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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

  • Argentina Movistar 4G Claro 4G
  • Brazil TIM 5G
  • Chile WOM 5G
  • Ecuador Movistar 4G
  • Peru Movistar 4G
  • Uruguay Movistar 5G

Traveller reviews

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Emma M.

India · Feb 2025

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Did the job without any drama. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data. Would definitely buy again.

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Cheers, Emma! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in South America. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Tom 💜

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Max C.

India · Feb 2025

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

David David GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

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

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Daniel V.

New Zealand · Jan 2025

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Install took me two tries but was fine after that.

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

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

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Louis P.

Philippines · Jan 2025

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Exactly what I needed for travelling. The QR code arrived instantly by email. A must-have for international travel.

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

So glad to hear this, Louis! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in South America. Enjoy your journeys! – Sophie, GotoeSIM Support

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Haruto S.

Vietnam · Jan 2025

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Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Telling my friends about this.

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

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

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Hugo G.

Portugal · Jan 2025

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Did the job without any drama in South America. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Exactly as described — no surprises.

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Cheers, Hugo! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Come back anytime! — Omar

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Katya W.

Vietnam · Jan 2025

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Exactly what I needed for travelling. Customer support answered my question quickly. Five stars from me.

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Cheers, Katya! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Yuki, GotoeSIM Support

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Olivia D.

Ireland · Jan 2025

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First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Five stars from me.

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks for sharing, Olivia! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Sophie

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Mei F.

France · Jan 2025

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Solid overall, just wish there was a bit more data for the price. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more.

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you for taking the time, Mei. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across South America. Reach us anytime at gotoesim.com/support if we can help. — Emma, GotoeSIM Support

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Marco G.

Germany · Jan 2025

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Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code in South America. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. Made staying connected effortless.

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you so much, Marco! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. – Sara 💜

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Elena C.

Netherlands · Jan 2025

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Did the job without any drama. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues.

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

So glad to hear this, Elena! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Enjoy your journeys! – Diego, GotoeSIM Support

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Yuki M.

Saudi Arabia · Jan 2025

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Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. Activation was automatic when I arrived. Would definitely buy again.

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks for sharing, Yuki! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. We're here whenever you travel again. — Omar, GotoeSIM Support

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Yuki B.

Portugal · Jan 2025

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Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Made staying connected effortless.

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks for sharing, Yuki! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Sophie, GotoeSIM Support

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Carlos L.

Sweden · Jan 2025

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Great value compared to roaming charges. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data. Made staying connected effortless.

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Cheers, Carlos! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Ken, GotoeSIM Support

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Pablo T.

Italy · Jan 2025

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Connected the moment I landed in South America. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Would definitely buy again.

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you for the kind words, Pablo! Love that you were online the moment you landed in South America. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Mark, GotoeSIM Support

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