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Phone & Internet
- ▸Kölbi (ICE) is the state-owned operator with the widest nationwide coverage.
- ▸Movistar and Claro are private competitors with good urban coverage.
- ▸Prepaid SIM cards from Kölbi cost around ₡1,000 and data plans start at ₡5,000–10,000/month.
- ▸Costa Rica has good 4G coverage in urban areas — fiber internet is available in many neighborhoods.
- ▸Free Wi-Fi is available at public libraries, MINAE parks, and many cafes.
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