Reuse it next trip
Already have eSIM BFF from another country? Just add a Costa Rica package — no new install.
eSIM for Costa Rica
🇨🇷 Costa Rica eSIM from HTG 510.90
San José, La Fortuna and Tamarindo are LTE. National-park interiors are quiet. You land connected on Kölbi, Claro, Liberty, then top up anytime on the same eSIM.
- LTE + 5G
- 30 days from first connection
- Hotspot included
- Tax included
Plans & prices
Costa Rica eSIM data plans — tax included
All Costa Rica plans run 30 days from the moment you first connect. Prices below are indicative until we open orders.
Most popular
5 GB
HTG 1,034.90
HTG 206.98 per GB · indicative
- 30 days
- Hotspot included
- Top up anytime
Indicative prices in USD, tax included when we sell. Data-only eSIM — your home number keeps working for calls and SMS.
Coverage in Costa Rica
Which networks does the Costa Rica eSIM use?
Your eSIM roams on Kölbi, Claro and Liberty — your phone attaches to whichever is strongest where you stand, and switches automatically when you move. 5G is available in San José and other major cities where the carrier opens it to roaming profiles; elsewhere you get LTE.
Top up at 0 GB
Our dashboard loads without data. Run out in San José and you can still buy more.
Family-friendly
Order several Costa Rica eSIMs at once. Each traveler scans their own QR code.
No app required
Install from email. Manage the Costa Rica package from the dashboard — it loads at 0 GB.
How to get online
Setting up your Costa Rica eSIM in three steps
- 01
Buy before you fly
Choose a plan above. The QR code and one-tap install link arrive by email within seconds.
- 02
Install on Wi-Fi
Settings → Cellular → Add eSIM, then scan. Turn on Data Roaming for the new line. iPhone guide · Android guide
- 03
Land in Costa Rica
Switch the line on. Within a minute you see Kölbi in the status bar and your 30 days begin.
FAQ
Costa Rica eSIM questions
How much does an eSIM for Costa Rica cost?
Plans for Costa Rica start at HTG 510.90 for 1 GB (30 days). The most popular option is 5 GB for HTG 1,034.90. All prices include tax and there is no activation fee.
Which networks does the Costa Rica eSIM connect to?
Your eSIM roams on Kölbi, Claro and Liberty — the phone picks the strongest signal automatically. 5G is available where the carrier offers it to roaming profiles; otherwise you get LTE.
Do I need to install a new eSIM for Costa Rica if I already have eSIM BFF?
No. If you already installed eSIM BFF on a previous trip, just buy a Costa Rica package in your dashboard. It attaches to the eSIM you already have and works as soon as you land.
Does the Costa Rica eSIM include a phone number?
It is a data-only eSIM. Your normal number keeps working for calls and SMS through your home SIM, and apps like WhatsApp, FaceTime and Telegram work over the eSIM data. This keeps prices low and setup simple.
Can I use hotspot with the Costa Rica eSIM?
Yes. Tethering is included on every plan, so you can share your Costa Rica data with a laptop or a travel partner.
When should I buy my Costa Rica eSIM?
Buy it before you fly and install it on Wi-Fi at home. The 30-day validity only starts when your phone first connects to a network in Costa Rica, so buying early costs nothing.
Nearby
All of Americas →Traveling on from Costa Rica?
Same eSIM. Just add a package for the next country.
🇵🇦Panama · 5 GBHTG 1,034.90🇲🇽Mexico · 5 GBHTG 1,034.90🇦🇬Antigua and Barbuda · 5 GBHTG 1,034.90🇦🇷Argentina · 5 GBHTG 1,034.90
Visiting several countries? The Americas regional plan covers Costa Rica and its neighbors on one balance.
Land in Costa Rica with your BFF already on.
From HTG 510.90 (indicative). Same eSIM next trip.
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