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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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Mateo R.

Mexico · Sep 2024

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Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process in South America. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more.

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you for the kind words, Mateo! Love that you were online the moment you landed in South America. We're here whenever you travel again. – Yuki, GotoeSIM Support

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Max G.

Malaysia · Sep 2024

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Did the job without any drama. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data. Great experience overall.

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you so much, Max! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Ken

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Hugo T.

Saudi Arabia · Sep 2024

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

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you for taking the time, Hugo. Glad it mostly worked for you in South America — we're always improving our coverage. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. – Omar 💜

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Pablo M.

Italy · Sep 2024

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Connected the moment I landed. The QR code arrived instantly by email. Great experience overall.

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks a lot, Pablo! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Enjoy your journeys! – Ingrid, GotoeSIM Support

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Wei H.

Japan · Sep 2024

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

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

So glad to hear this, Wei! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Diego, GotoeSIM Support

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Budi C.

Sweden · Sep 2024

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First time using an eSIM and it was painless in South America. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple.

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

So glad to hear this, Budi! Love that you were online the moment you landed in South America. Enjoy your journeys! – Yuki, GotoeSIM Support

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Anna P.

New Zealand · Sep 2024

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Did the job without any drama in South America. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Five stars from me.

James James GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Cheers, Anna! So happy the South America eSIM kept you connected. Enjoy your journeys! — James, GotoeSIM Support

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Priya T.

Portugal · Sep 2024

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

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you for taking the time, Priya. Glad it mostly worked for you in South America — we're always improving our coverage. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. – Omar, GotoeSIM Support

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Giulia B.

Indonesia · Sep 2024

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No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Telling my friends about this.

David David GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks a lot, Giulia! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. We're here whenever you travel again. – David, GotoeSIM Support

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Elena P.

Switzerland · Sep 2024

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Connected the moment I landed. Activation was automatic when I arrived.

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks a lot, Elena! Love that you were online the moment you landed in South America. Come back anytime! – Tom, GotoeSIM Support

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Olivia D.

Switzerland · Sep 2024

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No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. Telling my friends about this.

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you for the kind words, Olivia! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – Diego, GotoeSIM Support

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Omar T.

Malaysia · Sep 2024

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Saved me a fortune on my holiday in South America. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. Telling my friends about this.

David David GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Really appreciate this, Omar! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in South America. Come back anytime! – David, GotoeSIM Support

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Sarah B.

Spain · Sep 2024

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Exactly what I needed for travelling in South America. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data.

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks for sharing, Sarah! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Anna

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Grace R.

United States · Sep 2024

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Decent speeds, though slower than I expected in a few spots. Coverage was strong even outside the city.

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Apologies for the trouble, Grace. That's not the experience we want for South America. Please contact us at gotoesim.com/support and we'll sort it out. – Ken 💜

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Isabella L.

Thailand · Sep 2024

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Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. Zero regrets.

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you for the kind words, Isabella! So happy the South America eSIM kept you connected. Enjoy your journeys! – Yuki, GotoeSIM Support

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