Costa Rica eSIM — reviews & details
Costa Rica 5GB 30Days · 5 GB · 30 days
620 reviews
Coverage & networks
- Costa Rica Claro 4G
Traveller reviews
Somchai B.
Mexico · Oct 2025
Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Made staying connected effortless.
Mark
GotoeSIM Support
· 9 months ago Thank you so much, Somchai! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Costa Rica. – Mark, GotoeSIM Support
Liam W.
Malaysia · Oct 2025
Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Zero regrets.
James
GotoeSIM Support
· 9 months ago Cheers, Liam! So happy the Costa Rica eSIM kept you connected. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — James, GotoeSIM Support
Ravi N.
Sweden · Oct 2025
Connected the moment I landed. Customer support answered my question quickly.
Anna
GotoeSIM Support
· 9 months ago Thank you for the kind words, Ravi! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. — Anna, GotoeSIM Support
Anna R.
Turkey · Oct 2025
Exactly what I needed for travelling. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple. A must-have for international travel.
Diego
GotoeSIM Support
· 9 months ago Really appreciate this, Anna! So happy the Costa Rica eSIM kept you connected. Enjoy your journeys! — Diego
Camila W.
India · Oct 2025
Did the job without any drama. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. A must-have for international travel.
Ken
GotoeSIM Support
· 9 months ago So glad to hear this, Camila! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Ken
Carlos D.
Brazil · Oct 2025
Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly in Costa Rica. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. Zero regrets.
Anna
GotoeSIM Support
· 9 months ago Thanks a lot, Carlos! So happy the Costa Rica eSIM kept you connected. — Anna, GotoeSIM Support
Daniel H.
India · Oct 2025
Super easy to set up before I flew out. Customer support answered my question quickly.
Ingrid
GotoeSIM Support
· 9 months ago Thanks a lot, Daniel! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Costa Rica. – Ingrid, GotoeSIM Support
Priya G.
Sweden · Oct 2025
Did the job without any drama. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Great experience overall.
Sophie
GotoeSIM Support
· 9 months ago Thank you so much, Priya! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Sophie, GotoeSIM Support
Fatima R.
France · Oct 2025
Great value compared to roaming charges. Coverage was strong even outside the city. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.
Grace
GotoeSIM Support
· 9 months ago Thanks a lot, Fatima! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. We're here whenever you travel again. – Grace, GotoeSIM Support
James P.
Singapore · Sep 2025
Connected the moment I landed. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Five stars from me.
Sophie
GotoeSIM Support
· 9 months ago Really appreciate this, James! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Costa Rica. — Sophie
Priya K.
UAE · Sep 2025
First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.
David
GotoeSIM Support
· 10 months ago Thank you so much, Priya! So happy the Costa Rica eSIM kept you connected. – David, GotoeSIM Support
Beatriz T.
Canada · Sep 2025
Solid overall, just wish there was a bit more data for the price. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more.
David
GotoeSIM Support
· 10 months ago Appreciate you sharing this, Beatriz. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across Costa Rica. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. — David
Yuki V.
Turkey · Sep 2025
No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival in Costa Rica. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.
Sara
GotoeSIM Support
· 10 months ago Thank you so much, Yuki! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Sara 💜
Thomas V.
Ireland · Sep 2025
Connected the moment I landed. Coverage was strong even outside the city. Highly recommend for any traveller.
David
GotoeSIM Support
· 10 months ago Thanks for sharing, Thomas! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Come back anytime! — David
Lucia F.
Egypt · Sep 2025
Did the job without any drama. Coverage was strong even outside the city. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.
Sophie
GotoeSIM Support
· 10 months ago Really appreciate this, Lucia! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. We're here whenever you travel again. — Sophie
Frequently asked questions
How much does the Costa Rica eSIM cost?
The Costa Rica 5GB 30Days plan costs $18.00 for 5 GB over 30 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
Sarah P. · 2 months ago
Thanks, installed with no problems on my Samsung.
Yes Sarah, recent Samsung Galaxy models support eSIM — add it under Settings › Connections › SIM manager. – Ken, GotoeSIM Support
Katya M. · 3 months ago
Will this keep my WhatsApp active with my home number?
Yes Katya, WhatsApp keeps working with your home number — the eSIM only carries data. — Laura, GotoeSIM Support
Somchai S. · 4 months ago
Which networks does this connect to?
You'll be on top local networks, Somchai — full details are on the plan page under Coverage. — Mark, GotoeSIM Support
Ethan C. · 6 months ago
Does this work on an iPhone 13?
Yes Ethan, it works on iPhone XS and newer — just add the eSIM under Settings › Cellular › Add eSIM. – James 💜
Zoe W. · 6 months ago
Is roaming charged extra or is it all included?
Roaming is included in the plan, Zoe — no extra charges, it's all prepaid. — Laura
Elena M. · 7 months ago
Can I use it in nearby countries too?
This plan covers its listed destination, Elena — for multiple countries, check our regional plans. – James, GotoeSIM Support
Zoe N. · 8 months ago
Great guide, the setup steps were really helpful.
So glad it helped, Zoe! We're always here if you need anything. – Ken 💜
Beatriz D. · 9 months ago
Can I top up the same eSIM instead of buying a new one?
Topping up is easy, Beatriz! Just add more data to your existing eSIM in the app. — Grace, GotoeSIM Support
Min-jun D. · 11 months ago
How long does the QR code take to arrive after payment?
It's immediate, Min-jun! The QR code is delivered the moment your payment goes through. – Ingrid 💜
Ava G. · 11 months ago
Does the validity start on purchase or on first use?
Validity usually starts when you first connect in your destination, Ava — not at purchase. — David, GotoeSIM Support
Lucia K. · 1 year ago
Do I need to install it before I travel or after I arrive?
Install on Wi-Fi before you fly, Lucia — it switches on when you land. – David, GotoeSIM Support
Ryan D. · 1 year ago
Is 5G supported or just 4G?
5G is available where covered, Ryan — you'll always get the best speed on offer. — Ingrid