“I got the 2GB for 30 days(not sure about the duration of plan) and it was amazing. Honestly all there esim's are very close to the cheepest and the have a cash back wallet where you earn 10% of every purchase which can than be used to pay for future esim's with them. They use the liberty network in Costa Rica BTW and all their esims are routed through Poland but I didn't feel any slow speeds.”

Vic

Aug 21, 2025

Airhub Costa Rica

“After buying more than 20 sim cards from them, this one was a super bad experience after which I think I'd better pay more on other providers than use this one.
I bought a pretty expensive 40 day sim for $70, it said beforehand that it works only on Iphone, so I got an iphone specifically for this. After you order it says - esim will be activated in 12 hours (its the type where you give them your imei and they register you rather than scanning a QR).
12 hours later 2 CS agents contact me separately saying there is a problem activating. I spend 5 days corresponding with them (I needed the card next day after I bought it), customers support end up ghosting me. Asking for a refund finally got a response full week after failed activation. Now 50 days after the claimed refund I havn't got it and they do not respond via any channels.
And I am a recurring customer, I bought more than 20 sims from them already, some of them worked, some didn't, I'd say chance is around 70 working to 30 not working. Every time trying to get a refund is super painful, customer support is awful, but I got at least portion of the money (they refunded me the wrong purchase once). But this time they decided to just lie and hide. So be warned. Also amount of time you need to spend corresponding with them is just abysimal, it is not worth the money. Their voice plans are usually the best, but its a lottery with very high cost of losing. ”

morty

May 25, 2024

Costa Rica Travel eSIM FAQ

Everything you need to know about using eSIMs in Costa Rica

How many travel eSIM brands (providers) are available for use in Costa Rica, and how many prepaid data plans are there?

Costa Rica is supported by around 210 travel eSIM providers and offers roughly 9 400 prepaid data plans. With such a wide variety of options, travelers can easily find an eSIM that fits their needs.

Are there any unlimited data eSIM plans available for Costa Rica?

Unlimited data eSIM plans for Costa Rica are offered by several providers. Roamify, Yesim and Earth Esim all provide unlimited data, though the speed may be throttled after a certain amount of usage. The price ranges for these plans vary widely, from as low as $5.00 USD to as high as $210.00 USD, depending on the validity period and specific plan features. Travelers should consider their expected data usage and choose a plan that offers sufficient data allowance and acceptable speed limits for their needs.

What are the major mobile networks available for a travel eSIM in Costa Rica?

Costa Rica offers several major mobile network operators (MNOs) that provide extensive coverage and services suitable for travel eSIMs:

Liberty: A leading wireless carrier in Costa Rica, Liberty offers comprehensive mobile services, including voice and data, with extensive coverage across the country.
Kölbi: Operated by the state-owned Instituto Costarricense de Electricidad (ICE), Kölbi provides a wide range of mobile services, including voice and data, with a strong presence throughout Costa Rica.
Claro: A subsidiary of the Mexican telecommunications giant América Móvil, Claro offers mobile services such as voice and data, with reliable coverage in urban and many rural areas.
Movistar: Owned by the Spanish multinational Telefónica, Movistar provides various mobile services, including voice and data, with good coverage, particularly in urban regions.

In addition to these MNOs, Costa Rica has Mobile Virtual Network Operators (MVNOs) like Tuyo Móvil and Fullmóvil, which offer mobile services by leasing access from major carriers. However, most travel eSIMs rely on the infrastructure of the primary MNOs rather than MVNOs.

Can I get a travel eSIM with a phone number and SMS for Costa Rica?

Travel eSIMs that provide a phone number and SMS capability are available for Costa Rica. Providers such as GlobaleSIM, Airalo, JamboSim, ESIM.DOG, AirPlans, and Simbye offer these plans, and many others are also available through the market. These plans typically support inbound and outbound voice calls and form‑to‑form SMS, with varying data limits and validity periods.

The telephony details depend on the plan’s dialing code. Airalo’s plans use the Costa Rican dialing code +506, giving you a local number that can receive calls and SMS from inside and outside the country. Plans from GlobaleSIM, JamboSim, ESIM.DOG and AirPlans use the +1 code, meaning the number comes from the United States or Canada, so it is not a local Costa Rican number. Simbye’s numbers use +33, a French code. Prices for these plans start at about $4 for a 7‑day 1 GB option, with more expensive packages providing larger data bundles and longer validity up to 60 days or more. Understanding the dialing code of your chosen plan can help you decide whether a local Costa Rican number is important for your stay.

Summarized by AI, Last updated: Sep 30, 2026