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South America (6 areas) 3GB 15Days · 3 GB · 15 days

View plan & buy — $11.20
4.5

130 reviews

5 ★ 65%
4 ★ 22%
3 ★ 11%
2 ★ 2%
1 ★ 1%

Coverage & networks

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

Traveller reviews

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Mei L.

United States · Jul 2026

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First time using an eSIM and it was painless. The QR code arrived instantly by email. Exactly as described — no surprises.

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Really appreciate this, Mei! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Come back anytime! – Priya 💜

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Mateo L.

Poland · Jul 2026

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Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues.

David David GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Thank you for the kind words, Mateo! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in South America. We're here whenever you travel again. – David 💜

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Olivia W.

Portugal · Jul 2026

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Great value compared to roaming charges. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Great experience overall.

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Thank you so much, Olivia! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – Ingrid 💜

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Priya G.

United States · Jul 2026

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

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Appreciate you sharing this, Priya. 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

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Beatriz S.

Mexico · Jul 2026

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Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Made staying connected effortless.

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

So glad to hear this, Beatriz! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Anna 💜

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Somchai D.

Switzerland · Jul 2026

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Connected the moment I landed. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more.

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Really appreciate this, Somchai! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Come back anytime! – Yuki, GotoeSIM Support

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Hana C.

Australia · Jul 2026

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Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Five stars from me.

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Cheers, Hana! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. We're here whenever you travel again. – Mark, GotoeSIM Support

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Wei C.

Germany · Jul 2026

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Did the job without any drama. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Zero regrets.

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Thanks a lot, Wei! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. — Anna

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Lea D.

Egypt · Jul 2026

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Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Customer support answered my question quickly. Telling my friends about this.

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Thank you for the kind words, Lea! Love that you were online the moment you landed in South America. We're here whenever you travel again. — Diego

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Emma G.

Sweden · Jul 2026

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Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas.

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

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

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Haruto D.

Canada · Jul 2026

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No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Telling my friends about this.

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Thank you for the kind words, Haruto! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Come back anytime! — Sophie

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Pablo H.

Portugal · Jul 2026

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Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Activation was automatic when I arrived. A must-have for international travel.

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

So glad to hear this, Pablo! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. We're here whenever you travel again. – Laura 💜

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Haruto K.

Canada · Jul 2026

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Did the job without any drama. The QR code arrived instantly by email.

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Thank you so much, Haruto! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Enjoy your journeys! — Sara, GotoeSIM Support

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Omar N.

United States · Jul 2026

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Great value compared to roaming charges. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Five stars from me.

James James GotoeSIM Support · 2 months ago

So glad to hear this, Omar! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Enjoy your journeys! – James 💜

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Lucia V.

Singapore · Jul 2026

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Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Coverage was strong even outside the city. Exactly as described — no surprises.

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support · 2 months ago

Really appreciate this, Lucia! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Enjoy your journeys! — Grace

Frequently asked questions

How much does the South America eSIM cost?

The South America (6 areas) 3GB 15Days plan costs $11.20 for 3 GB over 15 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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Omar H. · 1 month ago

Can I use it in nearby countries too?

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support

Hi Omar! Yes, you can use the South America eSIM in nearby countries as long as they're covered by your chosen plan. Just make sure your phone is unlocked and eSIM-compatible. If you have any other questions, feel free to ask! – Anna, GotoeSIM Support

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Fatima C. · 1 month ago

Is 5G supported or just 4G?

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support

5G is available where covered, Fatima — you'll always get the best speed on offer. — Tom, GotoeSIM Support

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Grace H. · 4 months 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, Grace — it switches on when you land. — Priya

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Kenji K. · 5 months ago

Is roaming charged extra or is it all included?

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support

No surprise fees, Kenji! Roaming is part of the plan and never billed separately. – Sara 💜

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Ji-woo S. · 8 months ago

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

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support

Yes Ji-woo, you can top up the same eSIM anytime — no need to buy a new one. — Anna, GotoeSIM Support

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Grace M. · 8 months ago

Can I use it in nearby countries too?

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support

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

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Wei P. · 9 months ago

Will this keep my WhatsApp active with my home number?

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support

Yes Wei, WhatsApp keeps working with your home number — the eSIM only carries data. — Sara

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Ingrid D. · 9 months ago

Does the validity start on purchase or on first use?

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support

Validity usually starts when you first connect in your destination, Ingrid — not at purchase. – Priya, GotoeSIM Support

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Diego W. · 9 months ago

Can I use this for hotspot/tethering?

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support

Yes Diego, hotspot/tethering works fine — share your data to a laptop or tablet anytime. – Tom, GotoeSIM Support

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Min-jun V. · 11 months ago

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

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support

Your QR code arrives instantly, Min-jun — within seconds of payment, by email and in your account. — Yuki, GotoeSIM Support

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Budi T. · 1 year ago

How do I check how much data I have left?

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support

Your usage is tracked live in the app, Budi — check My eSIMs anytime. — Yuki

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Lucas B. · 1 year ago

Does this work on an iPhone 13?

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support

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

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Yuki F. · 1 year ago

Which networks does this connect to?

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support

You'll be on top local networks, Yuki — full details are on the plan page under Coverage. — Emma, GotoeSIM Support