Costa Rica eSIM — reviews & details
Costa Rica 5GB 30Days · 5 GB · 30 days
620 reviews
Coverage & networks
- Costa Rica Claro 4G
Traveller reviews
Mohammed B.
Singapore · Jul 2026
Super easy to set up before I flew out. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare.
Emma
GotoeSIM Support
· 3 weeks ago Really appreciate this, Mohammed! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. — Emma, GotoeSIM Support
Nguyen F.
Malaysia · Jun 2026
Exactly what I needed for travelling in Costa Rica. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Great experience overall.
Ken
GotoeSIM Support
· 3 weeks ago Thanks a lot, Nguyen! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. We're here whenever you travel again. – Ken 💜
Katya D.
Indonesia · Jun 2026
Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more. Exactly as described — no surprises.
James
GotoeSIM Support
· 3 weeks ago Cheers, Katya! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — James
Diego N.
Saudi Arabia · Jun 2026
No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Would definitely buy again.
Tom
GotoeSIM Support
· 3 weeks ago Really appreciate this, Diego! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Costa Rica. Come back anytime! — Tom
Priya G.
Sweden · Jun 2026
Super easy to set up before I flew out in Costa Rica. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Made staying connected effortless.
Emma
GotoeSIM Support
· 4 weeks ago Thanks for sharing, Priya! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Costa Rica. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Emma, GotoeSIM Support
Lea N.
Brazil · Jun 2026
Exactly what I needed for travelling. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more.
Omar
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago So glad to hear this, Lea! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Omar, GotoeSIM Support
Nadia W.
Malaysia · Jun 2026
No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas.
Ingrid
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago Thanks for sharing, Nadia! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Come back anytime! — Ingrid
Wei S.
Poland · Jun 2026
Super easy to set up before I flew out. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Exactly as described — no surprises.
Tom
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago Thank you for the kind words, Wei! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Costa Rica. We're here whenever you travel again. — Tom, GotoeSIM Support
Sofia L.
Singapore · Jun 2026
Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Five stars from me.
Laura
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! — Laura
Budi M.
India · Jun 2026
Did the job without any drama. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Zero regrets.
Omar
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago Really appreciate this, Budi! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Enjoy your journeys! — Omar, GotoeSIM Support
Fatima V.
Canada · Jun 2026
Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data.
Anna
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago Thank you for taking the time, Fatima. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across Costa Rica. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. — Anna
Hugo H.
Australia · Jun 2026
Super easy to set up before I flew out. Activation was automatic when I arrived. Highly recommend for any traveller.
Emma
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago Thank you for the kind words, Hugo! So happy the Costa Rica eSIM kept you connected. – Emma, GotoeSIM Support
Min-jun N.
Switzerland · Jun 2026
First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Coverage was strong even outside the city. Highly recommend for any traveller.
Laura
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago So glad to hear this, Min-jun! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Laura, GotoeSIM Support
Thomas P.
Portugal · Jun 2026
Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Coverage was strong even outside the city.
Anna
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago Thank you for the kind words, Thomas! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. – Anna, GotoeSIM Support
Elena V.
Indonesia · Jun 2026
Did the job without any drama in Costa Rica. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.
James
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago Thanks for sharing, Elena! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Costa Rica. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — James, GotoeSIM Support
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. · 5 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