The DriftAmericas eSIM plans for Costa Rica shown on this page use Claro, Movistar and offer 4G/5G depending on the plan. Check each plan for its exact network, data allowance, validity and price before choosing. Available plans are fully refundable within 30 days as long as the eSIM has not been used on a network at the destination.
Kolbi offers the state operator with the widest reach including rural and coastal areas.
Plan share by operator
Share of the eSIM plans we sell for Costa Rica, by underlying operator.
- Claro58%
- Movistar42%
Network at a glance
Claro is the network most travellers lean on in Costa Rica. 5G is live on at least one operator we carry, so newer phones can reach top speeds in covered areas. On our Mobile Speed Index it scores 63, placing it mid-tier for regional speed. Median data price has held steady from $3.71 per GB in June 2026 to $3.71 in September 2026.
The operators behind our plans
Each network we carry in Costa Rica, with who runs it and what generation it reaches.
Common questions
Which operator is best in Costa Rica?
Claro offers the widest reach for most travellers. Kolbi offers the state operator with the widest reach including rural and coastal areas. Our eSIM plans run on the strongest available network, so you do not have to choose a SIM at the counter.
Does Costa Rica have 5G?
Yes. At least one operator we carry runs 5G, available mainly in larger cities and along major corridors. Older devices fall back to 4G automatically.
How much is a local SIM in Costa Rica?
A tourist SIM bought on arrival typically runs $10-25. An eSIM skips the queue and the passport scan, and activates by QR code before you land.
How many operators power Costa Rica eSIM plans?
We carry plans across 2 operators in Costa Rica. The donut above shows how our catalogue splits between them.
How we read this
Plan share counts how many of the eSIM plans we sell for Costa Rica run on each operator. It reflects catalogue depth, not subscriber market share. The top operator is the network we would hand a traveller who can pick only one.