Get a Costa Rica Visa
Visa Application Requirements for an Costa Rica Tourist Visa
Visa Exempt
A visa is not required for this destination for a stay of up to 90 days. Please keep in mind that while a visa is not required, you must:
- Hold a passport valid at least six months on entry with one blank visa page
- Hold proof of onward/return flights.
- Hold all documents required for the next destination.
- Hold proof of sufficient funds relative to your intended length of stay.
- Confirm with their airline that boarding will be permitted without a visa
Visa Application Requirements for an Costa Rica Business Visa
Visa Exempt
A visa is not required for this destination for a stay of up to 90 days. Please keep in mind that while a visa is not required, you must:
- Hold a passport valid at least six months on entry with one blank visa page
- Hold proof of onward/return flights.
- Hold all documents required for the next destination.
- Hold proof of sufficient funds relative to your intended length of stay.
- Confirm with their airline that boarding will be permitted without a visa
Costa Rica Visa FAQ
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When is the best time to apply for my Costa Rica visa?
The best time to apply for your Costa Rica visa is 1-2 months before your travel date. -
Do I have to send you my passport to get a Costa Rica visa? Is it safe to send a passport?
You will need to send your actual passport, not a copy of it. The Costa Rica visa is stamped on your passport and will become one of your passport pages. Visa requests cannot be processed without your original passport. Because of the importance of your passport, we strongly suggest that you send your application and passport to VisaCentral in a secure way, using a traceable courier such as FedEx, UPS, Express Mail or Certified Mail.