Send money to Costa Rica via
WhatsApp
- No app needed, just WhatsApp
- Pay with a card online or with cash at a physical store
- Your recipient gets the money in seconds, 24/7
Why Félix?
Send money from the U.S. to Costa Rica in just 3 steps
1
Start a chat with Félix via WhatsApp.
There is no need to download any apps, and it is easier to use than any other service. Just send a message to our WhatsApp number.
2
Provide a few details about the transfer.
Enter the amount in U.S. dollars you want to send, the name of the beneficiary in Costa Rica, and the payment method you will use.
3
Pay and you're done! Your money will be sent instantly.
The beneficiary receives the money immediately in their bank account, or by the next day for cash pickup at any of our partner locations in Costa Rica.
How much does it cost to send money to Costa Rica?
Fees for our money transfers to Costa Rica
Transfers to bank
accounts in Costa Rica
From
$2.99 USD
Cash transfers to
stores in Costa Rica
From
$4.98 USD
Pay a small fee
To send money from USD to any bank account in Costa Rica, you pay a small fee starting at $2.99 USD.
You will always be able to see the cost before you transfer.
The fee depends on the type of transfer
If you choose to send money to a store in Costa Rica for your beneficiary to pick up in cash, the fee starts at $4.98 USD.
All our partners have the same cost.
Zero hidden fees
There are no hidden fees before or after the transaction. Your recipient gets exactly what you send, and it's cheaper than any other alternative.
How long does a transfer to Costa Rica take?
The time depends on the country you are sending money to. A money transfer from the U.S. (USD) to a bank account in Costa Rica (CRC) arrives in 30 minutes (on average).
Transfers are generally available for your beneficiary to pick up within 30 minutes.
From

Estimated arrival
The Sergeant recommends it
Over 300,000 Latino migrants use Félix to send money home from the United States
FAQs
How does Félix work on WhatsApp?
You just need to answer the questions Félix asks in the chat. 📲
• How much money you want to send.
• Who you are sending it to and how they should receive it (bank deposit or cash pickup).
• Once you provide all the information, you will receive a link to complete your payment, and you'll have your receipt in minutes. 🧾
There is no need to create an account or download an app. Just message us whenever you need to send money. 💸
What payment methods can I use with Félix to send money from the United States to Costa Rica?
We accept debit cards, credit cards, and cash (in some states). Once you confirm your transfer details, you will receive a secure payment link.
After you complete your payment, you will receive your transaction receipt via WhatsApp to easily share with your recipient.
What information do I need from the recipient in Costa Rica? (beneficiary)
• The recipient's full name.
• When picking up cash at a location, they will only need to present a valid government-issued ID.
Where else can I send money with Félix?
In addition to Costa Rica, you can also send money to bank accounts and thousands of locations in other Latin American countries.








































