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Travel eSIM for Costa Rica
5.0 out of 55 reviewsChoose your plan
Daily high-speed allowance, then reduced-speed data until the next refresh.
Number of days
Max 365 days. Discount updates automatically by trip length.
One-click install
Install your Costa Rica eSIM before you travel with one-tap setup, QR Code, or manual details.
Activate your Costa Rica eSIM
Turn on the eSIM data line when you arrive and connect on supported local networks.
A good fit when
Who is this Costa Rica eSIM for?
You are travelling to Costa Rica and want mobile data ready soon after you land.
You want maps, transport details, bookings, and messages available while travelling in Costa Rica.
Your trip is centered on Costa Rica, rather than crossing several countries with one regional plan.
You want to keep your usual SIM in your phone and top up an eligible plan online if you need more data.
Apps checked for this destination
Travel apps worth having in Costa Rica
Current official coverage pages list Uber, inDrive, and DiDi in Costa Rica. The shortlist below combines those ride options with practical navigation and route-planning tools.
Uber
Uber officially lists service in Costa Rica. Pickup areas and vehicle supply can still vary by city.
inDrive
inDrive officially lists service in Costa Rica. Pickup areas and vehicle supply can still vary by city.
DiDi
DiDi officially lists service in Costa Rica. Pickup areas and vehicle supply can still vary by city.
Google Maps
Use place search and route planning in Costa Rica; available features can vary by country and city.
Rome2Rio
Compare longer transfers to and around Costa Rica by train, bus, ferry, flight or car.
Google Translate
Translate text, photos and speech, and download the relevant language before departure as a backup.
Costa Rica eSIM reviews
Travel eSIM FAQ
Costa Rica eSIM questions, answered
Answers for city stays, coastal roads, beach days and cross country travel in Costa Rica.
What should I expect on coastal and rural routes in Costa Rica?+
The eSIM connects through supported networks in Costa Rica. Signal can vary outside towns, along quieter coastal roads and near borders. Save the next route, property address and booking confirmation before a remote stretch.
When should I install and activate my Costa Rica eSIM?+
Check the start rule on the package before installing. Some plans begin at installation, while others begin at the first supported network connection. On arrival, select the eSIM for mobile data and follow its roaming and APN instructions.
Can I use an eSIM for road trips and beach stays in Costa Rica?+
Yes. It can keep maps, accommodation messages and local bookings online wherever there is supported signal in Costa Rica. An offline map is still useful for isolated roads and beaches.
Can I use Uber, inDrive, and DiDi with a Costa Rica eSIM?+
Yes, these apps can use the eSIM's mobile data. Their current coverage is not the same as nationwide availability, so check the city and pickup area in Costa Rica before relying on a ride or transit service.
Does a Costa Rica travel eSIM include a local phone number?+
Treat it as data-only unless the package explicitly says it includes calls, SMS or a number. WhatsApp normally keeps your existing account. You can leave your home SIM on for verification texts, but your home carrier may charge for roaming.
Can I use personal hotspot with my Costa Rica eSIM?+
Only when both the package and your phone allow tethering. Check the package terms before relying on hotspot for a laptop or another traveler, especially if the plan has a daily high-speed allowance.
Can I buy a non-reloadable Costa Rica plan and add data later?+
You can buy and use a non-reloadable plan normally, but that plan cannot be topped up. If you need more data, buy another package. Plans marked as reloadable can be topped up when an eligible option is available.
What does unlimited data mean on Costa Rica eSIM plans?+
Only packages labelled Unlimited use that model. The package card shows the daily high-speed allowance. After you use it, data continues at a reduced speed until the next daily refresh. Fixed-data packages work differently.
How do I know whether my phone can use a Costa Rica eSIM?+
The phone must support eSIM and be unlocked for another carrier. Check the exact model in the phone settings or the manufacturer's compatibility information before buying. A carrier-locked phone can reject a travel eSIM even when the model supports it.
Should I choose a Costa Rica eSIM or a regional or global eSIM?+
Choose the Costa Rica plan when your trip stays in this destination. Choose a regional or global eSIM when the exact coverage list includes the other countries on your itinerary. Compare coverage, validity and data style rather than assuming every regional plan includes the same places.
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