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South America eSIM — reviews & details

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

View plan & buy — $8.46
4.4

136 reviews

5 ★ 63%
4 ★ 22%
3 ★ 9%
2 ★ 5%
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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Daniel T.

Poland · Apr 2026

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Great value compared to roaming charges. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more.

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support · 5 months ago

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

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Arjun C.

Italy · Apr 2026

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

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support · 5 months ago

Thank you for taking the time, Arjun. Good to hear it did the job, and we're working to make it even better. Reach us anytime at gotoesim.com/support if we can help. – Diego, GotoeSIM Support

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Ingrid K.

Switzerland · Apr 2026

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Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code in South America. Coverage was strong even outside the city.

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support · 5 months ago

Cheers, Ingrid! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Enjoy your journeys! – Ken, GotoeSIM Support

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Nadia W.

Portugal · Mar 2026

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Super easy to set up before I flew out. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more. Five stars from me.

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support · 5 months ago

Really appreciate this, Nadia! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in South America. Enjoy your journeys! – Mark 💜

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Kenji M.

Sweden · Mar 2026

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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.

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support · 5 months ago

We're really sorry, Kenji. We'd love the chance to make this right. Please contact us at gotoesim.com/support and we'll sort it out. — Diego, GotoeSIM Support

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Liam V.

Sweden · Mar 2026

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No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Activation was automatic when I arrived.

David David GotoeSIM Support · 5 months ago

Thanks for sharing, Liam! Love that you were online the moment you landed in South America. – David 💜

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Sarah L.

Canada · Mar 2026

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Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare.

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support · 5 months ago

Thank you so much, Sarah! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Enjoy your journeys! — Diego, GotoeSIM Support

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Sri F.

Netherlands · Mar 2026

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First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Customer support answered my question quickly.

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support · 5 months ago

Cheers, Sri! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. We're here whenever you travel again. – Diego, GotoeSIM Support

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Ingrid T.

Thailand · Mar 2026

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Great value compared to roaming charges. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing.

David David GotoeSIM Support · 5 months ago

Really appreciate this, Ingrid! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. We're here whenever you travel again. – David 💜

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Sofia F.

UAE · Mar 2026

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Good coverage in the city, a bit patchy in remote areas. Activation was automatic when I arrived.

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support · 5 months ago

Apologies for the trouble, Sofia. This isn't the standard we aim for. Reach our team at gotoesim.com/support so we can help right away. – Mark 💜

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Omar B.

South Korea · Mar 2026

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First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Zero regrets.

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support · 5 months ago

Cheers, Omar! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. We're here whenever you travel again. — Anna

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Kenji N.

India · Mar 2026

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First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Customer support answered my question quickly.

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support · 5 months ago

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

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Lea W.

Egypt · Mar 2026

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

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support · 5 months ago

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

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James K.

Portugal · Mar 2026

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Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.

James James GotoeSIM Support · 5 months ago

Cheers, James! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in South America. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – James, GotoeSIM Support

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Linh W.

India · Mar 2026

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Did the job without any drama. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Zero regrets.

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support · 5 months ago

So glad to hear this, Linh! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Enjoy your journeys! — Sophie, GotoeSIM Support

Frequently asked questions

How much does the South America eSIM cost?

The South America 1GB 7Days plan costs $8.46 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. · 4 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. · 4 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. · 7 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. · 7 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. · 7 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. · 8 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. · 8 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. · 8 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. · 9 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. · 10 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. · 11 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 💜