.
Diego
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thank you for taking the time, Elena. 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, GotoeSIM Support
Mateo N.
Canada · Aug 2024
Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas.
Anna
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thank you for the kind words, Mateo! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. – Anna, GotoeSIM Support
Viktor F.
Poland · Aug 2024
First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple.
Yuki
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks a lot, Viktor! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. — Yuki, GotoeSIM Support
Liam V.
Netherlands · Aug 2024
Install took me two tries but was fine after that.
Tom
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks for the honest feedback, Liam. 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. — Tom, GotoeSIM Support
Ava F.
Australia · Aug 2024
Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. The QR code arrived instantly by email.
Anna
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Really appreciate this, Ava! So happy the Costa Rica eSIM kept you connected. — Anna
Beatriz C.
Philippines · Aug 2024
Exactly what I needed for travelling in Costa Rica. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Highly recommend for any traveller.
Emma
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago So glad to hear this, Beatriz! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Costa Rica. – Emma, GotoeSIM Support
Elena N.
South Korea · Aug 2024
Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport in Costa Rica. Customer support answered my question quickly. Would definitely buy again.
Ingrid
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thank you for the kind words, Elena! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Costa Rica. Enjoy your journeys! – Ingrid, GotoeSIM Support
Kenji S.
Ireland · Aug 2024
Did the job without any drama. Coverage was strong even outside the city. Five stars from me.
Yuki
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Really appreciate this, Kenji! So happy the Costa Rica eSIM kept you connected. Come back anytime! — Yuki
Ingrid C.
UAE · Aug 2024
Exactly what I needed for travelling. Customer support answered my question quickly.
Grace
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Really appreciate this, Ingrid! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. We're here whenever you travel again. — Grace
Thomas M.
Mexico · Aug 2024
Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more. Telling my friends about this.
Laura
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks for sharing, Thomas! So happy the Costa Rica eSIM kept you connected. Enjoy your journeys! – Laura, 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