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South America eSIM — reviews & details

South America 10GB 30Days · 10 GB · 30 days

View plan & buy — $55.50
4.5

620 reviews

5 ★ 66%
4 ★ 24%
3 ★ 6%
2 ★ 3%
1 ★ 1%

Coverage & networks

  • Argentina Movistar 4G
  • Bolivia Tigo 4G
  • Brazil TIM 4G Claro 5G Vivo 5G
  • Chile movistar 5G WOM 5G
  • Colombia movistar 5G Tigo 5G
  • Costa Rica movistar 5G Claro 4G
  • Ecuador Movistar 4G
  • El Salvador Tigo 4G movistar 4G Claro 4G
  • Guadeloupe Digicel 4G
  • Guatemala Claro 5G movistar 3G Tigo 5G
  • Honduras Tigo 4G Claro 4G
  • Martinique Digicel 4G
  • Nicaragua movistar 4G
  • Panama movistar 4G
  • Paraguay Tigo 4G Claro 4G
  • Peru Claro 5G Movistar 4G
  • Puerto Rico Claro 5G
  • Saint Barthelemy Digicel 4G
  • Saint Martin Digicel 4G
  • Uruguay Movistar 5G Claro 4G Antel 4G

Traveller reviews

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Linh T.

Indonesia · Mar 2025

✓ Verified

First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. Highly recommend for any traveller.

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks a lot, Linh! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. We're here whenever you travel again. – Mark 💜

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Lea P.

Indonesia · Mar 2025

✓ Verified

Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport in South America. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. Telling my friends about this.

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks a lot, Lea! Love that you were online the moment you landed in South America. Come back anytime! — Grace, GotoeSIM Support

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Somchai M.

Turkey · Mar 2025

✓ Verified

No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Five stars from me.

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you for the kind words, Somchai! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – Emma 💜

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Aisha G.

Turkey · Mar 2025

✓ Verified

First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Exactly as described — no surprises.

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you so much, Aisha! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Grace, GotoeSIM Support

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Budi M.

Indonesia · Mar 2025

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Connected the moment I landed. The QR code arrived instantly by email. Highly recommend for any traveller.

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks for sharing, Budi! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. — Mark

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Haruto V.

Italy · Mar 2025

✓ Verified

Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Activation was automatic when I arrived in South America. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.

James James GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you so much, Haruto! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — James, GotoeSIM Support

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Sri D.

Italy · Mar 2025

✓ Verified

Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. Exactly as described — no surprises.

David David GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

So glad to hear this, Sri! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. — David

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Sarah G.

Vietnam · Mar 2025

✓ Verified

First time using an eSIM and it was painless. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data.

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Really appreciate this, Sarah! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Enjoy your journeys! – Omar, GotoeSIM Support

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Min-jun W.

India · Mar 2025

✓ Verified

Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. The QR code arrived instantly by email. Telling my friends about this.

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Really appreciate this, Min-jun! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in South America. Come back anytime! — Tom, GotoeSIM Support

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Sri W.

Mexico · Mar 2025

✓ Verified

Install took me two tries but was fine after that. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues.

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Apologies for the trouble, Sri. That's not the experience we want for South America. Please contact us at gotoesim.com/support and we'll sort it out. — Sara, GotoeSIM Support

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Diego R.

Indonesia · Mar 2025

✓ Verified

First time using an eSIM and it was painless in South America. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Highly recommend for any traveller.

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks for sharing, Diego! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. – Grace 💜

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Sophia P.

Australia · Mar 2025

✓ Verified

Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly in South America. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data. Would definitely buy again.

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you for the kind words, Sophia! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Come back anytime! — Ken, GotoeSIM Support

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Lea T.

South Korea · Mar 2025

✓ Verified

Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering.

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Really appreciate this, Lea! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. We're here whenever you travel again. – Sophie 💜

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Mei S.

United Kingdom · Mar 2025

✓ Verified

Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Zero regrets.

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Really appreciate this, Mei! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in South America. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – Omar, GotoeSIM Support

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Priya W.

Indonesia · Mar 2025

✓ Verified

Super easy to set up before I flew out. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple.

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Really appreciate this, Priya! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Enjoy your journeys! — Laura

Frequently asked questions

How much does the South America eSIM cost?

The South America 10GB 30Days plan costs $55.50 for 10 GB over 30 days, paid once with no hidden fees.

How do I activate my South America 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 South America.

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 South America.

Comments & questions

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Yuki W. · 1 week ago

Thanks, installed with no problems on my Samsung.

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support

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

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Hugo P. · 1 month ago

Can I use it in nearby countries too?

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support

For nearby countries, Hugo, a regional plan may suit you better — happy to help you pick. – Sophie 💜

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Beatriz B. · 1 month ago

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

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support

Yes Beatriz, you can top up the same eSIM anytime — no need to buy a new one. – Mark, GotoeSIM Support

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Nguyen G. · 3 months ago

Is 5G supported or just 4G?

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support

5G is available where covered, Nguyen — you'll always get the best speed on offer. – Anna, GotoeSIM Support

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Ji-woo C. · 4 months ago

Which networks does this connect to?

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support

You'll be on top local networks, Ji-woo — full details are on the plan page under Coverage. — Grace, GotoeSIM Support

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Sarah G. · 6 months ago

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

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support

Your QR code arrives instantly, Sarah — within seconds of payment, by email and in your account. – Yuki, GotoeSIM Support

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Viktor S. · 8 months ago

Will this keep my WhatsApp active with my home number?

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support

Your number stays active for WhatsApp, Viktor! The eSIM just handles data. – Emma, GotoeSIM Support

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Ji-woo B. · 9 months ago

Does this work on an iPhone 13?

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support

Absolutely, Ji-woo! Any iPhone XS or newer supports it. Scan the QR in Settings › Cellular. – Priya 💜

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Wei B. · 10 months ago

Does the validity start on purchase or on first use?

David David GotoeSIM Support

The clock starts on first use in-country, Wei, so buying early is totally fine. – David, GotoeSIM Support

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Thomas D. · 11 months ago

Can I use this for hotspot/tethering?

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support

Tethering is supported, Thomas! Feel free to hotspot to your other devices. – Tom, GotoeSIM Support

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Ryan B. · 11 months ago

Is roaming charged extra or is it all included?

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support

No surprise fees, Ryan! Roaming is part of the plan and never billed separately. – Omar, GotoeSIM Support

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Lucia M. · 1 year ago

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

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support

We recommend installing before you travel, Lucia, then it activates automatically on arrival. – Diego, GotoeSIM Support