eSIM San Jose Costa Rica from €6.00

Name: eSIM San José (Costa Rica)
Brand: HelloRoam

HelloRoam is a global eSIM provider offering instant mobile data in 185+ countries. Buy prepaid travel eSIM plans with no extra fees, no contracts, and instant activation on any eSIM-compatible device.

A San José (Costa Rica) eSIM from HelloRoam starts at €6.00 across 204+ carrier networks in 185+ countries. Activate via QR code in under two minutes on any eSIM compatible phone. Your Three Ireland, Vodafone IE, or Eir number stays active on dual SIM.

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Last updatedMay 2026

San José (Costa Rica) eSIM coverage and activation

Cheap eSIM for San José (Costa Rica), starting from €6.00. Local 4G LTE and 5G data on top carrier networks in San José (Costa Rica). Works on all eSIM compatible phones. San Jose serves as gateway to Costa Rica's national parks, Arenal Volcano, Manuel Antonio beach, and the Monteverde cloud forest for Irish nature travellers. An eSIM in San Jose Costa Rica from HelloRoam starts at €6.00 and covers the capital and national routes on local networks. Activate by QR at home before flying from Dublin. No roaming charges, no contract. 180-day refund guarantee.

San José (Costa Rica) eSIM with fast 4G coverage

HelloRoam offers eSIM plans for San José starting from $6.99. Connect on 4G LTE through Kölbi (ICE) and Movistar Costa Rica. Your Irish carrier's international roaming charges apply outside the EU. A HelloRoam eSIM costs far less than daily roaming add-ons from Eir, Three Ireland, or Vodafone Ireland. Activate before your flight from Dublin Airport and connect on arrival at Juan Santamaría International Airport.

Plans start at €6.00 with 4G speeds
Coverage from Claro
Instant activation in under 2 minutes
180-day money-back guarantee
San José (Costa Rica) coverage across major cities

Network: 4G
Plans From: €6.00
Activation: Under 2 min
Guarantee: 180 days

San José (Costa Rica) — HelloRoam eSIM coverage

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Plans change, and that is no bother at all. With HelloRoam, you can request a full refund for your eSIM within 180 days of purchase.

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HelloRoam San José (Costa Rica) eSIM vs Three Ireland, Vodafone IE and Eir roaming

Comparing eSIM vs a travel SIM card for San José (Costa Rica)? Eir charges up to €5.99/day for Worldwide Roaming, Vodafone IE up to €6.99/day for Global Roaming, and Three Ireland applies daily charges outside its Go Roam zone. Skip the airport SIM counter at Dublin Terminal 1 and get a prepaid eSIM from €6.00 with instant QR activation and a six-month money-back guarantee.

HelloRoam San José (Costa Rica) eSIM vs Three Ireland, Vodafone IE and Eir roaming
Feature		Irish carrier roaming add-on	Limited data eSIM
180-day refund policy
24/7 live chat support
€0 activation fees
99.8% uptime guarantee
No data overage charges
Instant QR code delivery
Premium San José (Costa Rica) carrier networks

Why Travellers from Ireland Use HelloRoam e-sim for San José (Costa Rica)

HelloRoam vs Other eSIM Providers for San José (Costa Rica)

eSIM provider reviews from Irish travellers consistently highlight the 180-day refund policy, zero activation fees, and 24/7 live support. See how HelloRoam compares to Airalo, Holafly, Saily, and other eSIM providers on the things that matter most for your San José (Costa Rica) holiday.

Feature comparison
Feature comparison		Airalo	Holafly	Nomad	Saily	Ubigi
180-day refund policy
24/7 live chat support
€0 activation fees
99.8% uptime guarantee
No data overage charges
Instant QR code delivery
Premium San José (Costa Rica) carrier networks
Own branded carrier identity (SPN)

San José (Costa Rica) — mobile connectivity coverage

Mobile connectivity guide for San José

San José has 4G LTE mobile coverage across its main tourist areas. Kölbi (ICE) and Movistar Costa Rica are the core networks. Your Irish carrier's international roaming charges apply outside the EU.

A HelloRoam eSIM costs far less than daily roaming add-ons from Eir, Three Ireland, or Vodafone Ireland. A HelloRoam eSIM means you arrive at Juan Santamaría International Airport already connected without hunting for a SIM card. Plans start at $6.99.

