Costa Rica eSIM — Prepaid 5G Data Plans
Get connected as soon as you land — high-speed data in Costa Rica via Millicom (Tigo), Claro. Activate instantly with the QR code in minutes — no physical SIM required.
Choose your Costa Rica eSIM plan
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A single eSIM covering multiple countries — including Costa Rica — no need to switch plans when crossing borders.
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Quick comparison of the most popular Costa Rica eSIM plans
Mobile network in Costa Rica
- Carrier
- Millicom (Tigo), Claro
- Network
- 4G / LTE
- Daily plans, after the cap
- 512 Kbps – 1 Mbps depending on plan tier
- Unlimited
- Yes — from $2.72/day
Guide for your Costa Rica trip
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Using mobile data in Costa Rica: local tips
- Check the official coverage map. Before heading to Osa, Monteverde or the Caribbean coast, check the regulator SUTEL’s free map for measured signal and speeds by operator.
- 5G is still limited. 5G is expanding around San José and parts of Guanacaste and the Central Pacific. Elsewhere, and especially in remote areas, check coverage for your route.
- Book park tickets online. Manuel Antonio National Park sells entry only online through SINAC, not at the gate, and is closed on Mondays. Keep your reservation handy on your phone.
- Waze knows the road closures. The national road agency CONAVI feeds road closures and roadworks into Waze, so live data helps you avoid closed roads.
- SINPE Móvil isn’t for visitors. The popular SINPE Móvil payment system needs a Costa Rican bank account and local number, so carry a card or cash instead.
- Offline maps for remote beaches. Download Google Maps offline areas before visiting remote parks or beaches; offline driving directions only work if the whole route is inside the downloaded area.
Checked against official sources in September 2026. Services and coverage change — check the app or operator before you travel.
FAQ
Yes. Install your eSIM before departure; once you land, simply enable data roaming to connect instantly at the airport.
Most iPhone XS and later, Samsung Galaxy S20 and later, and Google Pixel 3 and later support eSIM. You can check in your device’s Settings.
For most plans, validity starts from the first time your eSIM connects to a network at your destination—you can safely install it at home before flying. Exact details for each plan are clearly stated on its product page.
Most plans allow topping up data or extending validity—supported plans are clearly marked on the plan card and on the product page. You can also purchase a new plan anytime; the QR code is emailed to you within minutes.
eSIM plans for Costa Rica connect via Millicom (Tigo), Claro on 4G/LTE networks. Your device automatically selects the strongest local network. The carrier for each plan is listed on its detail page.
High-speed data is prioritized; after your daily allowance is used, speeds are reduced but remain sufficient for messaging, maps, and social media — you’ll never lose connectivity.
This data eSIM doesn’t include a phone number. You can still make calls and send messages normally using apps like WhatsApp, iMessage, Messenger.
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