Key takeaways
Costa Rica has three main mobile operators, with Kolbi (the government-backed network) offering the widest coverage, including remote areas like the Osa Peninsula and the Nicoya Peninsula. A Roamix Costa Rica eSIM connects to the strongest local network on arrival at Juan Santamaria Airport without a SIM counter queue. Budget 5 to 8 GB for two weeks, and always download offline maps and trail guides before entering Corcovado, Monteverde or Tortuguero, where signal disappears entirely.
- Kolbi (ICE) has the widest rural coverage in Costa Rica, including national parks, remote beaches and the Osa Peninsula.
- A Roamix eSIM activates automatically on arrival at SJO and avoids the need for a physical SIM counter.
- Costa Rica's pura vida culture means many services and tours book via WhatsApp, making data connectivity essential from arrival.
- The colon is the currency, but USD is widely accepted at tourist prices. Card payment is common in tourist areas.
- Download offline maps before entering Corcovado National Park, Monteverde Cloud Forest and Tortuguero, all of which have no mobile coverage.
Best way to get data in Costa Rica
For most visitors to Costa Rica, a Roamix eSIM is the most practical option, connecting you instantly to Kolbi or Claro coverage from the moment you land at SJO or LIR.
| Option | Best for | Good to know |
|---|---|---|
| Roamix eSIMRecommended | Best for: Most travellers | Instant activation on Kolbi or Claro, no SIM registration and no roaming bill. Best for the move between destinations. |
| Local physical SIM | Best for: Long stays or travellers needing a local number | Kolbi and Claro kiosks at SJO and LIR airports. Requires passport. Kolbi gives the best coverage for remote areas. |
| Pocket wifi | Best for: Groups travelling together | Available for rental at SJO airport. Another device to charge and return. |
| Carrier roaming | Best for: Very short trips with no setup time | Costa Rica is a moderately expensive roaming destination. A Roamix eSIM plan typically costs far less for two weeks. |
Wifi is standard in San Jose hotels, tourist lodges in La Fortuna and beach hostels in Tamarindo. In remote jungle lodges and Corcovado research stations, wifi may be satellite-based and extremely slow. Roamix mobile data is more reliable for navigation and WhatsApp on the move.
How much data you need
Data needs in Costa Rica are moderate. Cities and main tourist routes are well connected. National parks and remote coasts require offline preparation before entering dead zones.
4 to 5 GB
One week Pacific coast beaches and Arenal
Navigation, WhatsApp tour bookings, social uploads and weather checking in well-covered tourist areas.
5 to 8 GB
Two weeks including Osa Peninsula and Tortuguero
Offline map downloads for Corcovado and Tortuguero, pre-park downloads in Puerto Jimenez, guide communication and flights booking.
15 to 20 GB
Remote work base in San Jose or La Fortuna
Video calls, cloud uploads, daily tethering alongside active tourism planning.
Data per hour, by activity
- Maps and navigation
- 5 MB per hour online, up to 1 GB for offline park trail and road packages
- Social media and browsing
- 100 to 150 MB
- Music streaming
- 70 MB
- Standard video streaming
- 700 MB to 1 GB
- Video calls (WhatsApp)
- 400 MB to 1 GB
Download offline map packages for every national park and remote area you plan to visit while in San Jose or La Fortuna, where 4G is reliable.
How to set up a Costa Rica eSIM
Install your Roamix Costa Rica eSIM over wifi before departure. It activates automatically when you land at Juan Santamaria or Daniel Oduber Quiros Airport.
- 1
Buy your plan on the Roamix Costa Rica eSIM page before departure.
- 2
Scan the QR code or tap to install the eSIM over wifi at home.
- 3
Label it Roamix and keep your home SIM as primary for calls and SMS.
- 4
Enable data roaming for the Roamix line only.
- 5
Land in Costa Rica and the eSIM connects automatically to Kolbi, Liberty or Claro.
Works on eSIM-capable unlocked phones including iPhone XS and newer, Google Pixel 3 and newer, and recent Samsung Galaxy models.
Roamix sets the correct APN automatically on most devices. If data does not start, apply the APN from your order and toggle airplane mode.
If no data after landing, check data roaming is enabled for the Roamix line, select the network manually in settings and restart.
Visa and entry for Costa Rica
Citizens of most Western countries including the USA, UK, EU, Canada and Australia enter Costa Rica visa-free for 90 days. No advance visa application is required.
