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South America (6 areas) 2GB/Day FUP1Mbps · 2 GB/day · 1 days

View plan & buy — $8.30
4.5

620 reviews

5 ★ 66%
4 ★ 24%
3 ★ 6%
2 ★ 3%
1 ★ 0%

Coverage & networks

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Traveller reviews

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Priya M.

Germany · Jul 2026

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Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Telling my friends about this.

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support · 3 days ago

Cheers, Priya! So happy the South America eSIM kept you connected. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Laura

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Camila T.

Egypt · Jul 2026

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Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly in South America. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data. Exactly as described — no surprises.

James James GotoeSIM Support · 3 days ago

Thanks for sharing, Camila! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. – James, GotoeSIM Support

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Ravi F.

Canada · Jul 2026

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Exactly what I needed for travelling. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing.

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support · 4 days ago

Really appreciate this, Ravi! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. – Laura, GotoeSIM Support

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Somchai T.

Germany · Jul 2026

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Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple.

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support · 6 days ago

Thanks for sharing, Somchai! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. – Sara 💜

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Omar B.

Switzerland · Jul 2026

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No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Customer support answered my question quickly. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support · 1 week ago

Thanks for sharing, Omar! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Anna, GotoeSIM Support

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Max N.

Switzerland · Jul 2026

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Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Coverage was strong even outside the city. Made staying connected effortless.

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support · 1 week ago

Thanks a lot, Max! So happy the South America eSIM kept you connected. We're here whenever you travel again. – Emma, GotoeSIM Support

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Min-jun G.

Switzerland · Jul 2026

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Saved me a fortune on my holiday in South America. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Great experience overall.

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support · 1 week ago

Thanks for sharing, Min-jun! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in South America. We're here whenever you travel again. — Ken, GotoeSIM Support

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Lea L.

Saudi Arabia · Jul 2026

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Install took me two tries but was fine after that.

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support · 1 week ago

So sorry to hear this, Lea. This isn't the standard we aim for. Please contact us at gotoesim.com/support and we'll sort it out. — Diego

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Linh H.

Ireland · Jul 2026

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No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. The QR code arrived instantly by email. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support · 1 week ago

Thanks for sharing, Linh! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Omar 💜

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Somchai W.

Vietnam · Jul 2026

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Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly in South America. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas.

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support · 1 week ago

Thank you for the kind words, Somchai! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. – Grace, GotoeSIM Support

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James T.

South Korea · Jul 2026

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No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Five stars from me.

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support · 1 week ago

Really appreciate this, James! So happy the South America eSIM kept you connected. — Sophie

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Camila H.

Germany · Jul 2026

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Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. Customer support answered my question quickly. Great experience overall.

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support · 1 week ago

Thanks a lot, Camila! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. — Sara, GotoeSIM Support

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Camila M.

Egypt · Jul 2026

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No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas.

James James GotoeSIM Support · 2 weeks ago

Thank you for the kind words, Camila! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. — James, GotoeSIM Support

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Liam D.

Japan · Jul 2026

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Install took me two tries but was fine after that. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing.

James James GotoeSIM Support · 2 weeks ago

We're really sorry, Liam. We'd love the chance to make this right. Reach our team at gotoesim.com/support so we can help right away. — James

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Chloe T.

Canada · Jul 2026

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Super easy to set up before I flew out. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple. Zero regrets.

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support · 2 weeks ago

Cheers, Chloe! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in South America. Come back anytime! — Omar

Frequently asked questions

How much does the South America eSIM cost?

The South America (6 areas) 2GB/Day FUP1Mbps plan costs $8.30 for 2 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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Kenji W. · 1 month ago

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

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support

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

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Viktor K. · 1 month ago

Great guide, the setup steps were really helpful.

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support

Thanks Viktor, that means a lot! Reach out anytime. — Yuki

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Anna N. · 2 months ago

How do I check how much data I have left?

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support

Your usage is tracked live in the app, Anna — check My eSIMs anytime. — Laura, GotoeSIM Support

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Mohammed F. · 3 months ago

Does the validity start on purchase or on first use?

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support

The clock starts on first use in-country, Mohammed, so buying early is totally fine. — Sophie

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Mohammed K. · 3 months ago

Is roaming charged extra or is it all included?

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support

Roaming is included in the plan, Mohammed — no extra charges, it's all prepaid. — Sara, GotoeSIM Support

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Min-jun G. · 6 months ago

Does this work on an iPhone 13?

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support

Yes Min-jun, it works on iPhone XS and newer — just add the eSIM under Settings › Cellular › Add eSIM. — Diego, GotoeSIM Support

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Mateo B. · 6 months ago

Can I use this for hotspot/tethering?

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support

Tethering is supported, Mateo! Feel free to hotspot to your other devices. – Grace 💜

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Andre W. · 7 months ago

Will this keep my WhatsApp active with my home number?

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support

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

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Somchai V. · 7 months ago

Can I use it in nearby countries too?

David David GotoeSIM Support

This plan covers its listed destination, Somchai — for multiple countries, check our regional plans. – David, GotoeSIM Support

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Mei W. · 8 months ago

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

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support

It's immediate, Mei! The QR code is delivered the moment your payment goes through. – Mark 💜

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Viktor C. · 10 months ago

Thanks, installed with no problems on my Samsung.

James James GotoeSIM Support

Yes Viktor, recent Samsung Galaxy models support eSIM — add it under Settings › Connections › SIM manager. — James, GotoeSIM Support

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Max W. · 1 year ago

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

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support

Install on Wi-Fi before you fly, Max — it switches on when you land. – Priya, GotoeSIM Support