Costa Rica: Mobile Coverage & Carriers
ESIMBYCOUNTRY at checkout · See all codes →Costa Rica's mobile market is served by three major carriers: Kolbi (operated by ICE), Claro, and Liberty/Movistar. All three networks support 3G and 4G/LTE services. 5G has been commercially launched in the country, though deployment may be limited to urban areas.
Roaming eSIMs in Costa Rica typically connect via LTE bands B2 (1900 MHz), B4 (AWS), and B28 (700 MHz), with 5G access on n78 (3.5 GHz) where available. Some local carriers issue eSIMs, though availability and terms may vary. Visitors should confirm eSIM compatibility with their chosen provider before arrival.
| Connectivity | As publicly reported |
|---|---|
| Network generations | 3G, 4G/LTE, 5G |
| Main mobile networks (MNOs) | Kolbi (ICE), Claro, Liberty/Movistar |
| Key travel bands | B2(1900), B4(AWS), B28(700), n78(3.5GHz) |
| Local eSIM support | Some local carriers issue eSIMs |
| Region | Latin America & Caribbean |
| Capital | San Jose |
| Calling code | +506 |
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eSIM providers covering Costa Rica
| Provider | Destination coverage | Activation | Plans |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sim Local | Dedicated Costa Rica destination page (verified on the provider's site 2026-07-14) | Digital delivery — installs as an eSIM profile on an eSIM-capable, unlocked phone | See plans →10% off with our code ESIMBYCOUNTRY at checkout |
Provider destination pages checked on 2026-07-08 and 2026-07-14. Plans and prices are live on the provider's site — never stored or estimated here. We only list partners we can link and verify directly; this table grows as more providers pass review. How we compile this →
Compiled from public-record telecom facts (the MNO roster, commercially-launched 3G/4G/5G generations, deployed travel-relevant bands and local-eSIM support) and verified June 2026; see the source we compile this country from. How we compile this. Plan prices are supplied by the eSIM provider feed at publish time, not stored here.