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Costa Rica eSIM — reviews & details

Costa Rica 5GB 30Days · 5 GB · 30 days

View plan & buy — $18.00
4.5

620 reviews

5 ★ 63%
4 ★ 26%
3 ★ 7%
2 ★ 3%
1 ★ 1%

Coverage & networks

  • Costa Rica Claro 4G

Traveller reviews

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Chloe B.

Saudi Arabia · Jul 2026

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Solid overall, just wish there was a bit more data for the price.

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support · 1 week ago

Apologies for the trouble, Chloe. This isn't the standard we aim for. Reach our team at gotoesim.com/support so we can help right away. – Omar, GotoeSIM Support

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Ananya K.

Portugal · Feb 2026

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Solid overall, just wish there was a bit more data for the price. Customer support answered my question quickly.

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support · 5 months ago

We're really sorry, Ananya. That's not the experience we want for Costa Rica. Reach our team at gotoesim.com/support so we can help right away. – Omar 💜

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Kenji V.

New Zealand · Jan 2026

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Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first.

James James GotoeSIM Support · 6 months ago

Apologies for the trouble, Kenji. That's not the experience we want for Costa Rica. Please contact us at gotoesim.com/support and we'll sort it out. – James 💜

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Grace S.

Indonesia · Nov 2025

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Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first. The QR code arrived instantly by email.

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support · 8 months ago

We're really sorry, Grace. That's not the experience we want for Costa Rica. Please contact us at gotoesim.com/support and we'll sort it out. — Grace, GotoeSIM Support

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Chloe K.

Vietnam · Sep 2025

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Good coverage in the city, a bit patchy in remote areas.

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support · 10 months ago

We're really sorry, Chloe. We'd love the chance to make this right. Reach our team at gotoesim.com/support so we can help right away. – Omar, GotoeSIM Support

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Isabella W.

Ireland · Jun 2025

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Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first.

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

So sorry to hear this, Isabella. This isn't the standard we aim for. Reach our team at gotoesim.com/support so we can help right away. – Sara, GotoeSIM Support

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Omar C.

Australia · Jun 2025

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Solid overall, just wish there was a bit more data for the price.

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

We're really sorry, Omar. We'd love the chance to make this right. Reach our team at gotoesim.com/support so we can help right away. — Sophie

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Marco G.

France · May 2025

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Install took me two tries but was fine after that. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data.

James James GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Apologies for the trouble, Marco. We'd love the chance to make this right. Reach our team at gotoesim.com/support so we can help right away. — James, GotoeSIM Support

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Min-jun W.

Poland · May 2025

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Install took me two tries but was fine after that. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple.

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

We're really sorry, Min-jun. We'd love the chance to make this right. Please contact us at gotoesim.com/support and we'll sort it out. – Grace, GotoeSIM Support

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Camila B.

Italy · Mar 2025

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Install took me two tries but was fine after that.

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Apologies for the trouble, Camila. This isn't the standard we aim for. Please contact us at gotoesim.com/support and we'll sort it out. – Mark 💜

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Aisha V.

France · Mar 2025

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Decent speeds, though slower than I expected in a few spots. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare.

James James GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

We're really sorry, Aisha. That's not the experience we want for Costa Rica. Reach our team at gotoesim.com/support so we can help right away. – James 💜

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Sven W.

Mexico · Mar 2025

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Decent speeds, though slower than I expected in a few spots.

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Apologies for the trouble, Sven. That's not the experience we want for Costa Rica. Please contact us at gotoesim.com/support and we'll sort it out. — Yuki, GotoeSIM Support

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Ingrid G.

Malaysia · Dec 2024

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Good coverage in the city, a bit patchy in remote areas. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas.

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

So sorry to hear this, Ingrid. We'd love the chance to make this right. Please contact us at gotoesim.com/support and we'll sort it out. — Emma

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Sarah N.

Ireland · Nov 2024

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Install took me two tries but was fine after that.

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Apologies for the trouble, Sarah. That's not the experience we want for Costa Rica. Please contact us at gotoesim.com/support and we'll sort it out. — Grace, GotoeSIM Support

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Kenji S.

Australia · Nov 2024

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Solid overall, just wish there was a bit more data for the price.

David David GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

So sorry to hear this, Kenji. We'd love the chance to make this right. Reach our team at gotoesim.com/support so we can help right away. — David

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

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Sarah P. · 2 months ago

Thanks, installed with no problems on my Samsung.

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support

Yes Sarah, recent Samsung Galaxy models support eSIM — add it under Settings › Connections › SIM manager. – Ken, GotoeSIM Support

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Katya M. · 3 months ago

Will this keep my WhatsApp active with my home number?

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support

Yes Katya, WhatsApp keeps working with your home number — the eSIM only carries data. — Laura, GotoeSIM Support

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Somchai S. · 4 months ago

Which networks does this connect to?

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support

You'll be on top local networks, Somchai — full details are on the plan page under Coverage. — Mark, GotoeSIM Support

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Ethan C. · 5 months ago

Does this work on an iPhone 13?

James James GotoeSIM Support

Yes Ethan, it works on iPhone XS and newer — just add the eSIM under Settings › Cellular › Add eSIM. – James 💜

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Zoe W. · 6 months ago

Is roaming charged extra or is it all included?

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support

Roaming is included in the plan, Zoe — no extra charges, it's all prepaid. — Laura

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Elena M. · 7 months ago

Can I use it in nearby countries too?

James James GotoeSIM Support

This plan covers its listed destination, Elena — for multiple countries, check our regional plans. – James, GotoeSIM Support

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Zoe N. · 8 months ago

Great guide, the setup steps were really helpful.

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support

So glad it helped, Zoe! We're always here if you need anything. – Ken 💜

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Beatriz D. · 9 months ago

Can I top up the same eSIM instead of buying a new one?

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support

Topping up is easy, Beatriz! Just add more data to your existing eSIM in the app. — Grace, GotoeSIM Support

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Min-jun D. · 11 months ago

How long does the QR code take to arrive after payment?

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support

It's immediate, Min-jun! The QR code is delivered the moment your payment goes through. – Ingrid 💜

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Ava G. · 11 months ago

Does the validity start on purchase or on first use?

David David GotoeSIM Support

Validity usually starts when you first connect in your destination, Ava — not at purchase. — David, GotoeSIM Support

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Lucia K. · 1 year ago

Do I need to install it before I travel or after I arrive?

David David GotoeSIM Support

Install on Wi-Fi before you fly, Lucia — it switches on when you land. – David, GotoeSIM Support

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Ryan D. · 1 year ago

Is 5G supported or just 4G?

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support

5G is available where covered, Ryan — you'll always get the best speed on offer. — Ingrid