eSIM Costa Rica from $6.99

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.

An eSIM for Costa Rica from HelloRoam starts at $6.99 per day. It connects to 204+ carrier networks across 185+ countries. Activate via QR code in under two minutes on any eSIM compatible phone. Keep your AT&T, T-Mobile, or Verizon number active on dual SIM.

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Your e SIM Costa Rica Plan with Full Coverage

The cheapest eSIM for Costa Rica starts from $6.99. Local 4G LTE and 5G data on top carrier networks in Costa Rica. Works on all eSIM compatible phones. Airport SIM counters charge inflated rates and stack long queues at arrivals. An eSIM in Costa Rica from HelloRoam avoids those inflated rates at airport SIM desks. Plans start at $6.99 on Claro 4G networks across the country. Scan a QR code at home and land with data already live on your phone. Every plan is fully prepaid with no contract, no credit check, and no roaming fees.

Costa Rica eSIM with fast 4G coverage

HelloRoam offers eSIM plans for Costa Rica starting at $8.40. 4G coverage on Claro, Movistar, and ICE networks. Activate your eSIM by scanning a QR code before you travel.

Plans start at $6.99 with 4G speeds
Coverage from Claro
Instant activation in under 2 minutes
180-day money-back guarantee
Costa Rica coverage across major cities

Network: 4G
Plans From: $6.99
Activation: Under 2 min
Guarantee: 180 days

Trip changed? Don't worry, we've got you!

Plans can change anytime, and that's okay. With HelloRoam, you can easily request a refund for your eSIM within 180 days of purchase.

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HelloRoam Costa Rica eSIM vs AT&T, T-Mobile and Verizon roaming

When comparing an eSIM vs a travel SIM card for Costa Rica, HelloRoam wins on price. It costs less than Verizon TravelPass ($10/day), T-Mobile international add-ons, and AT&T International Day Pass ($12/day). Skip the airport SIM shop and get a prepaid eSIM for Costa Rica from $6.99 with a 180-day refund guarantee.

HelloRoam Costa Rica eSIM vs AT&T, T-Mobile and Verizon roaming
Feature		Local provider	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 Costa Rica carrier networks

Is an eSIM Better Than a Costa Rica SIM card for Eco-Tourism Travelers?

Skip the SIM card for Costa Rica airport counters at Juan Santamaria International and land with data already live. Airport SIM desks at SJO charge $10-25 for tourist plans, and queues drag on during peak dry season when flights arrive packed. HelloRoam connects to Claro from $6.99 with QR activation in two minutes at home.
HelloRoam activates your prepaid SIM card Costa Rica alternative without a DIMEX card or local ID requirement at the counter. Physical SIM vendors at SJO sometimes request local registration, which adds friction for international visitors on short trips. Scan the HelloRoam QR before you fly and skip the registration desk entirely.
Unlike a data sim card Costa Rica airport kiosks sell, HelloRoam works on Claro 4G networks from San Jose to the Osa Peninsula and both coasts. Physical tourist SIMs sold at arrivals often lack rural coverage for national park areas like Corcovado and Tortuguero. HelloRoam covers you from the jungle to the beach.
The tourist sim card Costa Rica travelers buy at border crossings from Panama or Nicaragua only covers basic voice and SMS. HelloRoam delivers data-focused plans from $6.99 with 1GB to 20GB options and no voice bloat. Order online and activate before your flight.
travel sim Costa Rica plans from HelloRoam run on Claro 4G networks with no roaming surcharge between the Caribbean and Pacific coasts. Physical SIM cards from some Costa Rican operators cap data use in remote coastal areas. Your HelloRoam plan stays consistent across both coasts and national park zones.
The eSIMs Costa Rica option from HelloRoam beats airport SIM pricing without sacrificing network quality. Airport counters often bundle Costa Rica SIMs with add-ons and tourist call packages you do not need. HelloRoam sells data-only plans starting at $6.99 with no extras. Requires an eSIM-compatible device.

Physical SIM card prices based on Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) counter listings. Verified May 2026.

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Why Travelers Choose an e SIM for Costa Rica

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American travelers rate HelloRoam eSIM for its 180-day refund policy, zero activation fees, and 24/7 live support. See how HelloRoam compares to Airalo, Holafly, Saily, and other eSIM providers for Costa Rica on the things that matter most.

