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
Haruto S.
Switzerland · Jun 2025
Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.
Tom
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks a lot, Haruto! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Tom, GotoeSIM Support
Camila K.
Malaysia · Jun 2025
No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival in South America. Customer support answered my question quickly. Highly recommend for any traveller.
Diego
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Cheers, Camila! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Come back anytime! — Diego, GotoeSIM Support
Linh S.
Ireland · Jun 2025
Did the job without any drama. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.
James
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Cheers, Linh! Love that you were online the moment you landed in South America. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – James 💜
Budi D.
India · Jun 2025
Super easy to set up before I flew out. Activation was automatic when I arrived in South America.
Sara
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Cheers, Budi! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. — Sara
Ananya W.
Poland · Jun 2025
Exactly what I needed for travelling. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Telling my friends about this.
Ingrid
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks for sharing, Ananya! So happy the South America eSIM kept you connected. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – Ingrid, GotoeSIM Support
Mateo G.
Egypt · Jun 2025
Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first.
Diego
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thank you for taking the time, Mateo. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across South America. Reach us anytime at gotoesim.com/support if we can help. – Diego 💜
Marco T.
United States · Jun 2025
Connected the moment I landed. The QR code arrived instantly by email. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.
Sophie
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thank you so much, Marco! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. We're here whenever you travel again. — Sophie
Viktor P.
Thailand · Jun 2025
Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing.
James
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks a lot, Viktor! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. We're here whenever you travel again. — James, GotoeSIM Support
Wei D.
Malaysia · Jun 2025
First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Customer support answered my question quickly. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.
Tom
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks for sharing, Wei! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Come back anytime! – Tom 💜
Lucas R.
Spain · Jun 2025
Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. The QR code arrived instantly by email. Would definitely buy again.
Laura
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thank you so much, Lucas! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in South America. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Laura, GotoeSIM Support
Giulia H.
Indonesia · Jun 2025
Saved me a fortune on my holiday in South America. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Telling my friends about this.
Ken
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago So glad to hear this, Giulia! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in South America. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Ken 💜
Carlos N.
Mexico · Jun 2025
Super easy to set up before I flew out in South America. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple.
Tom
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thank you for the kind words, Carlos! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. – Tom 💜
Isabella T.
Turkey · Jun 2025
Connected the moment I landed in South America. Customer support answered my question quickly. Highly recommend for any traveller.
Emma
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Really appreciate this, Isabella! So happy the South America eSIM kept you connected. We're here whenever you travel again. — Emma
Hana B.
UAE · Jun 2025
Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more. Would definitely buy again.
Ken
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thank you so much, Hana! So happy the South America eSIM kept you connected. We're here whenever you travel again. – Ken, GotoeSIM Support
Nadia C.
Saudi Arabia · Jun 2025
Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Made staying connected effortless.
Diego
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago So glad to hear this, Nadia! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. — Diego, 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