Cheapest eSIM for Costa Rica in 2026

HelloRoam leads Costa Rica with 5 plans, starting at $51.00 ($2.55/GB, 20GB, 30 days). HelloRoam plans support top-up and tethering. Across all providers, hotspot tethering and top-up support are available — check individual plans for eligibility.

Use-case picks for Costa Rica based on plan data: Weekend (2-3 days): HelloRoam 3GB at $9.90 (3GB, 30 days). Week trip (7 days): HelloRoam 5GB at $26.99 (5GB, 30 days). Two-week vacation: HelloRoam 10GB at $31.49 (10GB, 30 days). Digital nomad (30 days): HelloRoam 20GB at $51.00 (20GB, 30 days).

HelloRoam's 20GB plan at $51.00 delivers the strongest price-to-data ratio for Costa Rica. At $2.55/GB for 20GB over 30 days, the daily cost is $1.70. HelloRoam's plan includes tethering included and top-up available at no extra cost. This plan connects through Claro in Costa Rica. 1 provider compete for Costa Rica across 5 plans. The per-GB spread from cheapest to most expensive is $2.55 to $6.99. 5 of 5 plans show recent price decreases. The market is trending more competitive.

• Best value: HelloRoam at $2.55/GB
• Total price: $51.00 for 20GB
• Daily cost: $1.70
• Validity: 30 days
• Providers tracked: 1
• Plans tracked: 5

Costa Rica eSIM pricing varies significantly by data tier. The right plan depends on trip length and daily usage intensity. 1GB: HelloRoam leads at $6.99 ($6.99/GB, 1GB, 7 days). This tier suits maps, messaging, and basic browsing for 2-3 days. Top-up is available if you underestimate your needs. 3GB: HelloRoam leads at $9.90 ($3.30/GB, 3GB, 30 days). This tier suits maps, social media, and messaging for a 5-7 day trip. Top-up is available if you underestimate your needs. 5GB: HelloRoam leads at $26.99 ($5.40/GB, 5GB, 30 days). This tier suits active social media use and photo uploads for a week. 10GB: HelloRoam leads at $31.49 ($3.15/GB, 10GB, 30 days). This tier suits streaming, video calls, and heavy browsing for 7-14 days. 20GB: HelloRoam leads at $51.00 ($2.55/GB, 20GB, 30 days). This tier suits digital nomad work, daily streaming, and tethering for 2-4 weeks. Per-GB rates drop with plan size: $6.99/GB at 1GB vs $3.15/GB at 10GB. Buying larger saves 55% per gigabyte.

1 provider compete for Costa Rica with 5 total plans. Each has distinct strengths. HelloRoam: 5 plans, from $51.00 ($2.55/GB). Largest plan: 20GB. Strengths: cheapest per-GB at $2.55/GB, tethering on all plans, top-up support, 5 plan options, plans up to 30 days. HelloRoam wins the price race for Costa Rica at $2.55/GB. For travelers who prioritize price above all else, HelloRoam is the data-driven choice. For those who value specific features (plan variety, longer validity, or unique app features), comparing across all 1 providers is worthwhile.

Costa Rica is a Tier 3 eSIM destination: limited provider coverage with constrained plan options. 5 plans from 1 provider are tracked, starting at $2.55/GB. Tier 3 markets have fewer plans, less provider competition, and higher per-GB rates. If only 1-2 providers cover this destination, pricing is less competitive. The available options may still offer strong value compared to local SIM or roaming costs. Only one provider covers Costa Rica. Without competition, prices are set by that provider's wholesale costs and margins. Monitor this page for new providers entering the market.

WiFi availability is good — WiFi is available in most tourist areas.

Costa Rica's primary carriers are Kolbi and Claro CR and Movistar CR. 5G is not yet deployed. Median download speed is 25 Mbps. Kolbi is former state monopoly with widest coverage. National park coverage unreliable. Emergency number: 911.

An eSIM for Costa Rica is a prepaid digital SIM card with no physical component. The cheapest Costa Rica eSIM costs $2.55/GB — up to 80% less than airport SIM counters. You purchase online, scan a QR code, and connect to local 4G/5G networks in under 2 minutes.