South America eSIM — reviews & details
South America 5GB/Day · 5 GB/day · 1 days
620 reviews
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
Kenji N.
UAE · Feb 2026
Decent speeds, though slower than I expected in a few spots. The QR code arrived instantly by email.
Emma
GotoeSIM Support
· 5 months ago Appreciate you sharing this, Kenji. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across South America. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. – Emma, GotoeSIM Support
Liam K.
Turkey · Feb 2026
Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas.
Omar
GotoeSIM Support
· 5 months ago Cheers, Liam! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in South America. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Omar, GotoeSIM Support
Ji-woo H.
Singapore · Feb 2026
Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. The QR code arrived instantly by email. Five stars from me.
Yuki
GotoeSIM Support
· 5 months ago Really appreciate this, Ji-woo! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. We're here whenever you travel again. – Yuki 💜
Lucia H.
Turkey · Feb 2026
Exactly what I needed for travelling in South America. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more. A must-have for international travel.
Priya
GotoeSIM Support
· 5 months ago So glad to hear this, Lucia! Love that you were online the moment you landed in South America. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Priya, GotoeSIM Support
Giulia C.
Canada · Feb 2026
Super easy to set up before I flew out. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas.
Anna
GotoeSIM Support
· 5 months ago Cheers, Giulia! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. – Anna 💜
Katya V.
United Kingdom · Feb 2026
Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code in South America. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Five stars from me.
Emma
GotoeSIM Support
· 5 months ago Cheers, Katya! Love that you were online the moment you landed in South America. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Emma
Katya W.
Vietnam · Feb 2026
Great value compared to roaming charges. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Made staying connected effortless.
Emma
GotoeSIM Support
· 5 months ago Cheers, Katya! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. — Emma, GotoeSIM Support
Mateo N.
Australia · Feb 2026
Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas.
Omar
GotoeSIM Support
· 5 months ago Thank you so much, Mateo! So happy the South America eSIM kept you connected. — Omar, GotoeSIM Support
Elena H.
New Zealand · Jan 2026
No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival in South America. The QR code arrived instantly by email. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.
Mark
GotoeSIM Support
· 5 months ago Thank you for the kind words, Elena! Love that you were online the moment you landed in South America. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Mark, GotoeSIM Support
Lucas K.
Australia · Jan 2026
Install took me two tries but was fine after that.
Mark
GotoeSIM Support
· 5 months ago Appreciate you sharing this, Lucas. 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. – Mark, GotoeSIM Support
Min-jun W.
Canada · Jan 2026
Connected the moment I landed in South America. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Five stars from me.
Sophie
GotoeSIM Support
· 5 months ago So glad to hear this, Min-jun! Love that you were online the moment you landed in South America. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Sophie, GotoeSIM Support
Diego S.
Poland · Jan 2026
Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. The QR code arrived instantly by email. Made staying connected effortless.
Emma
GotoeSIM Support
· 5 months ago Really appreciate this, Diego! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Enjoy your journeys! – Emma, GotoeSIM Support
Grace L.
Sweden · Jan 2026
Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process in South America. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data. Would definitely buy again.
James
GotoeSIM Support
· 6 months ago Thank you for the kind words, Grace! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — James, GotoeSIM Support
Ethan V.
United Kingdom · Jan 2026
Good coverage in the city, a bit patchy in remote areas. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas.
Sophie
GotoeSIM Support
· 6 months ago Appreciate you sharing this, Ethan. 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. — Sophie, GotoeSIM Support
Haruto K.
Singapore · Jan 2026
First time using an eSIM and it was painless in South America. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data.
David
GotoeSIM Support
· 6 months ago Thank you so much, Haruto! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in South America. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – David, GotoeSIM Support
Frequently asked questions
How much does the South America eSIM cost?
The South America 5GB/Day plan costs $32.31 for 5 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
Pablo S. · 2 months ago
Can I use this for hotspot/tethering?
Tethering is supported, Pablo! Feel free to hotspot to your other devices. – Yuki 💜
Diego K. · 2 months ago
Great guide, the setup steps were really helpful.
Thanks Diego, that means a lot! Reach out anytime. — Omar, GotoeSIM Support
Viktor S. · 4 months ago
Which networks does this connect to?
You'll be on top local networks, Viktor — full details are on the plan page under Coverage. — Mark
Andre M. · 4 months ago
Do I need to install it before I travel or after I arrive?
We recommend installing before you travel, Andre, then it activates automatically on arrival. – Diego 💜
Diego M. · 5 months ago
Does this work on an iPhone 13?
Absolutely, Diego! Any iPhone XS or newer supports it. Scan the QR in Settings › Cellular. – Sara 💜
Marco R. · 7 months ago
Is 5G supported or just 4G?
Yes Marco, 5G is supported where the local network offers it, otherwise fast 4G. — Anna, GotoeSIM Support
Wei F. · 8 months ago
How long does the QR code take to arrive after payment?
Your QR code arrives instantly, Wei — within seconds of payment, by email and in your account. – Tom 💜
Viktor N. · 9 months ago
Can I top up the same eSIM instead of buying a new one?
Yes Viktor, you can top up the same eSIM anytime — no need to buy a new one. — Grace, GotoeSIM Support
Emma L. · 9 months ago
Thanks, installed with no problems on my Samsung.
Yes Emma, recent Samsung Galaxy models support eSIM — add it under Settings › Connections › SIM manager. – David 💜
Camila W. · 10 months ago
Can I use it in nearby countries too?
For nearby countries, Camila, a regional plan may suit you better — happy to help you pick. – James 💜
Aisha W. · 11 months ago
How do I check how much data I have left?
You can check remaining data anytime in the GotoeSIM app under My eSIMs, Aisha. — Emma
Fatima N. · 1 year ago
Will this keep my WhatsApp active with my home number?
Your number stays active for WhatsApp, Fatima! The eSIM just handles data. – Ken, GotoeSIM Support