- Visa on arrival
- Available
- eVisa or ETA
- No advance visa or e-visa is required for citizens of most Western countries. Entry for 90 days is granted on arrival. Some nationalities must apply for a visa in advance; check with the Costa Rican Embassy.
- Passport validity
- Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months from your entry date into Costa Rica.
- Onward ticket
- Costa Rican immigration consistently requires proof of onward travel. Have your return or onward ticket accessible on your phone. Airlines may also check this at check-in.
Keep your onward ticket, travel insurance and hotel booking accessible offline. Use Roamix data at SJO to pull up documents and contact your accommodation.
Entry rules change. Confirm current requirements with the Costa Rican Embassy or official immigration sources before travel.
When you land in Costa Rica
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How people message here
WhatsApp is the dominant communication platform across all of Costa Rica, used by tour operators, restaurants, hotels, tour guides and taxi drivers. Most Costa Rican services will communicate via WhatsApp rather than email or phone calls.
Do you need a local number?
A local Costa Rican number is not needed for most tourist activities. WhatsApp communication works fine with your home number.
Keep your home SIM active for two-factor authentication. Use Roamix data for WhatsApp communication with Costa Rican operators, guides and hotels from the moment you land.
Airports in Costa Rica
SJO
Juan Santamaria International Airport
San Jose (Alajuela)
Free wifi throughout the terminal, though speeds can be slow during peak international arrivals.
Confirm your Roamix eSIM is connected before leaving arrivals. A Claro kiosk is available at baggage claim 5 if you need a physical SIM, but your pre-installed Roamix eSIM means you already have data to book your shuttle or rideshare to the city or Arenal.
LIR
Daniel Oduber Quiros International Airport
Liberia
Basic wifi in the terminal. Liberia is the gateway to Guanacaste's beaches and national parks.
Liberia has Kolbi, Claro and Liberty coverage. Use Roamix data to book your rental car navigation, confirm your beach resort location and download offline maps for Nicoya Peninsula routes from the airport.
TNO
La Managua Airport
La Managua (Nosara area)
A small paved-strip airport serving the Nicoya Peninsula. No wifi.
Nosara and surrounding Nicoya beaches have limited Kolbi signal. Download surfing conditions apps and accommodation directions over Roamix data at LIR or SJO before flying on.
XQP
Quepos La Managua Airport
Quepos
Small regional airport serving Manuel Antonio. No wifi.
Quepos is the gateway to Manuel Antonio National Park. Download park trail maps and reserve entry online over Roamix data before leaving San Jose, as Manuel Antonio entry is strictly capped by timed permits.
Apps and internet access in Costa Rica
Costa Rica has a fully open internet. All common apps work normally on a Roamix eSIM.
There is no censorship of social media, messaging or search in Costa Rica. No VPN is required for any mainstream service.
WhatsApp, works
Fully available and the primary communication platform across Costa Rica.
FaceTime, works
Works normally over data and wifi.
Google Maps and Search, works
No restrictions. Essential for navigating national park trails and driving routes.
Social media, works
Instagram, Facebook and X all work normally.
Getting around Costa Rica
Costa Rica is best explored by rental car for flexibility, shuttle bus for direct tourist routes and domestic light aircraft for remote destinations like Osa Peninsula and Tortuguero. Data is essential for navigation, tour booking and road condition checks.
Rental car
The most flexible way to explore Costa Rica. Use Google Maps via Roamix data for navigation, and always cache offline maps before driving on unpaved mountain or Nicoya Peninsula routes. Check road conditions and river crossing depths with your rental agency before departure.
Shared shuttle (Gray Line and interbus)
Tourist shuttles connect SJO and LIR airports to all major destinations including Arenal, Monteverde, Tamarindo and Manuel Antonio. Book online via Roamix data and store confirmations offline.
Local bus
COOTUPESA and other local bus companies serve most routes from San Jose's Coca Cola terminal. Cheap but slow. Use Google Maps with Roamix data to navigate San Jose's complex bus system.
Domestic light aircraft
Sansa and Nature Air-style operators fly to Tortuguero, Drake Bay, Puerto Jimenez and Nosara in 30 to 45 minutes versus many hours by road. Book via Roamix data and save flight details offline.
Always use officially licensed taxis (red with yellow triangle) or rideshare apps in San Jose. Negotiating rental car insurance and road conditions before departure is essential. WhatsApp your guide or lodge for directions before driving on unpaved roads.
