Costa Rica eSIM — from San José to the beaches and volcanoes
A BellRoam Costa Rica eSIM gives you mobile data across Costa Rica without buying a SIM on arrival. Receive the QR code by email, install it before you fly and switch it on when you land in San José.
Network and coverage
| Network | Claro |
| Strong coverage | San José, La Fortuna (Arenal), Manuel Antonio, Tamarindo, Liberia and the main roads |
| Weaker spots | Corcovado and the Osa Peninsula, deep rainforest trails and some Caribbean beaches |
The network shown on each plan is the one your eSIM connects to.
Which plan should I choose?
- A week on the Pacific coast: maps, messaging, ride-hailing and social media fit in a small total-data plan.
- Two weeks with a rental car: choose a mid-size plan if you navigate all day, upload photos or share a hotspot.
- Remote work or lots of video: pick the largest plan and use Wi-Fi for big downloads.
eSIM, local SIM or roaming?
| BellRoam eSIM | Airport SIM | Roaming from home | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ready when you land | Yes, installed before you fly | After queueing and registration | Yes |
| Keep your own number | Yes, on your main SIM | You swap SIM cards | Yes |
| Cost | Prepaid, fixed price | Tourist prices at the airport | Often the most expensive |
Tips for Costa Rica
- Waze is the standard driving app in Costa Rica and needs data on the move.
- Corcovado and remote rainforest lodges have little signal; download maps first.
Visiting more than Costa Rica?
A Costa Rica plan works in Costa Rica only. If your trip continues to another country, buy a separate plan for it.
Get connected in 3 steps
- Choose a plan by data amount and validity, then pay by card, PayPal or wallet.
- Receive your QR code by email within minutes.
- Scan it in your phone's settings, then turn on the BellRoam line and data roaming in Costa Rica.
If the eSIM cannot be installed or activated because of a fault on our side or the network's, you get a full refund under our refund policy. See also the installation guide and compatible devices.