Hold US dollars in Costa Rica
Keep your savings in USD instead of Costa Rican Colóns, and protect what you earn from local currency swings. Your money stays accessible in the UniFi app, anytime.
Send money across borders in seconds
Send money internationally from Costa Rica with great exchange rates and no hidden fees, and share accounts with family wherever they live.
A Visa card for your USD balance
Get physical and virtual UniFi Visa cards in Costa Rica and spend your USD balance in stores, online, and at ATMs.
Banking with UniFi in Costa Rica: FAQs
Can I open a UniFi account in Costa Rica?
Yes. Residents of Costa Rica can open a UniFi USD account from the UniFi app — no US bank account or US address required.
Can I hold US dollars in Costa Rica?
Yes. Your UniFi account holds US dollars, protecting your savings from local currency volatility while you live in Costa Rica.
Can I send and receive money internationally from Costa Rica?
Yes. UniFi lets you send money internationally in seconds and share accounts with family across borders, all from one USD account.
Can I get a debit card with my UniFi account in Costa Rica?
Yes. UniFi offers physical and virtual Visa debit cards in Costa Rica, linked directly to your USD account, and usable anywhere Visa is accepted.