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South America eSIM — reviews & details

South America 1GB 7Days · 1 GB · 7 days

View plan & buy — $7.94
4.5

620 reviews

5 ★ 62%
4 ★ 27%
3 ★ 7%
2 ★ 4%
1 ★ 0%

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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Isabella T.

Sweden · Oct 2025

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Did the job without any drama. Activation was automatic when I arrived. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support · 9 months ago

Thanks for sharing, Isabella! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – Ken 💜

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Louis F.

Saudi Arabia · Oct 2025

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Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Zero regrets.

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support · 9 months ago

Cheers, Louis! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. — Omar

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Ananya N.

Philippines · Oct 2025

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Super easy to set up before I flew out. Activation was automatic when I arrived.

David David GotoeSIM Support · 9 months ago

Thank you for the kind words, Ananya! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in South America. Enjoy your journeys! — David

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Mateo K.

Philippines · Sep 2025

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Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support · 9 months ago

So glad to hear this, Mateo! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. We're here whenever you travel again. — Laura

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Yuki W.

Brazil · Sep 2025

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No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival in South America. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data. Highly recommend for any traveller.

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support · 10 months ago

Thanks a lot, Yuki! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in South America. Enjoy your journeys! – Sara 💜

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Hugo W.

Turkey · Sep 2025

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Saved me a fortune on my holiday in South America. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Great experience overall.

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support · 10 months ago

Cheers, Hugo! Love that you were online the moment you landed in South America. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Anna 💜

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Beatriz N.

Turkey · Sep 2025

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Connected the moment I landed. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas.

James James GotoeSIM Support · 10 months ago

Really appreciate this, Beatriz! Love that you were online the moment you landed in South America. – James, GotoeSIM Support

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Beatriz R.

South Korea · Sep 2025

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Exactly what I needed for travelling. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing.

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support · 10 months ago

Thanks for sharing, Beatriz! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. – Omar, GotoeSIM Support

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James L.

Sweden · Sep 2025

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Solid overall, just wish there was a bit more data for the price. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing.

David David GotoeSIM Support · 10 months ago

Thanks for the honest feedback, James. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across South America. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. — David

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Lucas W.

Spain · Sep 2025

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Connected the moment I landed. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data. Made staying connected effortless.

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support · 10 months ago

So glad to hear this, Lucas! So happy the South America eSIM kept you connected. We're here whenever you travel again. — Omar, GotoeSIM Support

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Isabella H.

New Zealand · Sep 2025

✓ Verified

No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival in South America. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Zero regrets.

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support · 10 months ago

Thank you for the kind words, Isabella! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. We're here whenever you travel again. – Priya, GotoeSIM Support

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Elena C.

Philippines · Sep 2025

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Exactly what I needed for travelling in South America. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple. Great experience overall.

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support · 10 months ago

Cheers, Elena! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in South America. Come back anytime! — Emma, GotoeSIM Support

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Fatima R.

Malaysia · Sep 2025

✓ Verified

Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Coverage was strong even outside the city.

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support · 10 months ago

Cheers, Fatima! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – Ingrid 💜

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Thomas C.

Philippines · Sep 2025

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Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more. A must-have for international travel.

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support · 10 months ago

Cheers, Thomas! Love that you were online the moment you landed in South America. We're here whenever you travel again. — Yuki

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Camila S.

Ireland · Sep 2025

✓ Verified

No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas.

David David GotoeSIM Support · 10 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! — David

Frequently asked questions

How much does the South America eSIM cost?

The South America 1GB 7Days plan costs $7.94 for 1 GB over 7 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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Liam C. · 3 months ago

Can I use it in nearby countries too?

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support

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

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Min-jun R. · 3 months ago

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

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support

Your QR code arrives instantly, Min-jun — within seconds of payment, by email and in your account. – Omar 💜

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Ryan L. · 5 months ago

Is 5G supported or just 4G?

David David GotoeSIM Support

Yes Ryan, 5G is supported where the local network offers it, otherwise fast 4G. — David, GotoeSIM Support

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Sri N. · 6 months ago

Does this work on an iPhone 13?

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support

Absolutely, Sri! Any iPhone XS or newer supports it. Scan the QR in Settings › Cellular. — Grace

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Marco N. · 6 months ago

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

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support

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

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Lea R. · 6 months ago

Which networks does this connect to?

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support

You'll be on top local networks, Lea — full details are on the plan page under Coverage. – Sophie 💜

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Linh T. · 7 months ago

Does the validity start on purchase or on first use?

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support

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

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Mateo K. · 7 months ago

Is roaming charged extra or is it all included?

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support

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

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Ethan R. · 8 months ago

Can I use this for hotspot/tethering?

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support

Yes Ethan, hotspot/tethering works fine — share your data to a laptop or tablet anytime. — Diego

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Camila K. · 8 months ago

How do I check how much data I have left?

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support

Your usage is tracked live in the app, Camila — check My eSIMs anytime. — Ken, GotoeSIM Support

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Sarah M. · 10 months ago

Will this keep my WhatsApp active with my home number?

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support

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

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Ji-woo C. · 1 year ago

Thanks, installed with no problems on my Samsung.

James James GotoeSIM Support

It works great on modern Samsung phones, Ji-woo! Add it via SIM manager and you're set. – James 💜