eSIM for
Costa Rica
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1 GB · $5.99
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How many people are traveling?
Every traveler gets their own eSIM. Add one for each person on the trip, up to 5.
Features
- 4G/5G speeds
- Costa Rica-wide coverage
- Instant eSIM by QR
- Hotspot/Tethering
- Data-only plan
- Top up anytime, just a tap away
WHY FLAILY
Why use in Costa Rica
Costa Rica is built for moving between volcanoes, cloud forest and two coastlines. Roads are slow and winding, so live maps and messages with your next lodge make every transfer easier.
Data from the moment you land
Install before you fly, turn the line on when you arrive, and skip the airport SIM queue.
- 1Install on Wi-Fi
- 2Fly
- 3Land online
- Your SIMCalls & textsMobile data
Keep your number and WhatsApp
Your usual SIM stays in your phone, so your number and your WhatsApp account don’t change.
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No contractNo roaming billPrepaid, no contract
You pay once for the plan you choose. No subscription, and no roaming bill from us afterwards.
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QR code or manual install
Scan the QR code from your order, or type the code in by hand if you can’t scan.
- Contact support
Real people to help
Write to our team any time and we’ll reply by email, before or during your trip.
MORE DESTINATIONS
Travelling further?
has plans for destinations near Costa Rica too, so the rest of your trip is covered the same way.
ESIM PLANS FOR NEARBY DESTINATIONS.
SETUP
How to activate your Costa Rica eSIM
Three steps, most of it done before you fly.
- 01
Buy your plan
Pick the data and days that fit your trip. Your eSIM is usually ready a few minutes after payment.
- 02
Install it before you fly
On a stable Wi-Fi connection, scan the QR code from your order, or enter the code manually.
How to install - 03
Turn it on when you land
Switch to the line for mobile data and turn on data roaming for it. Keep roaming off on your usual SIM.
Why roaming?
Keep your usual SIM switched on for calls and texts. handles your data alongside it.
DETAILS
Compatible devices & details
Everything about the Costa Rica eSIM in one place.
- Coverage
- All of Costa Rica, on local partner networks
- Plans
- 1–20 GB, 7–30 days
- Price
- From $5.99
- Connection
- Data only. Call and message through apps like WhatsApp or FaceTime.
- Phone
- eSIM-compatible and carrier-unlocked
- Installation
- QR code or manual code
- Your usual SIM
- Stays in your phone for calls and texts
All plans
| Data | Validity | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1 GB | 7 days | $5.99 |
| 3 GB | 15 days | $10.99 |
| 5 GB | 30 days | $12.99 |
| 10 GB | 30 days | $21.99 |
| 20 GB | 30 days | $36.99 |
Is your phone compatible?
It needs to support eSIM and be carrier-unlocked. The check takes ten seconds.
San José- La Fortuna
- Tamarindo
Waze is the app locals use to drive here, and it needs data for live road conditions. Monteverde, Corcovado and the Osa Peninsula have long stretches without signal, so plan ahead there.
LOCAL TIPS
Using your eSIM in San José, La Fortuna and Tamarindo
San José · San José is usually a night or two on the way in or out. Use data to call an Uber from the airport and to check the shuttle times to the coasts.
La Fortuna · La Fortuna sits under the Arenal volcano, with hot springs and hanging bridges nearby. Coverage is good in town and weaker on trails, so download maps for hikes.
Tamarindo · Tamarindo is a surf town on the Guanacaste coast. Data keeps you in touch with surf schools and lets you check swell and tides each morning.
Use all your favourite apps, wherever you travel.
No SIM swapping needed
Your usual SIM stays in your phone alongside your Costa Rica eSIM. Keep getting calls and texts while handles your data.
Your home provider may charge for calls and texts. Turn off data roaming on your usual SIM to avoid data charges.
FAQS
Costa Rica eSIM FAQs
Does work in Costa Rica?
Yes. sells prepaid data plans for Costa Rica that connect to local networks as a roaming partner. There are 5 plans from 1–20 GB for 7–30 days, from $5.99.
Will my eSIM work in San José, La Fortuna and Tamarindo?
Yes. The plan covers Costa Rica, so it works in San José, La Fortuna and Tamarindo wherever there’s mobile coverage. Signal can be missing in remote areas, so download offline maps before heading out.
How much data do I need for Costa Rica?
It depends on how you use your phone. Maps, messaging and social media use relatively little; video, video calls and hotspot use far more. If in doubt, pick a plan a little bigger than your estimate.
Can I keep my number and WhatsApp?
Yes. Your eSIM is used for travel data, so you keep your usual SIM installed and your WhatsApp account stays the same. Calls, texts or roaming on your usual SIM may still be charged by your home provider, so turn off data roaming on that line.
Can I make calls or send texts?
plans are data plans. You can call and message over the internet with apps like WhatsApp, FaceTime or Telegram. Your usual SIM can still receive calls and texts, which your home provider may charge for.
When should I install my eSIM?
Install it on a reliable Wi-Fi connection before you need it, ideally at home before your trip. Check your plan’s details first: what starts the validity period can vary by plan.
Is my phone compatible?
Your phone needs to support eSIM and be carrier-unlocked. You can check it in seconds on our devices page.
What happens when my data runs out?
When a plan’s data or days are used up, the eSIM stops using data and your usual SIM isn’t affected. You can buy another plan for your destination.
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