Why travellers choose this

Everything you need on the road

Land with data on your phone: scan, connect and choose what fits your trip in advance.

  • Countrywide coverage

    Connect in cities, tourist areas and along many routes in Costa Rica. Coverage varies by location.

  • Tailored data plans

    Choose the data and validity that fit your trip upfront.

  • Flexible on your device

    Keep your own SIM for calls and use the eSIM for data.

  • Network details upfront

    View network partners and available technology for your selected plan.

  • No expensive roaming

    Pay upfront and avoid unexpected roaming charges.

  • Less plastic

    No plastic SIM card or extra packaging.

Activation per plan

Before installation, check when validity starts for your selected plan.

Device check

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Bundle advice

Which eSIM fits your trip?

Not sure how many GB you need in Costa Rica? Choose your eSIM bundle by trip length, holiday plans and how you use your phone.

Popular choice

1 week holiday in Costa Rica

10 GB

Available as 100 GB

A safe choice if you navigate daily, share photos, look things up and are often online away from Wi-Fi. Often fits travellers searching for the best eSIM Costa Rica holiday option.

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Guideline
For 3-5 days

City trip to Costa Rica

3-5 GB

Available as 100 GB

Usually enough for Google Maps, WhatsApp, online tickets, restaurant bookings and occasional social media during a short eSIM Costa Rica trip of 7 days or less.

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For heavy use

2 week holiday or road trip

20 GB or more

Useful if you are often on the move in Costa Rica, use a rental car, watch video regularly or want to use your phone as a hotspot.

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For laptop & hotspot

Working from Costa Rica

20 GB or unlimited

Using data for video calls, laptop hotspot or daily work? Choose generously, so you are less dependent on Wi-Fi.

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Installation

How your eSIM for Costa Rica works

You do not need to swap a physical SIM card. After your order, you receive clear instructions to install your eSIM.

  1. Choose your data bundle

    Select how many GB and how many days you need for your trip to Costa Rica.

  2. Receive your eSIM by email

    After payment, your QR code and installation instructions go straight to your inbox.

  3. Follow the activation instructions

    Before installation, check when validity starts and then follow the steps in your email.

Tip: validity may start upon installation, on first network connection or manually. Always check your plan details.

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What it does

What can you do with your Costa Rica eSIM?

A travel eSIM is built for mobile data. You browse and stream like at home, but regular calls and texts work differently than with a normal SIM card.

  • Use mobile data

    Yes

    Your Costa Rica eSIM handles all internet on your phone.

  • Use WhatsApp

    Yes

    Your existing WhatsApp account and number keep working.

  • Call via WhatsApp or FaceTime

    Yes

    These calls run over mobile data, so your Costa Rica eSIM is enough.

  • Keep your own phone number

    Yes

    Your regular SIM card stays active alongside the eSIM.

  • Standard calls and SMS

    Via your own SIM

    Most travel eSIMs are data-only. Regular calls and texts run on your normal SIM.

  • Use as personal hotspot

    Depends on bundle

    Hotspot support varies per bundle and provider. Check the details of the bundle you choose.

Want to stay reachable on your own number? Keep your regular SIM active and use the Costa Rica eSIM only for mobile data.

Why an eSIM is useful in Costa Rica

With an eSIM for Costa Rica, you do not need to search for a local SIM card after arrival. Install it digitally and use mobile data as soon as you connect to a supported network.

Coverage in Costa Rica

In Costa Rica, you can expect mobile coverage in cities, tourist areas and along many travel routes. Speed and coverage vary by location and network partner.

  • 1 current data plan: 100 GB.
  • Current price: €69.99.
  • Validity ranges from 31 to 31 days, depending on the plan.

Coverage depends on location, device and network partner.

Need help?

Frequently asked questions about eSIM in Costa Rica

Everything about compatibility, installation and using your eSIM abroad.

  • Instant email deliveryReceive your eSIM and instructions immediately after payment.
  • Works on eSIM-ready phonesCompatible with most eSIM smartphones and tablets.
  • Support when you get stuckWe are ready to help by email.

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The best eSIM for Costa Rica depends on your trip length and data usage. The configurator shows which bundle fits your trip.

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