HelloRoam connects to Claro 4G in San José (Costa Rica)
4G LTE coverage across San José's main areas
Connect on Kölbi (ICE) and Movistar Costa Rica
Activate before your flight from Dublin

eSIM Travel Tips for San José (Costa Rica)

Sort your eSIM before you leave Dublin
Buy your HelloRoam eSIM for San José at home, scan the QR code over Wi-Fi, and switch on data when you land at Juan Santamaría International Airport. You step off the plane already connected on local 4G LTE. No queuing at airport telecom shops.
Keep your Irish number live
On a dual-SIM phone, leave your Three Ireland, Vodafone Ireland, Eir, or GoMo SIM active for calls and texts. Use HelloRoam for data in San José. People back home can still ring your Irish number without international charges.
Download offline maps first
Save Google Maps or Maps.me for San José offline before you fly. Offline navigation uses no data and keeps working even where signal is patchy. It's a handy backup when you arrive and need directions quickly.
Watch your data usage
The HelloRoam app shows your balance in real time. You get alerts at 80% and 95% usage so there are no nasty surprises. Top up inside the app if you need more data in San José, no reinstall needed.
Save emergency numbers offline
The emergency number in most countries is 112. In San José it is worth checking the local number too. Save these offline before you travel. Emergency calls work on any available network regardless of your HelloRoam data balance.

Mobile networks in San José: what Irish visitors need to know

HelloRoam connects on Kölbi (ICE) and Movistar Costa Rica in San José. These are the leading 4G LTE networks with strong coverage in San José city centre and the Central Valley and main tourist areas. Your eSIM picks the best available signal automatically. Plans start at $6.99 and give you instant 4G LTE data on arrival.

Claro: 4G

Best time to visit San José from Ireland

San José is a popular destination for Irish holidaymakers. Dublin Airport has regular direct or connecting flights year-round. The best time to visit depends on your preferences for weather, crowds, and value.

San José (Costa Rica) — best time to visit

Top Attractions in San José (Costa Rica)

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San Jose is Costa Rica's capital, surrounded by volcanic mountains and coffee plantations. Use HelloRoam eSIM to stay connected.

Visit the Central Market for local food and fresh tropical fruit.

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Prices verified: 31 May 2026

Your San José (Costa Rica) eSIM Questions Answered

eSIMs San Jose Costa Rica plans from HelloRoam start from €6.00 and cover the capital and national network. HelloRoam delivers a QR code by email, activated at home before you board. No roaming charges from your Irish provider, no physical SIM card, and a 180-day refund guarantee on every order.

An e-sim San Jose Costa Rica plan from HelloRoam gives you local data across the capital and national park corridor routes from €6.00. Activate at home via QR before flying from Dublin so data is running when you land at Juan Santamaria. No contract, no roaming fees, and a 180-day refund guarantee on every prepaid order.

HelloRoam is a top-rated eSIM for travellers from Ireland visiting San José (Costa Rica). Plans start from €6.00 and connect to 200+ carrier networks in San José (Costa Rica) at local 4G LTE and 5G speeds. Activate via QR code in under two minutes, keep your Three Ireland, Vodafone IE, or Eir number on dual SIM, and enjoy a full refund window of up to six months. No daily roaming charge and no carrier contract.

A San José (Costa Rica) eSIM starts from €6.00. Fixed data plans run from 1GB to 20GB. Unlimited daily plans suit longer trips. All plans include local 4G LTE and 5G access with no overage charges and no carrier contract. That is far less than what Eir charges for non-EU Worldwide Roaming or Vodafone IE for Global Roaming.

eSIM in San José (Costa Rica) connects to local 4G LTE and 5G networks. Your phone picks the strongest available signal automatically on arrival — no manual carrier selection needed. Coverage spans major cities, airports, main roads, and most rural areas. You get the same local network speeds as residents of San José (Costa Rica), not the premium daily rates Eir or Vodafone IE charge for international roaming.

Getting your eSIM for San José (Costa Rica) takes three steps. First, choose your plan at helloroam.com and pay in EUR. Second, scan the QR code from your confirmation email in Settings under Mobile Data, then Add eSIM. Third, your e-sim installs in under two minutes and activates when you land. Do everything at home before you head to Dublin Airport, Shannon, Cork, or Knock. No shop visit, no physical SIM swap, no queue.

Yes. iPhone XS and all newer models support your eSIM for San José (Costa Rica). Go to Settings, tap Mobile Data, then Add eSIM, and scan the QR code from your HelloRoam email. Your Irish number stays active on your main SIM through dual SIM while HelloRoam handles all travel data on the eSIM line. iPhone 14 and later are eSIM-only with no SIM tray needed.

