Costa RicaStudy Abroad Data Plans
30+ days long stay, large/unlimited data first · 42 plans
Studying or staying long-term in Costa Rica (30+ days) calls for large data and stability. This page shows 42 long-term / large-data plans, of which 21 are unlimited, sorted by data amount to help you find a plan that lasts the whole month.
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Costa Rica 20GB 30 days
20GB · 30 days · Hotspot
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Costa Rica 20GB 30 days
20GB · 30 days · Hotspot
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Costa Rica 20GB 30 days
20GB · 30 days · Hotspot
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Costa Rica
Yesim - Costa Rica 20GB 30 days
Local Costa Rica networks · 4G/5G
$33.16
Costa Rica
Saily - Costa Rica 20GB 30 days
costa-rica · 4G/5G
$47.99
$47.99
Costa Rica
OvOsim - Costa Rica 20GB 30 days
costa-rica · 4G/5G
$66.95
$66.95
Costa Rica
Revo eSIM - Costa Rica 20GB 30 days
costa · 4G/5G
$68.55
$68.55
Costa Rica
DrimSim - Costa Rica 20GB 30 days
costa-rica · 4G/5G
$221.18
$221.18
Costa Rica
Yesim - Costa Rica 10GB 30 days
Local Costa Rica networks · 4G/5G
$20.58
Costa Rica
Saily - Costa Rica 10GB 30 days
costa-rica · 4G/5G
$36.99
$36.99
Costa Rica
Revo eSIM - Costa Rica 10GB 30 days
costa · 4G/5G
$37.55
$37.55
Costa Rica
OvOsim - Costa Rica 10GB 30 days
costa-rica · 4G/5G
$44.27
$44.27
Costa Rica
DrimSim - Costa Rica 10GB 30 days
costa-rica · 4G/5G
$110.59
$110.59
Costa Rica
Yesim - Costa Rica 5GB 30 days
Local Costa Rica networks · 4G/5G
$14.87
Costa Rica
Revo eSIM - Costa Rica 5GB 30 days
costa · 4G/5G
$24.55
$24.55
Costa Rica
Saily - Costa Rica 5GB 30 days
costa-rica · 4G/5G
$26.99
$26.99
Costa Rica
DrimSim - Costa Rica 5GB 30 days
costa-rica · 4G/5G
$55.30
$55.30
Costa Rica
Yesim - Costa Rica 3GB 30 days
Local Costa Rica networks · 4G/5G
$8.92
Costa Rica
Revo eSIM - Costa Rica 3GB 30 days
costa · 4G/5G
$11.55
$11.55
Costa Rica
Saily - Costa Rica 3GB 30 days
costa-rica · 4G/5G
$18.99
$18.99
Costa Rica
OvOsim - Costa Rica 3GB 30 days
costa-rica · 4G/5G
$19.42
$19.42
Costa Rica
Yesim - Costa Rica 1GB 30 days
Local Costa Rica networks · 4G/5G
$4.92
Costa Rica
OvOsim - Costa Rica 1GB 30 days
costa-rica · 4G/5G
$10.79
$10.79
Costa Rica
DrimSim - Costa Rica 1GB 30 days
costa-rica · 4G/5G
$11.06
$11.06
Costa Rica
Yesim - Costa Rica Unlimited Data 1 days
Local Costa Rica networks · 4G/5G
$9.49
Costa Rica
Yesim - Costa Rica Unlimited Data 7 days
Local Costa Rica networks · 4G/5G
$29.73
Costa Rica tips to avoid pitfalls
- 💡 Install the eSIM before departure for seamless connectivity on arrival.
- 💡 Compare data allowance and validity period to match your trip length.
- 💡 Check hotspot sharing support if you need to connect multiple devices.
Costa Rica Study Abroad eSIM FAQ
How much does a Costa Rica Study Abroad eSIM plan cost?
We currently list 42 Costa Rica Study Abroad eSIM plans, with prices ranging $4.49 – $221.18. The cheapest is Costa Rica Unlimited Data 1 days, around $4.49. Actual prices may vary with promotions and exchange rates — check the provider page before purchase.
Is an eSIM cost-effective for studying in Costa Rica?
For the transition period (your first month), a large-data eSIM is very convenient and avoids queuing for a local SIM. This page has 21 unlimited plans to choose from. For longer stays, a local number is usually cheaper once you're settled — balance it by your stay duration.
Is it better to buy an eSIM or a physical SIM for Costa Rica?
An eSIM needs no card swap, can be installed before departure, activates right after landing, and supports dual SIM (keeping your home number). A physical SIM suits cases needing a local phone number or a device without eSIM support. Compare eSIM prices here first — they're usually cheaper than airport counters.
How do I activate a Costa Rica eSIM after landing?
Install it before departure over Wi-Fi. After landing, enable data roaming to auto-activate; if there's still no service after 1-2 minutes, manually select the local operator in settings. Checking device compatibility before departure reduces the risk of activation failure.