{"id":3541,"date":"2023-12-25T02:28:35","date_gmt":"2023-12-25T02:28:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/costaricaesim.com\/?page_id=3541"},"modified":"2024-05-10T09:06:30","modified_gmt":"2024-05-10T09:06:30","slug":"lir","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/costaricaesim.com\/airport-sim-card\/lir\/","title":{"rendered":"Where to Buy SIM Card at Guanacaste Airport"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Guanacaste Airport, located in Liberia, Costa Rica, is the second busiest airport in the country. As more travelers visit the beautiful beaches and natural parks of the Guanacaste region, getting a SIM card upon arrival is important to stay connected during your vacation. This guide will provide detailed information on where and how to purchase a SIM card at the Guanacaste airport.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/costaricaesim.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/42\/2023\/11\/8.jpg\" alt=\"sim card at guanacaste airport\" class=\"wp-image-3563\" srcset=\"https:\/\/costaricaesim.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/42\/2023\/11\/8.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/costaricaesim.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/42\/2023\/11\/8-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/costaricaesim.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/42\/2023\/11\/8-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/costaricaesim.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/42\/2023\/11\/8-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/costaricaesim.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/42\/2023\/11\/8-510x340.jpg 510w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-rank-math-toc-block\" id=\"rank-math-toc\"><h2>Table of Contents<\/h2><nav><div><div><a href=\"#i-where-to-buy-a-sim-card-at-guanacaste-airport\">I. Where to Buy a SIM Card at Guanacaste Airport<\/a><\/div><div><a href=\"#ii-guanacaste-airport-sim-card-options-and-costs\">II. Guanacaste Airport SIM Card Options and Costs<\/a><\/div><div><a href=\"#iii-what-you-need-to-get-a-sim-card-at-guanacaste-airport\">III. What You Need to Get a SIM Card at Guanacaste Airport<\/a><\/div><div><a href=\"#iv-e-sim-as-an-alternative-to-sim-card-at-guanacaste-airport\">IV. eSIM as an Alternative to SIM Card at Guanacaste Airport<\/a><\/div><div><a href=\"#v-fa-qs-about-getting-a-sim-card-at-guanacaste-airport\">V. FAQs about Getting a SIM Card at Guanacaste Airport<\/a><\/div><div><a href=\"#vi-conclusion\">VI. Conclusion<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/nav><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"i-where-to-buy-a-sim-card-at-guanacaste-airport\">I. Where to Buy a SIM Card at Guanacaste Airport<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There are a few options for purchasing a Costa Rica SIM card at the Guanacaste airport:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"the-airport-kiosks\">1. The Airport Kiosks<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>After passing through customs, there are a couple of small kiosks and shops in the baggage claim area that sell SIM cards from the major providers like Kolbi, Liberty, and Claro. The kiosk attendants usually speak English and can help you choose the right plan. These SIM cards cost around $5-10 for the card and will include some initial data\/minutes. You can then recharge more data when needed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"rental-car-counters\">2. Rental Car Counters<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/costaricaesim.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/42\/2023\/12\/alamo-retal-counters.jpg\" alt=\"Rental Car Counters\" class=\"wp-image-3797\" srcset=\"https:\/\/costaricaesim.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/42\/2023\/12\/alamo-retal-counters.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/costaricaesim.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/42\/2023\/12\/alamo-retal-counters-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/costaricaesim.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/42\/2023\/12\/alamo-retal-counters-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/costaricaesim.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/42\/2023\/12\/alamo-retal-counters-510x383.jpg 510w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>If you booked a rental car, many rental agencies like Budget, Alamo, etc. also sell SIM cards at their counters. They may bundle it with the car rental for convenience. The plans may be basic though.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"supermarkets-near-the-airport\">3. Supermarkets Near the Airport<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>There is a large Automercado supermarket just 5 mins drive from the Guanacaste airport. They have a kiosk selling all the SIM card options. You can taxi\/Uber here after arrival to shop for a SIM card and also stock up on essentials for your trip.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"online-purchase-and-airport-pickup\">4. Online Purchase and Airport Pickup<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Some providers like Kolbi allow you to place an order online ahead of your trip and choose airport pickup. Your activated SIM will be waiting for you upon arrival. This is convenient but you&#8217;ll still have to find their airport desk.