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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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Nadia F.

Sweden · Jul 2026

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Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first. The QR code arrived instantly by email.

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support · 1 week ago

Appreciate you sharing this, Nadia. 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

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Katya F.

Portugal · Jun 2026

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Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering.

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Thank you for taking the time, Katya. 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. – Yuki 💜

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Beatriz D.

Egypt · Jun 2026

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Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more.

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Thank you for taking the time, Beatriz. 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

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Sophia V.

Germany · Jun 2026

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Solid overall, just wish there was a bit more data for the price. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing.

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Appreciate you sharing this, Sophia. 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, GotoeSIM Support

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Nadia D.

UAE · Jun 2026

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

David David GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Thank you for taking the time, Nadia. Good to hear it did the job, and we're working to make it even better. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. – David, GotoeSIM Support

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Lucas L.

Ireland · May 2026

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Decent speeds, though slower than I expected in a few spots.

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support · 2 months ago

Appreciate you sharing this, Lucas. Glad it mostly worked for you in South America — we're always improving our coverage. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. – Ken, GotoeSIM Support

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Hana T.

Canada · May 2026

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Solid overall, just wish there was a bit more data for the price. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare.

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support · 2 months ago

Appreciate you sharing this, Hana. 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. — Ken

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Fatima S.

Philippines · Apr 2026

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Decent speeds, though slower than I expected in a few spots.

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support · 3 months ago

Thank you for taking the time, Fatima. 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. – Anna, GotoeSIM Support

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Ryan L.

Australia · Apr 2026

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Solid overall, just wish there was a bit more data for the price. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas.

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support · 3 months ago

Appreciate you sharing this, Ryan. Good to hear it did the job, and we're working to make it even better. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. – Ingrid, GotoeSIM Support

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Daniel R.

Netherlands · Apr 2026

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

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support · 3 months ago

Appreciate you sharing this, Daniel. 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. – Ken, GotoeSIM Support

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Fatima C.

Ireland · Apr 2026

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

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support · 3 months ago

Appreciate you sharing this, Fatima. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across South America. Reach us anytime at gotoesim.com/support if we can help. — Omar

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Sofia T.

New Zealand · Mar 2026

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

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support · 3 months ago

Thanks for the honest feedback, Sofia. 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. — Anna, GotoeSIM Support

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Nadia D.

Singapore · Mar 2026

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Decent speeds, though slower than I expected in a few spots.

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support · 4 months ago

Thanks for the honest feedback, Nadia. 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. – Grace 💜

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Beatriz R.

Spain · Mar 2026

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Install took me two tries but was fine after that. Activation was automatic when I arrived.

David David GotoeSIM Support · 4 months ago

Thanks for the honest feedback, Beatriz. 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. – David 💜

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Kenji N.

UAE · Feb 2026

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Decent speeds, though slower than I expected in a few spots. The QR code arrived instantly by email.

Emma 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

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