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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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Priya V.

Brazil · Jun 2025

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

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks for the honest feedback, Priya. Glad it mostly worked for you in South America — we're always improving our coverage. Reach us anytime at gotoesim.com/support if we can help. – Ingrid, GotoeSIM Support

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Ji-woo C.

Saudi Arabia · May 2025

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Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Zero regrets.

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Really appreciate this, Ji-woo! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in South America. Come back anytime! — Diego

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Lea W.

Indonesia · May 2025

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Exactly what I needed for travelling. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Highly recommend for any traveller.

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks for sharing, Lea! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. – Priya 💜

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Ava C.

Germany · May 2025

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Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks for sharing, Ava! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Diego 💜

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Noah H.

Spain · May 2025

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Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering.

James James GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Cheers, Noah! Love that you were online the moment you landed in South America. – James, GotoeSIM Support

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Max W.

India · May 2025

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

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Really appreciate this, Max! Love that you were online the moment you landed in South America. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Omar, GotoeSIM Support

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Mohammed H.

Egypt · May 2025

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Exactly what I needed for travelling in South America. Coverage was strong even outside the city. Zero regrets.

David David GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you for the kind words, Mohammed! Love that you were online the moment you landed in South America. – David 💜

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Nadia L.

Sweden · May 2025

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Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Would definitely buy again.

David David GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks a lot, Nadia! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in South America. We're here whenever you travel again. – David, GotoeSIM Support

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Aisha C.

Poland · May 2025

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Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. The QR code arrived instantly by email.

David David GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you so much, Aisha! Love that you were online the moment you landed in South America. – David, GotoeSIM Support

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Mateo V.

Switzerland · May 2025

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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. Five stars from me.

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Really appreciate this, Mateo! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. – Omar, GotoeSIM Support

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Haruto G.

Mexico · May 2025

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Connected the moment I landed. Customer support answered my question quickly. Zero regrets.

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks a lot, Haruto! Love that you were online the moment you landed in South America. Enjoy your journeys! — Emma

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Anna C.

United States · May 2025

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Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly in South America. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare.

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you for the kind words, Anna! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. We're here whenever you travel again. – Laura, GotoeSIM Support

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Mohammed C.

Indonesia · May 2025

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Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first.

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

We're really sorry, Mohammed. That's not the experience we want for South America. Please contact us at gotoesim.com/support and we'll sort it out. – Anna 💜

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Hana F.

Australia · May 2025

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No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. The QR code arrived instantly by email. Telling my friends about this.

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you for the kind words, Hana! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Ingrid, GotoeSIM Support

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Ethan P.

Vietnam · May 2025

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Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. Activation was automatic when I arrived. Made staying connected effortless.

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Really appreciate this, Ethan! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in South America. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Diego 💜

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