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"lazyblock-ggg-custom-block-2cSMJT wp-block-lazyblock-ggg-custom-block\"><div class=\"ggg-custom-shortcode gigago-block-blue\">\n    <div class=\"ggg-shortcode-content\">\n        <p>Get more insights on\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/costaricaesim.com\/airport-sim-card\/\">Buying a SIM card at Costa Rica Airports: #1 Definitive Guide<\/a><\/p>    <\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"ii-guanacaste-airport-sim-card-options-and-costs\">II. Guanacaste Airport SIM Card Options and Costs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are the top SIM card providers at the Guanacaste airport and sample costs:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wpdt-c row wpDataTableContainerSimpleTable wpDataTables wpDataTablesWrapper\n\"\n    >\n        <table id=\"wpdtSimpleTable-7\"\n           style=\"border-collapse:collapse;\n                   border-spacing:0px;\"\n           class=\"wpdtSimpleTable wpDataTable\"\n           data-column=\"5\"\n           data-rows=\"7\"\n           data-wpID=\"7\"\n           data-responsive=\"0\"\n           data-has-header=\"0\">\n\n                    <tbody>        <tr class=\"wpdt-cell-row \" >\n                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell wpdt-bold wpdt-bc-F5F2FB\"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"A1\"\n                    data-col-index=\"0\"\n                    data-row-index=\"0\"\n                    style=\" width:17.482517482517%;                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        Provider                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell wpdt-bold wpdt-bc-F5F2FB\"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"B1\"\n                    data-col-index=\"1\"\n                    data-row-index=\"0\"\n                    style=\" width:26.223776223776%;                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        Plan Name                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell wpdt-bold wpdt-bc-F5F2FB\"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"C1\"\n                    data-col-index=\"2\"\n                    data-row-index=\"0\"\n                    style=\" width:21.328671328671%;                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        Data Allotment                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell wpdt-bold wpdt-bc-F5F2FB\"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"D1\"\n                    data-col-index=\"3\"\n                    data-row-index=\"0\"\n                    style=\" width:17.482517482517%;                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        Duration                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell wpdt-bold wpdt-bc-F5F2FB\"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"E1\"\n                    data-col-index=\"4\"\n                    data-row-index=\"0\"\n                    style=\" width:17.482517482517%;                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        Price in USD                    <\/td>\n                                        <\/tr>\n                            <tr class=\"wpdt-cell-row \" >\n                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"A2\"\n                    data-col-index=\"0\"\n                    data-row-index=\"1\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        k\u00f6lbi (ICE)                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"B2\"\n                    data-col-index=\"1\"\n                    data-row-index=\"1\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        En Todas Plus 10                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"C2\"\n                    data-col-index=\"2\"\n                    data-row-index=\"1\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        500 MB                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"D2\"\n                    data-col-index=\"3\"\n                    data-row-index=\"1\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        10 days                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"E2\"\n                    data-col-index=\"4\"\n                    data-row-index=\"1\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        ~$4                    <\/td>\n                                        <\/tr>\n                            <tr class=\"wpdt-cell-row \" >\n                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"A3\"\n                    data-col-index=\"0\"\n                    data-row-index=\"2\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        k\u00f6lbi (ICE)                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"B3\"\n                    data-col-index=\"1\"\n                    data-row-index=\"2\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        En Todas y m\u00e1s                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"C3\"\n                    data-col-index=\"2\"\n                    data-row-index=\"2\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        2 GB                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"D3\"\n                    data-col-index=\"3\"\n                    data-row-index=\"2\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        30 days                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"E3\"\n                    data-col-index=\"4\"\n                    data-row-index=\"2\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        ~$7                    <\/td>\n                                        <\/tr>\n                            <tr class=\"wpdt-cell-row \" >\n                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"A4\"\n                    data-col-index=\"0\"\n                    data-row-index=\"3\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        Liberty                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"B4\"\n                    data-col-index=\"1\"\n                    data-row-index=\"3\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        PrePlan 15+                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"C4\"\n                    data-col-index=\"2\"\n                    data-row-index=\"3\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        2.3 GB                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"D4\"\n                    data-col-index=\"3\"\n                    data-row-index=\"3\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        15 days                