Money and payments in Costa Rica
Costa Rica uses the Colon (CRC) but USD is widely accepted in tourist areas at posted tourist rates, which are slightly less favourable than the official exchange rate. It is generally better to use colones for local purchases.
- Cards and cash
- Cards are accepted at most tourist restaurants, hotels and supermarkets. Cash in CRC or small USD bills is useful for rural markets, national park entrance fees and tips for guides and drivers.
- ATMs
- Banco Nacional, BCR and BNCR ATMs accept foreign cards and dispense both CRC and USD. Fees are moderate. ATMs are available at SJO airport and in tourist towns. Check for ATM availability before heading to remote areas.
- Payment apps
- SINPE Movil is the local interbank transfer system for Tico-to-Tico payments. Apple Pay is accepted at larger chain restaurants and supermarkets.
- Tipping
- A 10 percent service charge is legally added to all restaurant bills in Costa Rica. Additional tipping is appreciated but not required. Tour guides typically receive 5 to 10 USD per person per day.
Daily budget
Budget travellers in hostels and eating local food spend around 20,000 to 35,000 CRC per day. Mid-range is 50,000 to 100,000 CRC. Eco-lodges and nature tours are premium-priced.
Local tips for Costa Rica
- Language
- Spanish is the official language. English is widely spoken in tourist areas, hotels and tour agencies. In indigenous communities and rural areas, Spanish is essential. Google Translate works well via Roamix data.
- Food
- Costa Rican cuisine is simple and satisfying. The daily casado plate of rice, beans, salad, plantains and protein is the local staple. Gallo pinto (rice and beans) is breakfast everywhere. Fresh Caribbean-style rice and beans with coconut milk in Puerto Viejo, fresh ceviche on the Pacific coast and fresh-ground Costa Rican coffee are unmissable.
- Plugs
- 120V, Type A and B plugs
Apps worth having
WhatsApp
communication
The primary contact method for all Costa Rican tour operators, guides, restaurants and accommodation. Essential for booking and communicating throughout the country.
iNaturalist
wildlife
Identify birds, frogs, insects and plants encountered in Costa Rica's extraordinary biodiversity with AI-powered photo identification. Works via Roamix data.
Waze
navigation
Used by Costa Ricans for road navigation with real-time traffic and road condition alerts. Important for San Jose congestion and alerts about flooded roads during rainy season.
Safety and health in Costa Rica
Costa Rica is generally safe for tourists and is one of the most visited countries in Central America. Petty theft is the main risk in San Jose and beach towns. Wildlife hazards including venomous snakes, scorpions and dangerous river crossings require awareness in national parks.
- Stay reachable
- Keep your Roamix eSIM active for emergency services (911), WhatsApp contact with guides and lodges, and weather or river condition alerts. In Corcovado and remote areas, consider a satellite messenger for backcountry safety.
- Health
- Healthcare is good in San Jose and major towns. The CAJA public hospital system is accessible. Travellers should carry travel insurance. Malaria and dengue are present in low-lying areas; use insect repellent. Tap water is safe in most parts of Costa Rica.
- Tap water
- Tap water is safe to drink in San Jose and most developed areas including major tourist towns. In remote rural areas and on the Osa Peninsula, use bottled water.
Networks and coverage in Costa Rica
Costa Rica's three main operators, Kolbi (the state-run ICE mobile brand), Liberty (formerly Movistar) and Claro, provide 4G coverage across most of the country. Kolbi has the deepest rural footprint from decades of government infrastructure investment. A Roamix Costa Rica eSIM connects to the strongest available network on arrival at SJO or LIR without any SIM registration or kiosk.
Kolbi (ICE)
Government-backed operator with the widest national coverage including the Osa Peninsula, Nicoya Peninsula, Tamarindo, Montezuma and remote Caribbean coast communities. Best choice for adventurous travel off the beaten path.
Liberty Costa Rica
Strong urban coverage in San Jose and the Central Valley, with growing 4G in popular tourist destinations. Launched 5G in 2025 and is fastest in urban areas.
Claro Costa Rica
Good coverage in San Jose, Liberia, the Pacific coast tourist belt and main highways. 5G launching in cities. Strong at Juan Santamaria Airport and surrounding Central Valley.
