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South America eSIM — reviews & details

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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  • Peru Movistar 4G
  • Uruguay Movistar 5G

Traveller reviews

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Hana V.

Italy · Oct 2025

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Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing.

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support · 9 months ago

So glad to hear this, Hana! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in South America. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Diego

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Sofia K.

United States · Oct 2025

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Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. Coverage was strong even outside the city. Five stars from me.

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support · 9 months ago

Cheers, Sofia! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in South America. Come back anytime! – Ingrid, GotoeSIM Support

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Lucas B.

Australia · Oct 2025

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Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code in South America. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple. Zero regrets.

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support · 9 months ago

Thank you for the kind words, Lucas! So happy the South America eSIM kept you connected. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Mark, GotoeSIM Support

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Omar B.

Netherlands · Oct 2025

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Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Activation was automatic when I arrived. Zero regrets.

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support · 9 months ago

Thanks a lot, Omar! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Enjoy your journeys! — Laura, GotoeSIM Support

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Ingrid B.

Egypt · Oct 2025

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Decent speeds, though slower than I expected in a few spots. Coverage was strong even outside the city.

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support · 9 months ago

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

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Max D.

Malaysia · Oct 2025

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Great value compared to roaming charges. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Five stars from me.

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support · 9 months ago

So glad to hear this, Max! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. — Grace, GotoeSIM Support

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Mateo L.

Indonesia · Oct 2025

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Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data. Great experience overall.

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support · 9 months ago

So glad to hear this, Mateo! 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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Daniel S.

Singapore · Oct 2025

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

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support · 9 months ago

Apologies for the trouble, Daniel. That's not the experience we want for South America. Reach our team at gotoesim.com/support so we can help right away. — Ingrid, GotoeSIM Support

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Sri K.

Mexico · Oct 2025

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Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. The QR code arrived instantly by email. Telling my friends about this.

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support · 9 months ago

Thank you for the kind words, Sri! So happy the South America eSIM kept you connected. — Laura

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Aisha F.

Turkey · Oct 2025

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Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Coverage was strong even outside the city. Telling my friends about this.

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support · 9 months ago

Thank you for the kind words, Aisha! Love that you were online the moment you landed in South America. Enjoy your journeys! — Anna

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Lea D.

Turkey · Oct 2025

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Good coverage in the city, a bit patchy in remote areas.

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support · 9 months ago

Thank you for taking the time, Lea. 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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Viktor R.

Mexico · Oct 2025

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Connected the moment I landed. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data. Zero regrets.

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support · 9 months ago

Really appreciate this, Viktor! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. We're here whenever you travel again. – Emma 💜

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Anna C.

Egypt · Oct 2025

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Great value compared to roaming charges in South America. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas.

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support · 9 months ago

Really appreciate this, Anna! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in South America. We're here whenever you travel again. – Emma 💜

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Ji-woo D.

Spain · Oct 2025

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Exactly what I needed for travelling. Coverage was strong even outside the city. Highly recommend for any traveller.

James James GotoeSIM Support · 9 months ago

Cheers, Ji-woo! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Enjoy your journeys! — James

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Ryan B.

Sweden · Oct 2025

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Great value compared to roaming charges. Activation was automatic when I arrived in South America. Made staying connected effortless.

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support · 9 months ago

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

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