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"E4\"\n                    data-col-index=\"4\"\n                    data-row-index=\"3\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        ~$8                    <\/td>\n                                        <\/tr>\n                            <tr class=\"wpdt-cell-row \" >\n                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"A5\"\n                    data-col-index=\"0\"\n                    data-row-index=\"4\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        Liberty                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"B5\"\n                    data-col-index=\"1\"\n                    data-row-index=\"4\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        PrePlan 15                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"C5\"\n                    data-col-index=\"2\"\n                    data-row-index=\"4\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        1.4 GB                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"D5\"\n                    data-col-index=\"3\"\n                    data-row-index=\"4\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        15 days                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"E5\"\n                    data-col-index=\"4\"\n                    data-row-index=\"4\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        ~$7                    <\/td>\n                                        <\/tr>\n                            <tr class=\"wpdt-cell-row \" >\n                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"A6\"\n                    data-col-index=\"0\"\n                    data-row-index=\"5\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        Claro                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"B6\"\n                    data-col-index=\"1\"\n                    data-row-index=\"5\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        7 days                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"C6\"\n                    data-col-index=\"2\"\n                    data-row-index=\"5\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        3 GB                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"D6\"\n                    data-col-index=\"3\"\n                    data-row-index=\"5\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        7 days                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"E6\"\n                    data-col-index=\"4\"\n                    data-row-index=\"5\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        ~$9                    <\/td>\n                                        <\/tr>\n                            <tr class=\"wpdt-cell-row \" >\n                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"A7\"\n                    data-col-index=\"0\"\n                    data-row-index=\"6\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        Claro                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"B7\"\n                    data-col-index=\"1\"\n                    data-row-index=\"6\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        15 days                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"C7\"\n                    data-col-index=\"2\"\n                    data-row-index=\"6\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        2 GB                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"D7\"\n                    data-col-index=\"3\"\n                    data-row-index=\"6\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        15 days                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"E7\"\n                    data-col-index=\"4\"\n                    data-row-index=\"6\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        ~$7                    <\/td>\n                                        <\/tr>\n                    <\/table>\n<\/div><style id='wpdt-custom-style-7'>\n.wpdt-bc-F5F2FB { background-color: #F5F2FB !important;}\n<\/style>\n\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"iii-what-you-need-to-get-a-sim-card-at-guanacaste-airport\">III. What You Need to Get a SIM Card at Guanacaste Airport<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/costaricaesim.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/42\/2024\/05\/Daniel-Oduber-Quiros-International-Airport-LIR-in-Liberia-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Daniel Oduber Quiros International Airport (LIR) in Liberia\" class=\"wp-image-4028\" srcset=\"https:\/\/costaricaesim.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/42\/2024\/05\/Daniel-Oduber-Quiros-International-Airport-LIR-in-Liberia-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/costaricaesim.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/42\/2024\/05\/Daniel-Oduber-Quiros-International-Airport-LIR-in-Liberia-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/costaricaesim.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/42\/2024\/05\/Daniel-Oduber-Quiros-International-Airport-LIR-in-Liberia-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/costaricaesim.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/42\/2024\/05\/Daniel-Oduber-Quiros-International-Airport-LIR-in-Liberia-510x340.jpg 510w, https:\/\/costaricaesim.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/42\/2024\/05\/Daniel-Oduber-Quiros-International-Airport-LIR-in-Liberia.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Daniel Oduber Quiros International Airport (LIR) in Liberia. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.guanacasteairport.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.guanacasteairport.com\/\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Source<\/a><\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Purchasing and activating a SIM card at the Guanacaste airport is quick and easy. Here&#8217;s what you&#8217;ll need:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Passport:<\/strong> Your original passport is required to register and activate SIM cards in Costa Rica. Photocopies are not accepted.