HelloRoam is a solid eSIM choice for San José, connecting on Kölbi (ICE) and Movistar Costa Rica 4G LTE. Buy your plan before your flight from Dublin Airport, scan the QR code at home, and land at Juan Santamaría International Airport already connected. Plans start at $6.99.

HelloRoam eSIM plans work in San José on Kölbi (ICE) and Movistar Costa Rica 4G LTE. Activate at home before your flight from Dublin by scanning the QR code in your phone settings. Enable data roaming when you land and you'll be online within seconds of arrival.

Your Irish carrier's international roaming charges apply outside the EU. A HelloRoam eSIM costs far less than daily roaming add-ons from Eir, Three Ireland, or Vodafone Ireland. A HelloRoam eSIM from $6.99 gives you local 4G LTE data without daily add-on charges or trips to an airport SIM shop. Sort everything from Dublin before you fly.

HelloRoam eSIM for San José connects on Kölbi (ICE) and Movistar Costa Rica. Your phone picks the strongest available 4G LTE signal as you travel around San José. Coverage is reliable in all main tourist areas and near Juan Santamaría International Airport. No manual network selection is needed.

HelloRoam eSIM plans for San José start at $6.99. Larger plans with more data and longer validity are available for bigger trips or heavy data users. All plans include 4G LTE data and there are no daily fees or surprise charges. Compare plans at helloroam.com.

A week in San José using maps, messaging, social media, and light browsing typically uses 3 to 6 GB. Streaming video in the evenings or video-calling home to Ireland adds more. A 10 GB plan gives you a comfortable buffer for a busy week. HelloRoam offers plans in multiple sizes.

HelloRoam eSIM plans for San José run from 12 to 30 days depending on your data size. Pick the plan that covers your full stay from Dublin to your return flight. Scan the QR code before you fly and connect from the moment you land at Juan Santamaría International Airport.

San José has 4G LTE coverage through Kölbi (ICE) and Movistar Costa Rica. HelloRoam eSIM plans connect on the best available signal automatically. Buy your plan before your flight from Dublin Airport and connect on landing at Juan Santamaría International Airport without any manual setup.

Number of days	Price
1 day	€6.23
3 days	€17.90
7 days	€41.76
15 days	€86.57
22 days	€121.25
30 days	€159.52

Category	Recommended	Local San José SIM card	Eir, Three Ireland, Vodafone Ireland, or GoMo roaming
Typical cost	From €6.00 total	€4.29–€21.44 total	€4.29–€12.87/day
Details	Plans from $6.99. Buy before your flight from Dublin Airport, activate at home over Wi-Fi, and arrive at Juan Santamaría International Airport already on local 4G LTE data. No store visit, no ID check, and no wasted time after a long flight.	Available at Juan Santamaría International Airport but requires setup time after your flight. Tourist SIMs may need passport registration and in-store activation. Unused data is usually forfeited when your trip ends.	Irish carrier international roaming outside the EU can cost €5 to €15 per day. A week in San José on roaming could add €35 to €105 in data charges alone. HelloRoam eSIM starts at $6.99 for your whole trip.

Number of days	Price
1 day	€6.23
3 days	€17.90
7 days	€41.76
15 days	€86.57
22 days	€121.25
30 days	€159.52

Category	Recommended	Local San José SIM card	Eir, Three Ireland, Vodafone Ireland, or GoMo roaming
Typical cost	From €6.00 total	€4.29–€21.44 total	€4.29–€12.87/day
Details	Plans from $6.99. Buy before your flight from Dublin Airport, activate at home over Wi-Fi, and arrive at Juan Santamaría International Airport already on local 4G LTE data. No store visit, no ID check, and no wasted time after a long flight.	Available at Juan Santamaría International Airport but requires setup time after your flight. Tourist SIMs may need passport registration and in-store activation. Unused data is usually forfeited when your trip ends.	Irish carrier international roaming outside the EU can cost €5 to €15 per day. A week in San José on roaming could add €35 to €105 in data charges alone. HelloRoam eSIM starts at $6.99 for your whole trip.

eSIM San Jose Costa Rica

San José (Costa Rica) eSIM coverage and activation

eSIM San Jose Costa Rica

San José (Costa Rica) eSIM coverage and activation

San José (Costa Rica) eSIM with fast 4G coverage

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