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South America eSIM — reviews & details

South America 3GB/Day FUP1Mbps · 3 GB/day · 1 days

View plan & buy — $24.93
4.5

620 reviews

5 ★ 65%
4 ★ 23%
3 ★ 8%
2 ★ 2%
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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Olivia C.

Portugal · Jul 2026

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Super easy to set up before I flew out in South America. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more. Zero regrets.

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support · 3 weeks ago

Thank you for the kind words, Olivia! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. — Sophie, GotoeSIM Support

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Marco G.

Singapore · Jul 2026

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Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly in South America. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data. Would definitely buy again.

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support · 3 weeks ago

Thanks for sharing, Marco! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. We're here whenever you travel again. — Sara

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Kenji W.

South Korea · Jun 2026

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Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Zero regrets.

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support · 4 weeks ago

So glad to hear this, Kenji! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in South America. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Laura 💜

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Noah C.

Brazil · Jun 2026

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Exactly what I needed for travelling. Activation was automatic when I arrived. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Thanks for sharing, Noah! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Enjoy your journeys! — Omar

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Ava C.

Japan · Jun 2026

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Install took me two tries but was fine after that. Customer support answered my question quickly.

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Thank you for taking the time, Ava. 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

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Ananya B.

Indonesia · Jun 2026

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Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. The QR code arrived instantly by email.

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Thanks a lot, Ananya! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Enjoy your journeys! — Anna, GotoeSIM Support

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Giulia K.

Egypt · Jun 2026

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

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Thank you for the kind words, Giulia! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Ingrid, GotoeSIM Support

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Noah K.

Australia · Jun 2026

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Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport in South America. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. Telling my friends about this.

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Thank you for the kind words, Noah! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Ken

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Camila P.

Japan · Jun 2026

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Super easy to set up before I flew out. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Thank you so much, Camila! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. We're here whenever you travel again. — Emma

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Ji-woo C.

Brazil · Jun 2026

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Exactly what I needed for travelling. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas.

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Thank you for the kind words, Ji-woo! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. – Mark 💜

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Ava S.

Germany · Jun 2026

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First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Zero regrets.

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Thanks a lot, Ava! Love that you were online the moment you landed in South America. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Mark, GotoeSIM Support

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Isabella H.

Japan · Jun 2026

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Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Coverage was strong even outside the city. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Thank you for the kind words, Isabella! Love that you were online the moment you landed in South America. Come back anytime! — Sophie

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Hugo S.

Turkey · Jun 2026

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Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. The QR code arrived instantly by email. Telling my friends about this.

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Thank you so much, Hugo! Love that you were online the moment you landed in South America. We're here whenever you travel again. — Diego

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Anna N.

Malaysia · Jun 2026

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Exactly what I needed for travelling in South America. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple. Made staying connected effortless.

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Thanks for sharing, Anna! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. — Ken, GotoeSIM Support

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Ji-woo V.

Thailand · Jun 2026

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Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Would definitely buy again.

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Thank you for the kind words, Ji-woo! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Come back anytime! – Ingrid 💜

Frequently asked questions

How much does the South America eSIM cost?

The South America 3GB/Day FUP1Mbps plan costs $24.93 for 3 GB/day over 1 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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Wei R. · 6 days ago

How do I check how much data I have left?

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support

Your usage is tracked live in the app, Wei — check My eSIMs anytime. – Mark 💜

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Ananya N. · 1 month ago

Can I use this for hotspot/tethering?

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support

Tethering is supported, Ananya! Feel free to hotspot to your other devices. – Grace, GotoeSIM Support

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Sarah C. · 2 months ago

Which networks does this connect to?

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support

It connects to trusted local partner networks, Sarah, on 4G/5G where available. – Laura, GotoeSIM Support

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Min-jun L. · 2 months 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, Min-jun — not at purchase. – Diego, GotoeSIM Support

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James G. · 3 months ago

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

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support

We recommend installing before you travel, James, then it activates automatically on arrival. — Omar, GotoeSIM Support

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Zoe M. · 4 months ago

Can I use it in nearby countries too?

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support

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

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Min-jun V. · 6 months ago

Does this work on an iPhone 13?

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support

Absolutely, Min-jun! Any iPhone XS or newer supports it. Scan the QR in Settings › Cellular. — Priya, GotoeSIM Support

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Haruto T. · 6 months ago

Will this keep my WhatsApp active with my home number?

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support

Yes Haruto, WhatsApp keeps working with your home number — the eSIM only carries data. – Omar 💜

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Mei V. · 7 months ago

Can I top up the same eSIM instead of buying a new one?

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support

Yes Mei, you can top up the same eSIM anytime — no need to buy a new one. — Diego

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Elena W. · 7 months ago

Thanks, installed with no problems on my Samsung.

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support

Yes Elena, recent Samsung Galaxy models support eSIM — add it under Settings › Connections › SIM manager. – Ingrid, GotoeSIM Support

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Lucas P. · 8 months ago

Is 5G supported or just 4G?

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support

Yes Lucas, 5G is supported where the local network offers it, otherwise fast 4G. – Grace 💜

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Sven B. · 1 year ago

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

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support

It's immediate, Sven! The QR code is delivered the moment your payment goes through. — Mark