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South America eSIM — reviews & details

South America 3GB 30Days · 3 GB · 30 days

View plan & buy — $21.60
4.5

620 reviews

5 ★ 63%
4 ★ 28%
3 ★ 6%
2 ★ 2%
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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Noah P.

United Kingdom · Oct 2025

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Great value compared to roaming charges. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data. Exactly as described — no surprises.

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support · 9 months ago

Thank you so much, Noah! Love that you were online the moment you landed in South America. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Anna, GotoeSIM Support

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Viktor C.

Germany · Oct 2025

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First time using an eSIM and it was painless. The QR code arrived instantly by email. Would definitely buy again.

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support · 9 months ago

Thanks a lot, Viktor! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Enjoy your journeys! – Laura 💜

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Max V.

Germany · Oct 2025

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

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support · 9 months ago

Cheers, Max! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in South America. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Omar

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Mei G.

Singapore · Oct 2025

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

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support · 9 months ago

Appreciate you sharing this, Mei. 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. — Yuki, GotoeSIM Support

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Isabella S.

Turkey · Oct 2025

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

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support · 9 months ago

Really appreciate this, Isabella! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Come back anytime! — Anna

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Mateo M.

Switzerland · Oct 2025

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Connected the moment I landed in South America. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Exactly as described — no surprises.

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support · 9 months ago

Thank you for the kind words, Mateo! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Enjoy your journeys! – Sophie, GotoeSIM Support

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Priya C.

Poland · Oct 2025

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Decent speeds, though slower than I expected in a few spots.

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support · 9 months ago

Appreciate you sharing this, Priya. 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. – Laura 💜

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Zoe M.

Sweden · Sep 2025

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Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Zero regrets.

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support · 9 months ago

Really appreciate this, Zoe! So happy the South America eSIM kept you connected. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Mark, GotoeSIM Support

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Mateo H.

Poland · Sep 2025

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Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport in South America. Coverage was strong even outside the city. A must-have for international travel.

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support · 9 months ago

Cheers, Mateo! So happy the South America eSIM kept you connected. – Ken, GotoeSIM Support

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Liam W.

Poland · Sep 2025

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Exactly what I needed for travelling. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple. A must-have for international travel.

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support · 10 months ago

Really appreciate this, Liam! So happy the South America eSIM kept you connected. – Ingrid 💜

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Ingrid K.

Saudi Arabia · Sep 2025

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

James James GotoeSIM Support · 10 months ago

Cheers, Ingrid! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in South America. Come back anytime! – James 💜

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Camila C.

Japan · Sep 2025

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No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Great experience overall.

James James GotoeSIM Support · 10 months ago

Thank you for the kind words, Camila! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. – James 💜

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Ravi B.

Italy · Sep 2025

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No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues.

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support · 10 months ago

Thanks for sharing, Ravi! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in South America. Come back anytime! – Grace, GotoeSIM Support

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Ingrid V.

UAE · Sep 2025

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Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. Customer support answered my question quickly.

James James GotoeSIM Support · 10 months ago

So glad to hear this, Ingrid! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. – James, GotoeSIM Support

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Pablo G.

Indonesia · Sep 2025

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Super easy to set up before I flew out in South America. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Made staying connected effortless.

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support · 10 months ago

Thank you so much, Pablo! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. We're here whenever you travel again. – Ingrid 💜

Frequently asked questions

How much does the South America eSIM cost?

The South America 3GB 30Days plan costs $21.60 for 3 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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Chloe D. · 2 months ago

Is 5G supported or just 4G?

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support

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

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Diego B. · 2 months ago

How do I check how much data I have left?

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support

Your usage is tracked live in the app, Diego — check My eSIMs anytime. — Yuki

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Marco C. · 2 months ago

Can I use this for hotspot/tethering?

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support

Tethering is supported, Marco! Feel free to hotspot to your other devices. – Anna 💜

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Ava T. · 3 months ago

Is roaming charged extra or is it all included?

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support

Roaming is included in the plan, Ava — no extra charges, it's all prepaid. – Emma, GotoeSIM Support

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Mohammed G. · 5 months ago

Can I use it in nearby countries too?

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support

This plan covers its listed destination, Mohammed — for multiple countries, check our regional plans. — Priya, GotoeSIM Support

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Lucas W. · 6 months ago

Will this keep my WhatsApp active with my home number?

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support

Your number stays active for WhatsApp, Lucas! The eSIM just handles data. — Omar

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Sven P. · 7 months ago

Which networks does this connect to?

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support

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

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Katya H. · 7 months ago

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

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support

Install on Wi-Fi before you fly, Katya — it switches on when you land. — Sara

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Yuki T. · 8 months ago

Thanks, installed with no problems on my Samsung.

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support

It works great on modern Samsung phones, Yuki! Add it via SIM manager and you're set. – Mark 💜

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Beatriz C. · 1 year ago

Great guide, the setup steps were really helpful.

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support

So glad it helped, Beatriz! We're always here if you need anything. — Priya

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Liam V. · 1 year ago

Does the validity start on purchase or on first use?

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support

Validity usually starts when you first connect in your destination, Liam — not at purchase. – Diego, GotoeSIM Support

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Liam L. · 1 year ago

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

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support

Your QR code arrives instantly, Liam — within seconds of payment, by email and in your account. – Sophie 💜