The Central Bank of Costa Rica (BCCR) published a series of recommendations and updates regarding digital financial services and interest rates through its official Twitter account in early February 2026.
On February 9, BCCR reminded users that “Los montos máximos de SINPE Móvil pueden ser ajustados desde las plataformas digitales de tu entidad financiera. Hacerlo te permite tener mayor control y seguridad en cada transferencia.” The tweet highlighted the importance of adjusting transaction limits within the SINPE Móvil system to enhance user control and security when making transfers.
Two days later, on February 11, BCCR emphasized the need for vigilance in monitoring bank transactions. In its post, the institution stated: “Verifique que el dinero enviado por medio de los canales y notificaciones de su entidad aparezca en los movimientos de su cuenta bancaria, así sabrá que su dinero se registró correctamente. Un solo segundo de atención puede evitar errores, prevenir fraudes y proteger su dinero.” This advice aims to help customers prevent errors and fraud by carefully reviewing their banking activity.
Later that same day, BCCR shared information about current reference interest rates. The tweet read: “Estos son los valores de la Tasa Básica Pasiva (TBP) y de la Tasa Efectiva en Dólares (TED) que regirán a partir de este jueves 12 de febrero del 2026. Consúltelos en: TBP: https://t.co/PlyEc4YSDm TED: https://t.co/GwtIJMaxYc” The announcement provided links for users to access detailed information about these rates.
SINPE Móvil is an electronic payment platform widely used in Costa Rica for real-time fund transfers between individuals and businesses. BCCR regularly publishes updates on key financial indicators such as the Tasa Básica Pasiva (TBP) and the Tasa Efectiva en Dólares (TED), which serve as important benchmarks for lending and deposit products across the country’s banking sector.