- Typical speeds
- 4G in San Jose and Liberia delivers 20 to 60 Mbps. Tourist towns like La Fortuna, Tamarindo and Manuel Antonio run 10 to 30 Mbps. Remote parks and the Osa Peninsula may have 2G or no signal.
- 5G
- 5G launched in San Jose and Liberia in mid-2025 via Liberty and Claro. Kolbi's 5G rollout is ongoing. 4G LTE is the standard experience in all tourist areas.
For city and main tourist route travel, any operator is fine. For the Osa Peninsula, Tortuguero, Monteverde and remote Nicoya beaches, Kolbi has the best reach. Many Costa Rican tour operators and nature guides use WhatsApp exclusively for bookings and communication.
Costa Rica's forested mountains and remote peninsulas create significant dead zones. Corcovado National Park, Tortuguero canals, deep within Monteverde Cloud Forest, the Nicoya Peninsula's more remote beaches and the approaches to Arenal's crater can all have limited or no mobile coverage. Always prepare offline maps before these destinations. Costa Rican networks use LTE bands 2, 4, 5, 7 and 28. All recent unlocked phones are compatible.
Where to go in Costa Rica
Costa Rica packs extraordinary biodiversity into a small country, where active volcanoes, cloud forests, rainforest canopy walks, Caribbean beaches and Pacific surf all sit within a few hours of each other. A Roamix eSIM keeps weather alerts, tour bookings and wildlife guide apps working as you move between ecosystems.
Best time to visit
December to April is the dry season and best for Pacific coast beaches, Guanacaste and most national parks. The green season (May to November) offers fewer crowds, lower prices and lush landscapes. The Caribbean coast around Puerto Viejo has its best weather in September and October.
Central Valley and San Jose
Costa Rica's capital and most densely populated region, with the Pre-Columbian Gold Museum, Jade Museum, the volcanic Poas and Irazu craters within day-trip distance, and the coffee farm towns of Sarchi and Grecia in the surrounding hills.
- Museo del Oro Precolombino
- Volcan Poas
- Irazu Volcano
- Sarchi craft town
- Cartago Basilica
Excellent 4G and 5G across San Jose and the Central Valley including Alajuela, Heredia and Cartago. Kolbi and Liberty both provide strong coverage. Poas and Irazu volcano viewpoints have reasonable 4G.
Arenal and Northern Lowlands
The perfectly conical Arenal Volcano dominates this rainforest region, where hanging bridges, zip lines, white-water rafting on the Sarapiqui River, thermal hot springs and the vast Caño Negro Wildlife Refuge create Costa Rica's most activity-packed zone.
- Arenal Volcano National Park
- Tabacon Hot Springs
- Mistico Hanging Bridges
- La Fortuna Waterfall
- Caño Negro Wildlife Refuge
Good Kolbi 4G in La Fortuna town and around the Arenal area. Hot springs and hanging bridge parks have reasonable coverage. The Caño Negro reserve and remote northern lowland routes drop to 3G.
Monteverde and the Cloud Forest
The cloud forest reserves of Monteverde and Santa Elena, accessible by a notoriously bumpy unpaved road, offering the most complete canopy walk experience in Central America, quetzal bird watching and world-famous Monteverde coffee and cheese.
- Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve
- Santa Elena Reserve
- Sky Walk hanging bridges
- Curi-Cancha Reserve
- Quetzal watching trails
Kolbi 4G in Santa Elena town and at the main reserve entrance. Inside the cloud forest canopy walks and trails, coverage drops to 2G or no signal. Download trail maps offline before entering.
Pacific Coast and Guanacaste
Costa Rica's sunniest coast, from the surf beaches of Tamarindo and Santa Teresa through the Nicoya Peninsula to the Manuel Antonio and Dominical beaches further south, with Rincon de la Vieja volcano and Palo Verde wetlands inland.
- Manuel Antonio National Park
- Tamarindo beach
- Santa Teresa surf
- Rincon de la Vieja National Park
- Playa Conchal
Kolbi and Claro 4G in Tamarindo, Liberia, Manuel Antonio and Jaco. Remote Nicoya Peninsula beaches like Montezuma and Cabo Blanco have limited Kolbi signal only. Download driving routes offline for unpaved Nicoya Peninsula roads.
Caribbean Coast and Osa Peninsula
The wild sides of Costa Rica. Puerto Viejo de Talamanca and Cahuita on the Caribbean offer reggae beaches, the Kekoldi Bribri indigenous territory and excellent snorkelling. The remote Osa Peninsula is home to Corcovado, considered the most biologically intense place on Earth by National Geographic.