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 Costa Rica carrier networks
Own branded carrier identity (SPN)

Costa Rica — mobile connectivity coverage

Mobile Connectivity Guide for Costa Rica

Costa Rica has 4G coverage through Claro and ICE (Instituto Costarricense de Electricidad), the national carrier. San Jose, Liberia, Jaco, and main tourist corridors have good signal. National parks like Manuel Antonio and Monteverde have limited coverage inside the forest.

A HelloRoam eSIM connects you when you land at Juan Santamaria International Airport in San Jose or Daniel Oduber in Liberia.

HelloRoam connects to Claro 4G in Costa Rica
4G network available in main cities and tourist areas
Connect to Claro on arrival
Instant activation by scanning a QR code before you travel

eSIM Travel Tips for Costa Rica

Install your eSIM before you fly
Set up your HelloRoam eSIM at home before your flight to Costa Rica. Scan the QR code in your phone settings, then enable data roaming when you land at Juan Santamaria International (SJO) in San Jose or Daniel Oduber (LIR) in Liberia for Guanacaste. You connect instantly.
Download offline maps
Download offline maps for Costa Rica before you travel. National parks including Manuel Antonio, Corcovado, Monteverde, and Arenal have limited signal inside park boundaries. Google Maps offline mode tracks your GPS position without a data connection. Download maps for your full driving route as well.
Monitor your data usage
The HelloRoam app shows your real-time data balance. You also get alerts at 80% and 95% usage. If you need more data, you can top up in the app without reinstalling your eSIM.
Keep your home SIM for calls
On a dual-SIM phone, keep your home carrier SIM active for calls and texts. Set your HelloRoam eSIM as the data line in Costa Rica. You stay reachable on your regular number while saving on data costs.
Save emergency numbers offline
Save local emergency numbers for Costa Rica before you travel. Emergency calls work on any available network regardless of your data balance. Having numbers stored offline means you can always reach help.

Mobile Networks in Costa Rica: What You Need to Know

Costa Rica's mobile network is run by three main operators: Claro, Movistar Costa Rica, and ICE (the state-owned carrier). Claro and ICE have the widest reach. Coverage is strong in the Central Valley, Guanacaste coast, Manuel Antonio, and the Caribbean town of Puerto Viejo. Rainforest areas inside park boundaries, the Osa Peninsula, and remote highlands have reduced signal. Your HelloRoam eSIM picks the best available partner network.

Claro: 4G

Best Time to Visit Costa Rica

Costa Rica has two main seasons. The dry season from December to April is peak tourist time on the Pacific coast, in Guanacaste, and around Arenal. The green season (rainy season) from May to November brings afternoon rains but lush scenery and fewer crowds. The Caribbean coast has an opposite pattern, with drier months from September to November. Monteverder and the cloud forest are worth visiting year-round. Mobile coverage is strong in the Central Valley throughout the year.

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Prices verified: June 5, 2026

HelloRoam Costa Rica eSIM Questions Answered

A travel sim Costa Rica plan runs on Claro 4G networks from $6.99 across Costa Rica.A Costa Rica sim plans from HelloRoam covers major cities and tourist routes across the country. HelloRoam delivers the QR code to your email within seconds and activation takes two minutes. No contract, no roaming charges, and a 180-day refund guarantee.

An eSIM Costa Rica plan connects to Claro 4G networks across Costa Rica. A prepaid eSIM Costa Rica from HelloRoam covers major cities and tourist routes across the country. HelloRoam activates every plan by QR in under two minutes on any compatible phone. No contract, no roaming charges, and a 180-day refund guarantee. Scan once and stay online for your entire trip.

Coverage spans San Jose, Arenal, Manuel Antonio, Monteverde, and the Osa Peninsula on Claro 4G networks from $6.99 with one plan across both coasts. HelloRoam activates by QR in two minutes at home before your flight. No extra plan for national park trips and no contract on any order.

Plans up to 30 days from HelloRoam cover all of Costa Rica on Claro 4G networks from $6.99 for surf season visitors to Nosara, Tamarindo, and Jaco, and Pura Vida lifestyle stays. Activate by QR at home with no contract and a 180-day refund guarantee on every order.

HelloRoam is a reliable eSIM option for Costa Rica, connecting to Claro's 4G network. Plans start at $6.99. Buy before you travel and arrive with instant data already set up.