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>TOLSA Airport Departure Tax Receipt:<\/strong> There is a $29 airport tax when leaving Costa Rica. Keep this receipt handy, as the SIM card kiosks may ask to see it.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Payment Method:<\/strong> SIM cards can be paid in cash (USD or colones) or credit card. Confirm the payment options before purchasing.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Compatible Unlocked Phone:<\/strong> Your phone must be unlocked for use on Costa Rica&#8217;s networks. CDMA phones (from Sprint, Verizon) will not work. Confirm your phone has a SIM slot.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Activation Wait Time:<\/strong> SIM activation may take 15-60 minutes after inserting so be patient! Temporarily connect to airport WiFi.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"iv-e-sim-as-an-alternative-to-sim-card-at-guanacaste-airport\">IV. eSIM as an Alternative to SIM Card at Guanacaste Airport<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If your phone has eSIM capability, this digital SIM option lets you activate service over WiFi without a physical SIM card. Some top providers include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Airalo:<\/strong> Global eSIM service with unlimited data packages for Costa Rica. Can activate right at the airport over WiFi.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Google Fi:<\/strong> U.S.-based eSIM provider with unlimited calls and data packages. Works in Costa Rica.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>AlwaysOnline Wireless:<\/strong> eSIM provider focused on travel with short term data packages. Reasonably priced.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"lazyblock-ggg-custom-block-1Cwr1D wp-block-lazyblock-ggg-custom-block\"><div class=\"ggg-custom-shortcode gigago-block-red\">\n    <div class=\"ggg-shortcode-content\">\n        <p>The benefit of eSIM is convenience since you don't have to source a physical SIM card. Just connect to WiFi at the airport and activate! The downside is eSIM pricing can be higher than local SIMs.<\/p>    <\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<p>A more convenient option for travelers visiting Costa Rica is to purchase an eSIM plan from costoricaesim.com. They are Costa Rica\u2019s top eSIM service provider powered by GIGAGO networks. Affordable data packages are available on fast and reliable networks without long-term contracts or deposits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\" id=\"plan-that-may-interest-you\">Plan that may interest you<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"lazyblock-cta-show-product-1tkOSi wp-block-lazyblock-cta-show-product\"><div class=\"cta-show-products mb-6\">\n    <div class=\"row vnb-esim-rows\" data-elementor-columns=\"3\" data-elementor-columns-tablet=\"2\" data-elementor-columns-mobile=\"1\">\n                                                <div class=\"column-item\">\n                    <div class=\"vnb-cta-show-product-item\">\n                        <div class=\"product-info\">\n                            <div class=\"product-transition\">\n                                <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/costaricaesim.com\/vnb-data\/media\/flag\/cr.png';\" alt=\"Costa Rica eSIM 7 Days Plan\">\n                            <\/div>\n                            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Simply scan this on your compatible device to instantly connect to GIGAGO\u2019s high-speed 4G\/5G network in Costa Rica. No need for the hassle of changing physical SIM cards. Just download and you\u2019re good to go. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"v-fa-qs-about-getting-a-sim-card-at-guanacaste-airport\">V. FAQs about Getting a SIM Card at Guanacaste Airport<\/h2>\n\n\n<div id=\"rank-math-faq\" class=\"rank-math-block\">\n<div class=\"rank-math-list \">\n<div id=\"faq-question-1700465286945\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">What network has best coverage in Guanacaste region?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Kolbi by the ICE telecom has the widest coverage and fastest speeds, especially away from major tourist zones. Liberty or Claro can work too but may have gaps.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1700465290376\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">How can I pay for the SIM card?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>You can pay by cash (USD or colones) or credit card at airport kiosks. Rental car desks likely require credit card payment. Know your payment options beforehand.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1700465299505\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">Do I need identification to buy a SIM card?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Yes, you need to show your valid passport to register any SIM card in Costa Rica. Photocopies are not accepted according to regulations.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1700465313348\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">How long does activation take after getting the SIM?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Allow 15-60 mins after inserting the new SIM card for activation. Temporarily connect to WiFi and be patient during this time before using mobile data.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1700465320831\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">Can I use eSIM instead of physical SIM in Guanacaste?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Many newer phones have eSIM capability. Top option is <a href=\"https:\/\/costaricaesim.com\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"17\">costaricaesim.com<\/a>&#8216;s eSIM data packages to use right upon arrival.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"vi-conclusion\">VI. 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