- Corcovado National Park
- Puerto Viejo de Talamanca
- Cahuita National Park
- Tortuguero National Park
- Drake Bay
Kolbi 4G in Puerto Viejo and Cahuita. Puerto Jimenez has basic Kolbi signal for Osa Peninsula access. Inside Corcovado National Park there is no mobile coverage. Download all guides and emergency contacts in Puerto Jimenez before entering the park.
Off the beaten path
Called the most biologically intense place on Earth by National Geographic, Corcovado protects 2.5 percent of the world's biodiversity in a lowland tropical rainforest accessible only on guided hikes, with scarlet macaws, tapirs, jaguars and four species of sea turtle.
Signal: No mobile coverage inside Corcovado. Puerto Jimenez and Drake Bay have basic Kolbi signal. Download all maps, park regulations and guide contact details before entering.
An Amazon-like network of jungle canals accessible only by boat, where green sea turtles nest in the world's most important nesting beach and river wildlife including river otters, caimans, manatees and dozens of bird species are observed from slow canal boats.
Signal: No mobile coverage in Tortuguero. The park is accessible only by boat or light aircraft. Download all navigation and lodge contact details before departure from Limon.
One of the world's premier cloud forest ecosystems, where the rare resplendent quetzal is spotted in season (February to April), hummingbirds visit feeders in extraordinary variety and canopy walk bridges in the sky provide unforgettable above-treetop experiences.
Signal: Kolbi 4G in Santa Elena town. Inside the cloud forest, coverage drops to 2G or no signal on interior trails. Download the trail map offline before entering.
Costa Rica's most iconic landmark, a near-perfect cone volcano that was extremely active until 2010 and now dominates the landscape above La Fortuna with hot springs, hanging bridges, zip lines and white-water rafting as its activity backdrop.
Signal: Good Kolbi 4G in La Fortuna. The Arenal 1968 lava trail and hanging bridge parks have reasonable signal. The lake and dam area near Arenal have Kolbi coverage.
Costa Rica's most visited national park, with white sand beaches, forested trails, white-faced capuchin monkeys, three-toed sloths and stunning ocean views, all in a compact park accessible from the beach town of Quepos.
Signal: Good Liberty and Claro 4G in Quepos and Manuel Antonio town. Inside the national park trails, signal is intermittent. Manuel Antonio beach has better coverage.
Costa Rica's most distinctly Caribbean destination, with Afro-Caribbean culture, reggaeton playing from soda counters, Salsa Brava surf break and the jaguar corridor of the Gandoca-Manzanillo Wildlife Refuge.
Signal: Kolbi 4G in Puerto Viejo town. Remote beaches north of Puerto Viejo including Manzanillo and Punta Uva have intermittent signal. Cahuita town has basic Kolbi signal.
The Rio Celeste waterfall, where two colourless rivers meet and turn a brilliant turquoise blue through a chemical reaction, is one of the most photographed natural wonders in Costa Rica, reached by a 6 km jungle trail inside Tenorio Volcano National Park.
Signal: No Kolbi signal inside the Tenorio National Park. The turnoff town of Bijagua has basic signal. Download the park trail map offline before the drive from La Fortuna.
Guanacaste's most active volcanic park, with bubbling mud pots, fumaroles, hot springs, the Las Pailas geothermal loop and a 25-metre waterfall on trails through dry tropical forest where white-faced monkeys, coatis and agoutis are regularly seen.
Signal: No signal inside the national park. Liberia city has good Claro and Kolbi 4G. Download the trails and geothermal field maps before the 25 km drive from Liberia.
Costa Rica's Blue Zone, where locals live unusually long lives, anchored by the yoga and wellness centre of Santa Teresa, the waterfalls of Montezuma and the tide pools of Cabo Blanco Absolute Nature Reserve.
Signal: Kolbi is the only operator with meaningful coverage on the southern Nicoya Peninsula. Montezuma and Cabuya have basic Kolbi signal. The ferry crossing from Puntarenas has coverage near both terminals.
A lesser-visited rainforest river corridor combining excellent birdwatching, crocodile river rafting, white-water rafting on Class III rapids and the La Tirimbina Rainforest Centre with hanging bridges and a famous chocolate farm experience.
