Costa Rica eSIM — reviews & details
Costa Rica 3GB 15Days · 3 GB · 15 days
620 reviews
Coverage & networks
- Costa Rica Claro 4G
Traveller reviews
Grace R.
Malaysia · Jul 2026
Exactly what I needed for travelling. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data.
Ken
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 week ago Thanks for sharing, Grace! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Ken, GotoeSIM Support
Mateo V.
Indonesia · Jul 2026
Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data. Great experience overall.
Mark
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 week ago Thanks a lot, Mateo! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Mark 💜
Lucia C.
UAE · Jul 2026
Saved me a fortune on my holiday in Costa Rica. The QR code arrived instantly by email.
Mark
GotoeSIM Support
· 2 weeks ago Thank you so much, Lucia! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. — Mark
Mohammed P.
Portugal · Jul 2026
Exactly what I needed for travelling. Coverage was strong even outside the city. Great experience overall.
James
GotoeSIM Support
· 2 weeks ago Thanks a lot, Mohammed! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. We're here whenever you travel again. — James, GotoeSIM Support
Mohammed V.
South Korea · Jul 2026
Exactly what I needed for travelling in Costa Rica. Coverage was strong even outside the city. Five stars from me.
Yuki
GotoeSIM Support
· 3 weeks ago Thank you so much, Mohammed! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Yuki, GotoeSIM Support
Sarah K.
Spain · Jul 2026
Great value compared to roaming charges. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues.
Mark
GotoeSIM Support
· 3 weeks ago Thank you so much, Sarah! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Come back anytime! — Mark
Sofia B.
Vietnam · Jun 2026
Saved me a fortune on my holiday in Costa Rica. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.
Diego
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago Thank you for the kind words, Sofia! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Diego
Thomas M.
Brazil · Jun 2026
Super easy to set up before I flew out. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more. Great experience overall.
Sara
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago Thank you so much, Thomas! So happy the Costa Rica eSIM kept you connected. — Sara
Yuki H.
Italy · Jun 2026
Great value compared to roaming charges. Coverage was strong even outside the city. A must-have for international travel.
Grace
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago Thank you for the kind words, Yuki! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Enjoy your journeys! — Grace, GotoeSIM Support
Mohammed L.
Mexico · Jun 2026
Exactly what I needed for travelling. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare.
Anna
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago Thanks a lot, Mohammed! So happy the Costa Rica eSIM kept you connected. We're here whenever you travel again. – Anna 💜
Ethan L.
Switzerland · Jun 2026
Connected the moment I landed. Coverage was strong even outside the city. Highly recommend for any traveller.
Omar
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago So glad to hear this, Ethan! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Enjoy your journeys! – Omar, GotoeSIM Support
Thomas R.
South Korea · Jun 2026
Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Would definitely buy again.
Ken
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago Thanks a lot, Thomas! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Enjoy your journeys! – Ken, GotoeSIM Support
Lucia G.
Poland · Jun 2026
No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple.
Tom
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago So glad to hear this, Lucia! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Tom
Mei B.
Portugal · Jun 2026
Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more. Made staying connected effortless.
Diego
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago So glad to hear this, Mei! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. — Diego
Pablo M.
Switzerland · May 2026
No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Customer support answered my question quickly. Great experience overall.
Omar
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago Thank you so much, Pablo! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Enjoy your journeys! – Omar 💜
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. · 5 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