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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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Camila G.

Spain · Aug 2024

✓ Verified

Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process in South America. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple. Zero regrets.

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks for sharing, Camila! So happy the South America eSIM kept you connected. Enjoy your journeys! – Sophie, GotoeSIM Support

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Sophia H.

Indonesia · Aug 2024

✓ Verified

Super easy to set up before I flew out in South America. The QR code arrived instantly by email. Zero regrets.

David David GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you so much, Sophia! Love that you were online the moment you landed in South America. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — David

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James R.

United States · Aug 2024

✓ Verified

Great value compared to roaming charges. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

So glad to hear this, James! So happy the South America eSIM kept you connected. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – Omar, GotoeSIM Support

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Katya D.

Sweden · Aug 2024

✓ Verified

Solid overall, just wish there was a bit more data for the price. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues.

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks for the honest feedback, Katya. Glad it mostly worked for you in South America — we're always improving our coverage. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. — Laura

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Nadia M.

Canada · Aug 2024

✓ Verified

Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Activation was automatic when I arrived. Would definitely buy again.

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

So glad to hear this, Nadia! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in South America. We're here whenever you travel again. – Ken, 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. · 3 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. · 8 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