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Business internet reaches rural Costa Rica through new Starlink deal

Brandon Richards
Brandon Richards ·
Verified · 4 sources· Updated May 12, 2026
Business internet reaches rural Costa Rica through new Starlink deal

What the reseller deal covers

Liberty Empresas now has authorization to resell Starlink business internet in rural and remote parts of Costa Rica. The service uses low-Earth orbit satellites to give companies a steadier connection where fixed-line internet has been weak or unavailable, according to Liberty and Starlink.

The rollout builds on Starlink’s Costa Rica presence since 2023 and follows earlier telecom partnerships in the country. A separate mobile direct-to-device service through Liberty is also set to reach users in the second half of 2026, though that plan is aimed at phones rather than dedicated business kits.

Who stands to use it

The offer is aimed first at businesses outside major population centers, including operations in mountains, beach towns and other hard-to-wire areas. That includes remote employers, small firms and expats running companies from places that have often lacked stable high-speed service.

Digital nomads could feel the benefit too, especially in areas where dependable internet has been the main constraint on working long-term outside cities. The change matters most for people who need a fixed installation and a clear sky view for the Starlink kit.

What companies need to know

Business plans start at about $65 a month for lower-data tiers, with higher options reaching $165 a month or more. Hardware can cost roughly $349 to $2,500, depending on the plan. Firms can go through Liberty Empresas for resale or set up service directly through Starlink’s app.

Costa Rica has approved Starlink operations since 2023 and the new reseller channel gives companies another way to get connected in places traditional broadband still misses. Read our full Costa Rica guide for the complete picture and check nomad news for more updates.

Frequently asked questions

Where is Starlink business internet now available in Costa Rica?
It is available through Liberty Empresas in rural and remote parts of Costa Rica. The service is aimed at places where traditional broadband still misses.
Who is the new Starlink business service for in Costa Rica?
It is aimed first at businesses outside major population centers, including operations in mountains, beach towns and other hard-to-wire areas. That includes remote employers, small firms and expats running companies from those areas.
How much does Starlink business internet cost in Costa Rica?
Business plans start at about $65 a month for lower-data tiers, with higher options reaching $165 a month or more. Hardware can cost roughly $349 to $2,500, depending on the plan.
Can digital nomads use Starlink business internet in rural Costa Rica?
Yes, digital nomads could benefit from it, especially where dependable internet has been the main barrier to working long-term outside cities. The change matters most for people who need a fixed installation and a clear sky view for the kit.
Do companies need to go through Liberty Empresas to get Starlink in Costa Rica?
No, companies can go through Liberty Empresas for resale or set up service directly through Starlink’s app. Liberty Empresas now has authorization to resell the business internet service.

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