Uruguay eSIM — reviews & details
Uruguay 500MB/Day · 500 MB/day · 1 days
620 reviews
Coverage & networks
- Uruguay Claro 4G Movistar 4G
Traveller reviews
Elena D.
Australia · Feb 2026
No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple. Would definitely buy again.
Ingrid
GotoeSIM Support
· 4 months ago Thanks a lot, Elena! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Uruguay. – Ingrid 💜
Diego P.
Singapore · Feb 2026
Saved me a fortune on my holiday in Uruguay. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Five stars from me.
Omar
GotoeSIM Support
· 5 months ago So glad to hear this, Diego! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Uruguay. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – Omar, GotoeSIM Support
Sarah N.
Singapore · Feb 2026
Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas.
Omar
GotoeSIM Support
· 5 months ago Appreciate you sharing this, Sarah. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across Uruguay. Reach us anytime at gotoesim.com/support if we can help. – Omar 💜
Ethan P.
United States · Feb 2026
Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. A must-have for international travel.
Yuki
GotoeSIM Support
· 5 months ago Really appreciate this, Ethan! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. — Yuki
Lucia M.
Netherlands · Feb 2026
First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more. Telling my friends about this.
Laura
GotoeSIM Support
· 5 months ago Thanks a lot, Lucia! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Laura, GotoeSIM Support
Linh C.
Netherlands · Feb 2026
No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Coverage was strong even outside the city. Telling my friends about this.
James
GotoeSIM Support
· 5 months ago Thank you so much, Linh! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – James, GotoeSIM Support
Ethan P.
Italy · Feb 2026
Exactly what I needed for travelling. The QR code arrived instantly by email. Exactly as described — no surprises.
Yuki
GotoeSIM Support
· 5 months ago Thanks for sharing, Ethan! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. – Yuki 💜
Mohammed T.
Thailand · Feb 2026
Super easy to set up before I flew out. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Great experience overall.
Laura
GotoeSIM Support
· 5 months ago Thank you so much, Mohammed! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. — Laura
Giulia P.
New Zealand · Feb 2026
Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. The QR code arrived instantly by email.
Sara
GotoeSIM Support
· 5 months ago Thank you so much, Giulia! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Sara, GotoeSIM Support
Fatima B.
Turkey · Feb 2026
Super easy to set up before I flew out. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Highly recommend for any traveller.
James
GotoeSIM Support
· 5 months ago So glad to hear this, Fatima! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. — James
Mohammed V.
Poland · Feb 2026
Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more. Great experience overall.
Sophie
GotoeSIM Support
· 5 months ago Really appreciate this, Mohammed! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Sophie
Katya S.
Turkey · Feb 2026
Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more. Would definitely buy again.
Sara
GotoeSIM Support
· 5 months ago Thank you for the kind words, Katya! So happy the Uruguay eSIM kept you connected. Come back anytime! — Sara
Daniel R.
Italy · Feb 2026
Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Activation was automatic when I arrived. A must-have for international travel.
Laura
GotoeSIM Support
· 5 months ago Thank you so much, Daniel! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Uruguay. — Laura
Diego B.
Malaysia · Feb 2026
Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues.
Diego
GotoeSIM Support
· 5 months ago Cheers, Diego! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Uruguay. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – Diego 💜
Pablo G.
India · Feb 2026
First time using an eSIM and it was painless in Uruguay. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. Zero regrets.
Tom
GotoeSIM Support
· 5 months ago So glad to hear this, Pablo! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Uruguay. – Tom, GotoeSIM Support
Frequently asked questions
How much does the Uruguay eSIM cost?
The Uruguay 500MB/Day plan costs $2.10 for 500 MB/day over 1 days, paid once with no hidden fees.
How do I activate my Uruguay 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 Uruguay.
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 Uruguay.
Comments & questions
Sarah R. · 2 weeks ago
Great guide, the setup steps were really helpful.
So glad it helped, Sarah! We're always here if you need anything. – Omar 💜
Noah H. · 2 weeks ago
Can I use it in nearby countries too?
For nearby countries, Noah, a regional plan may suit you better — happy to help you pick. — Sara, GotoeSIM Support
Andre S. · 1 month ago
Is roaming charged extra or is it all included?
No surprise fees, Andre! Roaming is part of the plan and never billed separately. — Diego, GotoeSIM Support
Ji-woo F. · 1 month ago
How do I check how much data I have left?
You can check remaining data anytime in the GotoeSIM app under My eSIMs, Ji-woo. – Anna, GotoeSIM Support
Olivia L. · 7 months ago
How long does the QR code take to arrive after payment?
Your QR code arrives instantly, Olivia — within seconds of payment, by email and in your account. – Grace 💜
Budi S. · 8 months ago
Can I use this for hotspot/tethering?
Yes Budi, hotspot/tethering works fine — share your data to a laptop or tablet anytime. — Mark
Pablo M. · 8 months ago
Which networks does this connect to?
You'll be on top local networks, Pablo — full details are on the plan page under Coverage. – Yuki 💜
Chloe B. · 9 months ago
Can I top up the same eSIM instead of buying a new one?
Yes Chloe, you can top up the same eSIM anytime — no need to buy a new one. – Tom 💜
Ava S. · 10 months ago
Is 5G supported or just 4G?
Yes Ava, 5G is supported where the local network offers it, otherwise fast 4G. – Emma, GotoeSIM Support
Camila W. · 11 months ago
Does this work on an iPhone 13?
Yes Camila, it works on iPhone XS and newer — just add the eSIM under Settings › Cellular › Add eSIM. – Priya 💜
Yuki V. · 11 months ago
Will this keep my WhatsApp active with my home number?
Yes Yuki, WhatsApp keeps working with your home number — the eSIM only carries data. — Sara, GotoeSIM Support
Omar M. · 1 year ago
Thanks, installed with no problems on my Samsung.
It works great on modern Samsung phones, Omar! Add it via SIM manager and you're set. — Priya