Yes. HelloRoam eSIM plans work in Costa Rica on Claro's 4G network. Buy your plan before you leave, scan the QR code at home, and activate data roaming when you arrive.

HelloRoam eSIM plans for Costa Rica start at $6.99. You get 4G data on Claro with no daily roaming fees. Larger data packages are available for longer stays or heavy users.

Your HelloRoam eSIM for Costa Rica connects to Claro. This carrier provides 4G coverage across Costa Rica's main cities and tourist areas. Your phone picks the strongest available signal automatically.

Buy your plan at helloroam.com, scan the QR code in your phone settings, and turn on data roaming when you arrive in Costa Rica. Setup takes about five minutes and is best done at home before your trip.

Yes. Claro provides 4G coverage in Costa Rica. Urban centers and main tourist destinations have the strongest signal. Rural or remote areas may fall back to 3G depending on local infrastructure.

Yes. HelloRoam plans for Costa Rica include mobile hotspot. You can share your Claro 4G connection with a laptop or tablet during your stay.

A week in Costa Rica with maps, messaging, and light browsing typically uses 2 to 4 GB. Add streaming or daily video calls and you will want 5 to 10 GB. HelloRoam offers plans in multiple sizes.

What to Know Before You Buy

eSIM requires an unlocked, eSIM-compatible device. Check your phone settings before purchasing.
Most travel eSIM plans provide data only. Your existing phone number stays active for calls and texts on your primary SIM.
Coverage quality varies by location within Costa Rica. Urban areas typically have strong 4G/5G coverage, while rural or remote areas may have limited connectivity.
Install your eSIM before departure. Activation requires an internet connection, which may not be available at your destination airport.

Transparency Notice

Service Provider Name (SPN): HelloRoam appears as the carrier name on your phone's status bar through the SPN, a standardized field in the eSIM profile. Unlike most travel eSIM resellers, HelloRoam provisions its own Service Provider Name.
Public Network Name (PNN): HelloRoam holds a registered Public Network Name, the official carrier identity filed with telecommunications authorities. Telecom regulators recognize HelloRoam as a licensed service provider, not a white-label reseller.
Access Point Name (APN): HelloRoam eSIMs auto-configure their Access Point Name during installation. Your device connects to the strongest local network infrastructure without manual settings.

Prices are our retail rates across 185+ countries. Plan recommendations use real traveller feedback and network performance data. Every purchase includes a 180-day money-back guarantee.

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Number of days	Price
1 day	$7.26
3 days	$20.87
7 days	$48.69
15 days	$100.93
22 days	$141.37
30 days	$185.98

Category	Recommended	Local SIM Card	Your Home Carrier Roaming
Typical cost	From $8.40 total	$2.00–$10.00 total	$10.00–$15.00/day
Details	Plans start at $8.40. Buy online before your trip, scan a QR code at home, and arrive in Costa Rica already connected to Claro, Movistar, and ICE networks. No store visits or ID required.	Local SIM cards are available in Costa Rica from Claro, Movistar, ICE, and other operators. You need to show identification and go through in-store registration. Setup typically takes 20 to 30 minutes. Unused data expires when your trip ends.	Most home carriers charge high daily roaming rates for Costa Rica. A 10-day trip can cost $100 to $250 or more in data roaming fees alone.

Number of days	Price
1 day	$7.26
3 days	$20.87
7 days	$48.69
15 days	$100.93
22 days	$141.37
30 days	$185.98

Category	Recommended	Local SIM Card	Your Home Carrier Roaming
Typical cost	From $8.40 total	$2.00–$10.00 total	$10.00–$15.00/day
Details	Plans start at $8.40. Buy online before your trip, scan a QR code at home, and arrive in Costa Rica already connected to Claro, Movistar, and ICE networks. No store visits or ID required.	Local SIM cards are available in Costa Rica from Claro, Movistar, ICE, and other operators. You need to show identification and go through in-store registration. Setup typically takes 20 to 30 minutes. Unused data expires when your trip ends.	Most home carriers charge high daily roaming rates for Costa Rica. A 10-day trip can cost $100 to $250 or more in data roaming fees alone.

eSIM Costa Rica

Your e SIM Costa Rica Plan with Full Coverage

eSIM Costa Rica

Your e SIM Costa Rica Plan with Full Coverage

Costa Rica eSIM with fast 4G coverage

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