San José
Explore the Barrio Escalante for a culinary delight, featuring local craft breweries and gourmet dining.
Costa Rica's breathtaking landscapes are matched by its fast, reliable mobile networks, making it a top destination for digital nomads.
Kolbi offers the most extensive coverage, especially in rural areas, making it ideal for exploring national parks. Movistar excels in urban environments, providing strong indoor signals and high-speed data, particularly around San José and other major cities.
Embrace the convenience of eSIM technology for your Costa Rican travels.
Connection-tested in the cities travelers actually visit.
Explore the Barrio Escalante for a culinary delight, featuring local craft breweries and gourmet dining.
Head to Playa Tamarindo for some of the best surfing spots on the Pacific coast.
Experience the natural beauty of Arenal Volcano and the surrounding hot springs.
Use the ICE app to monitor data usage and manage your Kolbi eSIM plan efficiently.
WhatsApp is king in Costa Rica; ensure it’s linked to your eSIM to stay in touch.
Public WiFi is common in San José, but secure your connection with a VPN for safety.
Remember that some apps like Uber require mobile data to estimate fares accurately.
When crossing into Nicaragua, disable auto-updates to avoid unexpected data charges.
Enable WiFi calling to save on minutes when you have WiFi access in your hotel.
Any phone released after 2018 from these makers supports eSIM. Check our compatibility guide for older models.