Costa Rica•North AmericaVaries
Free
3 months
Renewable
Renewal
Renewable
Family
Dependents allowed
PR Pathway
None
Sponsor
No job offer needed
Work
Remote not required
Short-term entry visa for tourism, allowing 30 to 90 days depending on nationality, with no work authorization.
The Costa Rica Tourist Visa is designed for foreign nationals without visa-exempt status who wish to visit for leisure and short-term tourism. Costa Rica is renowned for its biodiversity, volcanic landscapes, and pristine beaches, offering the unique 'Pura Vida' lifestyle while maintaining strict immigration compliance.
Applicants must demonstrate sufficient financial resources and provide proof of a return or onward travel ticket. Processing time varies by consulate; applications are submitted directly to the nearest Costa Rican consulate. The visa grants up to 90 days initially and is renewable, allowing visitors to extend stays. Work authorization is not permitted.
This visa is ideal for leisure travelers from visa-required nations seeking to explore Costa Rica's natural wonders for 30 to 90 days without working locally.
| Initial grant | 3 months |
Valid passport with at least 6 months of remaining validity
Proof of onward travel (return ticket or ticket to a third country)
Proof of sufficient financial means to cover the stay
Clean criminal record (if applicable)
No intention to engage in local remunerated employment
Yellow fever vaccination certificate (if arriving from specific high-risk countries)
Original passport
Completed visa application form
Recent passport-sized photograph
Proof of accommodation (e.g., hotel reservation)
Proof of financial solvency (e.g., bank statements)
Return or onward travel ticket
Consular authentication and Spanish translation for specific documents if required
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