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South America eSIM — reviews & details

South America 5GB/Day · 5 GB/day · 1 days

View plan & buy — $32.31
4.5

620 reviews

5 ★ 63%
4 ★ 27%
3 ★ 7%
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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Kenji N.

Indonesia · Jan 2025

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

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks for the honest feedback, Kenji. 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. – Priya, GotoeSIM Support

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Elena B.

South Korea · Jan 2025

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Install took me two tries but was fine after that. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more.

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks for the honest feedback, Elena. 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. – Sara 💜

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Pablo L.

Egypt · Jan 2025

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Connected the moment I landed in South America. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues.

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks for sharing, Pablo! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Enjoy your journeys! — Yuki, GotoeSIM Support

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Sarah L.

South Korea · Jan 2025

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Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Zero regrets.

James James GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you for the kind words, Sarah! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in South America. Enjoy your journeys! — James

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Wei W.

Spain · Jan 2025

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No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. A must-have for international travel.

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Really appreciate this, Wei! So happy the South America eSIM kept you connected. Enjoy your journeys! — Mark

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Min-jun W.

Japan · Jan 2025

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Super easy to set up before I flew out. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. Exactly as described — no surprises.

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you so much, Min-jun! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Diego, GotoeSIM Support

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Aisha L.

Egypt · Jan 2025

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Exactly what I needed for travelling. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data. Telling my friends about this.

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you so much, Aisha! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Tom, GotoeSIM Support

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Sophia R.

Ireland · Jan 2025

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Did the job without any drama. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Five stars from me.

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you for the kind words, Sophia! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in South America. – Tom, GotoeSIM Support

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Zoe P.

France · Jan 2025

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Exactly what I needed for travelling. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues.

James James GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks a lot, Zoe! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – James 💜

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Lucia R.

Poland · Jan 2025

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Good coverage in the city, a bit patchy in remote areas. Coverage was strong even outside the city.

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Appreciate you sharing this, Lucia. 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

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Beatriz V.

Poland · Jan 2025

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Install took me two tries but was fine after that. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data.

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you for taking the time, Beatriz. Glad it mostly worked for you in South America — we're always improving our coverage. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. — Anna, GotoeSIM Support

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Ji-woo H.

Spain · Dec 2024

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Great value compared to roaming charges. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple. Zero regrets.

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Really appreciate this, Ji-woo! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in South America. Enjoy your journeys! – Yuki, GotoeSIM Support

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Pablo W.

Spain · Dec 2024

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Saved me a fortune on my holiday in South America. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. A must-have for international travel.

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Really appreciate this, Pablo! So happy the South America eSIM kept you connected. Enjoy your journeys! – Ken, GotoeSIM Support

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Louis F.

France · Dec 2024

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Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code in South America. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data. A must-have for international travel.

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you for the kind words, Louis! So happy the South America eSIM kept you connected. Come back anytime! – Grace 💜

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Haruto N.

Switzerland · Dec 2024

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Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple. Would definitely buy again.

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Cheers, Haruto! Love that you were online the moment you landed in South America. – Sara, 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

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Pablo S. · 2 months ago

Can I use this for hotspot/tethering?

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support

Tethering is supported, Pablo! Feel free to hotspot to your other devices. – Yuki 💜

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Diego K. · 2 months ago

Great guide, the setup steps were really helpful.

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support

Thanks Diego, that means a lot! Reach out anytime. — Omar, GotoeSIM Support

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Viktor S. · 4 months ago

Which networks does this connect to?

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support

You'll be on top local networks, Viktor — full details are on the plan page under Coverage. — Mark

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Andre M. · 4 months ago

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

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support

We recommend installing before you travel, Andre, then it activates automatically on arrival. – Diego 💜

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Diego M. · 5 months ago

Does this work on an iPhone 13?

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support

Absolutely, Diego! Any iPhone XS or newer supports it. Scan the QR in Settings › Cellular. – Sara 💜

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Marco R. · 7 months ago

Is 5G supported or just 4G?

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support

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

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Wei F. · 8 months ago

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

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support

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

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Viktor N. · 9 months ago

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

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support

Yes Viktor, you can top up the same eSIM anytime — no need to buy a new one. — Grace, GotoeSIM Support

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Emma L. · 9 months ago

Thanks, installed with no problems on my Samsung.

David David GotoeSIM Support

Yes Emma, recent Samsung Galaxy models support eSIM — add it under Settings › Connections › SIM manager. – David 💜

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Camila W. · 10 months ago

Can I use it in nearby countries too?

James James GotoeSIM Support

For nearby countries, Camila, a regional plan may suit you better — happy to help you pick. – James 💜

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Aisha W. · 11 months ago

How do I check how much data I have left?

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support

You can check remaining data anytime in the GotoeSIM app under My eSIMs, Aisha. — Emma

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Fatima N. · 1 year ago

Will this keep my WhatsApp active with my home number?

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support

Your number stays active for WhatsApp, Fatima! The eSIM just handles data. – Ken, GotoeSIM Support