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Costa Rica visa requirements by passport

95 passports can enter Costa Rica visa-free or with a visa on arrival, 0 need an online ETA or e-Visa, and 103 need a visa issued before travel.

MRBy Muddassar Raza, Visa and Trips / MERN SolutionsLast updated

Capital
San José
Currency
Costa Rican colón (CRC)
Languages
Spanish
Region
Central America

Visa-free (95 passports)

No visa needed for a tourist visit. Bring a valid passport, onward ticket and proof of funds.

Embassy visa required (103 passports)

A visa must be issued before travel, usually via an embassy, consulate or visa center.

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