Signal: Kolbi 3G in Puerto Viejo de Sarapiqui town. River boat tour areas have intermittent signal. Download bird species guides and emergency contacts before the river float.
Events and seasons in Costa Rica
February or March, four days
Envision Festival
Uvita, Pacific Coast
A transformational arts and music festival set on a Pacific rainforest beach near Uvita, blending yoga, permaculture, fire performance, electronic music and live art in a sustainable jungle environment, drawing international attendees seeking immersive nature experiences.
April
Festival Internacional de Cine de Costa Rica
San Jose
Costa Rica's main international film festival, screening Latin American and world cinema across San Jose venues with director talks, retrospectives and outdoor screenings in the historic Barrio Amon district.
June
Quepos Festival de Mariscos
Quepos
A celebrated seafood festival in the Pacific port of Quepos, showcasing fresh Costa Rican seafood prepared by local restaurants and street vendors over a weekend of live music, cooking demonstrations and artisan markets.
July to October
Sea Turtle Nesting Season Tortuguero
Tortuguero National Park
The peak nesting season for green sea turtles on Tortuguero's 35 km beach, where hundreds of turtles come ashore at night to lay eggs under the supervision of park rangers, providing one of the most moving wildlife encounters in Central America.
September
Semana Universitaria (Week of the University)
San Jose
A cultural celebration centred on the University of Costa Rica, with free outdoor concerts, parades, cultural exhibitions and student performances filling the Rodrigo Facio campus and surrounding San Pedro neighbourhood.
September 15
Dia de la Independencia
Nationwide, especially San Jose
Costa Rica's Independence Day celebration, marked by school lantern parades the evening before, national anthem singing at precisely 6 PM and flag ceremonies across the country.
October, second week
Carnival de Limon
Limon, Caribbean Coast
Costa Rica's biggest carnival, held in the Caribbean port city of Limon during Columbus Day week, with Afro-Caribbean music, calypso and reggae concerts, costumed parades and traditional Caribbean food filling the streets.
December, second Saturday
Festival de la Luz (Festival of Light)
San Jose
San Jose's main Christmas parade, with illuminated floats, marching bands, dance groups and hundreds of thousands of spectators lining Paseo Colon for Costa Rica's most spectacular urban light display.
December 26
Tope Nacional (National Horse Parade)
San Jose
The largest horse parade in Central America, held annually on December 26 in San Jose with thousands of horses and riders in formal Sabanero cowboy dress parading down Paseo Colon in a celebration of Costa Rican equestrian culture.
December 30 to January 2
Fiesta de los Diablitos
Rey Curre, Buenos Aires de Puntarenas
One of Costa Rica's most ancient indigenous celebrations, where the Boruca people of Rey Curre dress in elaborate hand-carved balsa wood masks and perform the traditional Juego de los Diablitos dance-battle over three days, representing the historical resistance of indigenous peoples to Spanish colonisation.
Through the year
- Spring
- May is the start of the green season on the Pacific side with transitional weather. The transition from dry to wet brings fresh landscapes and fewer tourists. Good for budget travel and uncrowded national parks.
- Summer
- December to April is the dry season (verano) in Costa Rica, which is the northern hemisphere winter. The Pacific coast is at its best with calm seas, sunny days and minimal rain. This is peak tourist season and the most expensive period. Book well in advance.
- Fall
- September and October are the wettest months in the Pacific and Central Valley but the best time to visit the Caribbean coast, which receives its least rainfall. Sea turtle nesting at Tortuguero peaks in September. Fewer tourists and lower prices.
- Winter
- June to August is the rainy season (invierno) but in practice afternoon rains are predictable, mornings are often sunny and the landscape is gloriously green. Whale watching at Marino Ballena peaks in August. Good time for Arenal and cloud forest visits.
Working remotely from Costa Rica
San Jose has a growing coworking scene, particularly in the Barrio Escalante neighbourhood. La Fortuna, Tamarindo and Manuel Antonio attract digital nomads with reasonable wifi at better hotels. Costa Rica's digital nomad visa, launched in 2022, allows remote workers to stay for up to two years.
- Connection
- Urban 4G and 5G in San Jose handles video calls and uploads. A Roamix plan with 10 to 15 GB suits a working week alongside daily park and beach visits.
Use Roamix as a secure hotspot for sensitive work in cafes. The Barrio Escalante neighbourhood in San Jose has several excellent coworking-friendly cafes and dedicated coworking spaces.
