Go To eSIM
Sign up

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

Z

Zoe M.

Mexico · Dec 2024

✓ Verified

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

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Really appreciate this, Zoe! So happy the South America eSIM kept you connected. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Ken, GotoeSIM Support

S

Sophia L.

Vietnam · Dec 2024

✓ Verified

Exactly what I needed for travelling. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more. Made staying connected effortless.

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Cheers, Sophia! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. – Omar 💜

A

Ananya P.

South Korea · Dec 2024

✓ Verified

Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. Zero regrets.

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Really appreciate this, Ananya! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – Grace 💜

S

Sri D.

France · Dec 2024

✓ Verified

Install took me two tries but was fine after that.

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Appreciate you sharing this, Sri. Glad it mostly worked for you in South America — we're always improving our coverage. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. — Mark, GotoeSIM Support

G

Giulia S.

Thailand · Dec 2024

✓ Verified

Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport in South America. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data. Made staying connected effortless.

David David GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Really appreciate this, Giulia! So happy the South America eSIM kept you connected. We're here whenever you travel again. – David 💜

A

Aisha F.

United States · Dec 2024

✓ Verified

Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process in South America. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. Great experience overall.

David David GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

So glad to hear this, Aisha! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in South America. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — David

A

Ava N.

Ireland · Dec 2024

✓ Verified

Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Five stars from me.

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Cheers, Ava! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – Sara, GotoeSIM Support

A

Andre B.

Philippines · Dec 2024

✓ Verified

Install took me two tries but was fine after that.

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

So sorry to hear this, Andre. That's not the experience we want for South America. Please contact us at gotoesim.com/support and we'll sort it out. – Mark, GotoeSIM Support

P

Priya P.

UAE · Dec 2024

✓ Verified

No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Coverage was strong even outside the city. Would definitely buy again.

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Cheers, Priya! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. – Ingrid, GotoeSIM Support

K

Kenji K.

Ireland · Dec 2024

✓ Verified

First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple. Great experience overall.

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks a lot, Kenji! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. — Yuki

N

Nguyen H.

India · Nov 2024

✓ Verified

Did the job without any drama. The QR code arrived instantly by email.

James James GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you so much, Nguyen! So happy the South America eSIM kept you connected. We're here whenever you travel again. — James

H

Hana T.

France · Nov 2024

✓ Verified

Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks for sharing, Hana! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in South America. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Sophie, GotoeSIM Support

N

Nadia K.

Japan · Nov 2024

✓ Verified

Great value compared to roaming charges. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. Made staying connected effortless.

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks a lot, Nadia! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Enjoy your journeys! – Omar, GotoeSIM Support

I

Ingrid H.

UAE · Nov 2024

✓ Verified

Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. A must-have for international travel.

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks a lot, Ingrid! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. – Diego, GotoeSIM Support

I

Isabella H.

Malaysia · Nov 2024

✓ Verified

Did the job without any drama. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Zero regrets.

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you for the kind words, Isabella! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. – Ken 💜

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

L

Liam C. · 2 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

M

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 💜

R

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

S

Sri N. · 5 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

M

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

L

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 💜

L

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

M

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

E

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

C

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

S

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

J

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 💜