Costa Rica eSIM — reviews & details
Costa Rica 3GB/Day FUP1Mbps · 3 GB/day · 1 days
31 reviews
Coverage & networks
- Costa Rica Claro 4G
Traveller reviews
Chloe V.
Singapore · Jul 2026
Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. Made staying connected effortless.
Anna
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago Thanks a lot, Chloe! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Costa Rica. Enjoy your journeys! — Anna
Camila R.
Philippines · Jul 2026
Saved me a fortune on my holiday. The QR code arrived instantly by email. Made staying connected effortless.
Priya
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago Cheers, Camila! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. We're here whenever you travel again. — Priya, GotoeSIM Support
Isabella W.
Mexico · Jul 2026
Super easy to set up before I flew out. The QR code arrived instantly by email. Telling my friends about this.
Grace
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago Really appreciate this, Isabella! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Come back anytime! — Grace, GotoeSIM Support
Sri F.
Vietnam · Jul 2026
Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. Exactly as described — no surprises.
Ken
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago Cheers, Sri! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. — Ken
Lucas N.
India · Jul 2026
Connected the moment I landed. Activation was automatic when I arrived. Great experience overall.
Ingrid
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago Really appreciate this, Lucas! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Costa Rica. Come back anytime! – Ingrid 💜
Aisha S.
Egypt · Jul 2026
First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.
Laura
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago Thank you so much, Aisha! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Costa Rica. Enjoy your journeys! — Laura, GotoeSIM Support
Sarah V.
Malaysia · Jul 2026
Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering.
Omar
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago Thank you for taking the time, Sarah. 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. — Omar, GotoeSIM Support
Linh V.
South Korea · Jul 2026
Solid overall, just wish there was a bit more data for the price. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues.
Priya
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago So sorry to hear this, Linh. This isn't the standard we aim for. Please contact us at gotoesim.com/support and we'll sort it out. — Priya, GotoeSIM Support
Liam H.
Singapore · Jul 2026
Great value compared to roaming charges. Activation was automatic when I arrived. Exactly as described — no surprises.
Priya
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago Thanks a lot, Liam! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Enjoy your journeys! — Priya
Max L.
Mexico · Jul 2026
Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas.
Sophie
GotoeSIM Support
· 2 months ago Thanks for sharing, Max! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Sophie, GotoeSIM Support
Sri D.
Mexico · Jul 2026
Connected the moment I landed. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. Five stars from me.
Mark
GotoeSIM Support
· 2 months ago Cheers, Sri! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. — Mark, GotoeSIM Support
Katya K.
Brazil · Jul 2026
Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues.
Sophie
GotoeSIM Support
· 2 months ago So glad to hear this, Katya! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Costa Rica. Enjoy your journeys! — Sophie
Lucas L.
Mexico · Jul 2026
Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data. Great experience overall.
Diego
GotoeSIM Support
· 2 months ago Thanks a lot, Lucas! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. – Diego 💜
Sven W.
United Kingdom · Jul 2026
Great value compared to roaming charges. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. Zero regrets.
Emma
GotoeSIM Support
· 2 months ago Thanks a lot, Sven! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. We're here whenever you travel again. – Emma 💜
Min-jun T.
United Kingdom · Jul 2026
First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Customer support answered my question quickly. Zero regrets.
Diego
GotoeSIM Support
· 2 months ago Really appreciate this, Min-jun! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Diego, GotoeSIM Support
Frequently asked questions
How much does the Costa Rica eSIM cost?
The Costa Rica 3GB/Day FUP1Mbps plan costs $13.95 for 3 GB/day over 1 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 P. · 1 month ago
Thanks, installed with no problems on my Samsung.
It works great on modern Samsung phones, Noah! Add it via SIM manager and you're set. — Grace, GotoeSIM Support
Haruto H. · 2 months ago
Is 5G supported or just 4G?
Yes Haruto, 5G is supported where the local network offers it, otherwise fast 4G. – David, GotoeSIM Support
Lea V. · 2 months ago
Can I use this for hotspot/tethering?
Tethering is supported, Lea! Feel free to hotspot to your other devices. – Priya, GotoeSIM Support
Kenji W. · 3 months ago
Can I top up the same eSIM instead of buying a new one?
Yes Kenji, you can top up the same eSIM anytime — no need to buy a new one. – Diego, GotoeSIM Support
Mateo B. · 5 months ago
Does the validity start on purchase or on first use?
Validity usually starts when you first connect in your destination, Mateo — not at purchase. – Mark 💜
Ava B. · 6 months ago
Which networks does this connect to?
It connects to trusted local partner networks, Ava, on 4G/5G where available. — Omar
Wei H. · 6 months ago
Can I use it in nearby countries too?
For nearby countries, Wei, a regional plan may suit you better — happy to help you pick. – Omar 💜
Priya L. · 9 months ago
How do I check how much data I have left?
Your usage is tracked live in the app, Priya — check My eSIMs anytime. – Ken 💜
Grace D. · 9 months ago
How long does the QR code take to arrive after payment?
It's immediate, Grace! The QR code is delivered the moment your payment goes through. – Grace 💜
James R. · 1 year ago
Great guide, the setup steps were really helpful.
So glad it helped, James! We're always here if you need anything. — Yuki
Yuki M. · 1 year ago
Do I need to install it before I travel or after I arrive?
Install on Wi-Fi before you fly, Yuki — it switches on when you land. — Tom
Fatima L. · 1 year ago
Is roaming charged extra or is it all included?
No surprise fees, Fatima! Roaming is part of the plan and never billed separately. — Sara, GotoeSIM Support