Send Money to Cuba from Costa Rica
From Costa Rica you can send money to MLC bank accounts, top up cards or send cash to Cuba — or load the BANDEC Tropical card in dollars. Pay by credit card.
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Ways to send money to Cuba from Costa Rica
With Fonmoney Cuba you can send money to Cuba from Costa Rica directly online. Everything is handled on the web, with no branches and no middlemen.
| Service | Description |
|---|---|
| MLC bank transfer | Send to an MLC account at BPA, BANDEC or Banco Metropolitano |
| MLC card | Top up an existing MLC card |
| Cash to the door | Your recipient gets dollars in hand within a few days |
| BANDEC Tropical card | Anonymous prepaid card in USD, valid 5 years and accepted at POS terminals across Cuba |
How do you send money to Cuba from Costa Rica?
- 1Register — Create your account with your email address.
- 2Choose how you want to send — Select the product you need. Each option reaches your recipient in Cuba directly.
- 3Confirm and pay — Enter the recipient details, pay by credit card, and your transfer to Cuba from Costa Rica is on its way.
Want to top up a relative's phone in Cuba too? Fonmoney Cuba also offers Cubacel top-ups.
From Costa Rica to Cuba, simple and transparent
Pay by credit card, and your recipient in Cuba gets the money in their MLC account, on their card or as cash to the door. Fonmoney Cuba handles transfers to Cuba from Costa Rica transparently: you see the final amount before you confirm, and you get an email confirmation as soon as the transfer goes out.
Security and transparency
Every transaction travels over an encrypted connection. Your card details and your recipient's stay protected.
What you confirm is what your family receives in Cuba. 4.3 · 3,942 reviews on Trustpilot confirm it.
Transfers to Cuba from Costa Rica with Fonmoney Cuba are handled entirely online: choose the service, pay by credit card, and your family in Cuba receives it in MLC, in USD or as Cubacel balance. MLC transfers: 5–7 business days. Cash to the door: 2–5 days. Cubacel top-ups: instant.
Looking for a dollar card for your family in Cuba? See the BANDEC Tropical card on our BANDEC Tropical card page.
Other sending countries
Besides Costa Rica, Fonmoney accepts transfers from more than 60 countries. See the full list of sending countries or the step-by-step guide.
Frequently asked questions about sending money to Cuba from Costa Rica
▸ Can I send money to an MLC card from Costa Rica?
Yes. With Fonmoney Cuba you can top up an existing MLC card or send to an MLC account at BPA, BANDEC or Banco Metropolitano.
▸ How long does a transfer from Costa Rica take?
MLC transfers take 5 to 7 business days. Cash arrives in 2 to 5 days. Cubacel top-ups are instant.
▸ What payment methods can I use from Costa Rica?
You can pay by credit card. For Cubacel top-ups, credit card is also accepted.
▸ What currency does my recipient in Cuba get?
MLC for bank transfers and MLC cards, USD for cash to the door, or CUP as Cubacel balance.
▸ Is it safe to send money to Cuba with Fonmoney from Costa Rica?
Yes. Fonmoney Cuba has handled transfers to Cuba for years. Every transaction runs over an encrypted connection, and more than 3,942 Trustpilot reviews back the service.
▸ Do I need to register?
For bank transfers to Cuba from Costa Rica and cards you need to create an account. Cubacel top-ups don't require registration.
▸ Can I top up the BANDEC Tropical card from Costa Rica?
Yes. With Fonmoney Cuba you can top up the BANDEC Tropical card from Costa Rica: an anonymous prepaid card in dollars (USD), valid 5 years and accepted at POS terminals across Cuba. The recipient needs no ID to use the balance.
What our customers say
"I sent money to my sister's MLC account in Havana from San José. It arrived in six days — exactly the amount I paid, no surprises."
Andrea V.
San José, Costa Rica · ★★★★★
"I send from Alajuela every month by credit card. Cash reached my mother in Santiago in a few days, no complications."
Diego R.
Alajuela, Costa Rica · ★★★★★
"I topped up my father's MLC card from Heredia. The balance was available within days and everything was clear from the start."
Paola C.
Heredia, Costa Rica · ★★★★☆
★★★★☆ More than 3,942 Trustpilot reviews back the trust in Fonmoney Cuba.
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