Passport/Visa | Passport Required? | Visa Required? | Return Ticket Required? |
| British | Yes | No/1 | Yes |
| Australian | Yes | No/2 | Yes |
| Canadian | Yes | No/1 | Yes |
| USA | Yes | No/1 | Yes |
| Other EU | Yes | No/1/2 | Yes |
Passport Note(a) Nationals listed
above must obtain an exit visa from the Immigration Department in San José at least three weeks before leaving Costa Rica. Those who stay for less than 30 days are exempt if in possession of a disembarkation card.
PassportsPassport valid for at least 30 days after arrival or for the length of stay, whichever is greater.
VisasNot required by all nationals referred to in the chart above except:
(a)
1. nationals of Australia, Austria, Belgium, Canada, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, The Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovak Republic, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, UK and USA for stays of over 90 days;
(b)
2. nationals of Bulgaria and Ireland for stays of over 30 days.
Note: Nationals not referred to in the chart above are advised to contact the embassy to check visa requirements (see
General Info).
Visa NoteThe immigration authorities are strict about detaining foreigners who are undocumented or tourists who have overstayed.
WarningMost visits to Costa Rica are trouble-free but you should be aware of the global risk of indiscriminate international terrorist attacks, which could be against civilian targets, including places frequented by foreigners.
Incidents of violent crime, some targeted at tourists, are on the increase.
The rainy season in Costa Rica normally runs from May to November, coinciding with the hurricane season in the Caribbean.
This advice is based on information provided by the Foreign and Commonwealth Office in the UK. It is correct at time of publishing. As the situation can change rapidly, visitors are advised to contact the following organizations for the latest travel advice:
British Foreign and Commonwealth Office Tel: 0845 850 2829.
Website:
www.fco.gov.uk US Department of State Website:
http://travel.state.gov/travel Health | Special Precautions | Certificate Required? |
| Diphtheria | Sometimes | |
| Hepatitis A | Yes | |
| Malaria | Sometimes | |
| Rabies | Sometimes | |
| Tetanus | Yes | |
| Typhoid | Yes | |
| Yellow Fever | No | |
Health CareHealth insurance is recommended. Reliable medical services are available. Standards of health and hygiene are among the best in Latin America, although public facilities may not come up to par with developed countries.
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