Passport/Visa Requirements
Australian and New Zealand citizens: A valid passport, good for at least six months from the date of entry, is required for stays of up to 30 days.
Canadian citizens: Canadians traveling with a valid passport will receive a free visa at the border for visits of up to 90 days. Without a valid passport, Canadian travelers need proof of identity, along with a photograph; entry with these documents requires the purchase of a tourist card. Tourist cards are available from any Costa Rican embassy or consulate or from your airline on the day of departure.
EU citizens: A valid passport is required for stays of up to 90 days, except for nationals of France, who may stay for only 30 days. Nationals of Greece and Ireland may also stay for only 30 days, and they are required to have a tourist visa.
Japanese citizens: A valid passport, good for at least six months from the date of entry, is required for stays of up to 90 days
U.S. citizens: Citizens of the U.S. traveling with a valid passport will receive a free visa for visits of up to 90 days. Without a valid passport, U.S. citizens need proof of identity (such as an original birth certificate) along with a photograph for visits of up to 90 days; entry with these documents requires the purchase of a tourist card. Tourist cards are available from any Costa Rican embassy or consulate or from your airline on the day of departure.
Others: The requirements for nationals not listed in the categories above vary. At minimum, you will need a valid passport good for at least six months from the anticipated date of entry. Check with the nearest Costa Rican embassy or consulate for further details.
