Costa Rica eSIM
Mobile data in Costa Rica. No roaming fees, instant activation, one-tap install on iPhone, Samsung and Android.
- 01Internet on arrival
- 02No SIM swap — keep your number
- 03Set up in under a minute, before you fly
Choose Your Unlimited Plan
- 3G/4G/5G network speeds
- Top-up anytime if needed
- Instant Activation · Hotspot Sharing
- 24/7 Support · No Contracts
- 1 GB high speed per 24 hours
- Unlimited data (min. 512 Kbps after high-speed)
- 3G/4G/5G · Instant activation · Hotspot sharing
- 24/7 Support · No Contracts
All Costa Rica eSIM plans and prices
| Data | Valid | Price | Per GB |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 GB a day | Unlimited daily | Rs. 430.72 / day | — |
| 2 GB a day | Unlimited daily | Rs. 670.55 / day | — |
| 3 GB a day | Unlimited daily | Rs. 1,342.05 / day | — |
Which Costa Rica eSIM plan should I pick?
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Streaming and hotspot every day
Unlimited daily
from Rs. 430.72 / day
How it works
- Step01 Choose Plan Pick the data and validity that fit your trip.
- Step02 Receive Order Email Your eSIM arrives by email straight away.
- Step03 Install in one tap Tap install, then switch on data when you land.
Costa Rica
Common Questions
Is an eSIM useful for getting around Costa Rica?
You walk through arrivals at Juan Santamaría International Airport and open Uber to arrange your ride into San José, passing the SIM counter without joining the queue. In the car, you pull up Mercado Central in Google Maps and watch the streets draw closer. Your eSIM gives you the data to follow the route and send your host a WhatsApp message about where to meet.
Inside the market, you point Google Translate at a handwritten menu and choose a casado with a fruit drink. You find the walking route to Teatro Nacional, open its visitor information and book your visit online. Later, back at your accommodation in San José, you browse Uber Eats for dinner while comparing the photos you took in the market. You send your favourite one home through WhatsApp, with the name of the dish you want to try next.
What should tourists look for in a Costa Rica eSIM?
Start with an unlocked phone that supports eSIM, then compare how each package handles its allowance and validity. This is a data-only plan with a daily allowance that renews automatically, not a single pool for your whole trip. The allowance and validity depend on the package you choose.
For a Costa Rica itinerary, look for clear package terms that you can understand before buying. Use the plan picker to compare the available options, paying particular attention to the renewal structure and when the package ends. Choose by those terms, not just the headline allowance.
Where does an eSIM get coverage in Costa Rica?
Your eSIM connects through local networks including Claro, with 3G/4G/5G service. Coverage is strongest in cities such as San José and established tourist areas around La Fortuna, Tamarindo and Manuel Antonio National Park. It becomes patchier in the Talamanca Mountains, the remote rainforest of Corcovado National Park and along isolated rural roads, where steep terrain and dense vegetation interrupt reception.
| SimSwift eSIM | Local SIM | Roaming | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Setup | Install at home before flying | Find a shop or airport kiosk and queue after landing | Nothing to install; switch roaming on |
| When you're connected | Upon landing and connecting to a supported network | After purchase and setup | On landing, if your home plan includes roaming here |
| Paperwork / ID | No paperwork or ID needed | ID may be requested at the counter | No separate registration beyond your existing home account |
| Cost predictability | Pay once upfront | Buy on arrival at local rates | Depends on your home plan and included roaming |
| WhatsApp & your number | Keep using WhatsApp on your home number | New local number; WhatsApp stays on your home number | Your home number, on your home plan's roaming terms |
| Top-ups | Buy a new plan if you need more data | Purchase another bundle through the provider | Extra allowance depends on your home plan |
What digital travel tips help when visiting Costa Rica?
- Save offline road maps before driving to Monteverde; mountain routes can be winding, and downloaded directions make junctions easier to follow.
- Pack a Type A or Type B plug adapter for Costa Rica, and keep a power bank handy for navigation-heavy outings.
- Carry a payment card and some cash for small sodas and rural businesses; do not rely entirely on mobile payments.
- Save park entry confirmations directly on your phone before visiting national parks, so you can show them without opening an inbox.
- Keep your phone in a waterproof pouch during rainforest walks and boat transfers; sudden tropical rain can soak an unprotected bag.
- Ask your accommodation whether Wi-Fi reaches your room before settling down to upload photos; reception areas often have the strongest signal.
How much does a Costa Rica eSIM cost?
SimSwift Costa Rica unlimited daily plans start at Rs. 430.72 a day.