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Costa Rica Visa Policy Snapshot
Costa Rica entry rules at a glance. Open access options cover 186+ passport groups. Visa-free examples include Andorra, Antigua And Barbuda, Argentina, Australia, Austria.
Visa-free entry
No visa needed
Travel to Costa Rica without a visa for short visits. See supported passports.
+93 countries
Visa on arrival
Pay at the border
Obtain your visa on arrival in Costa Rica. Check eligible passports and notes.
Short-stay entry
Entry for brief visits
Costa Rica permits short-stay access for select passports. Duration varies by country.
+93 countries
e-Visa
Apply online
Apply digitally for Costa Rica before you travel. Review eligible passports.
Restricted entry
Extra checks
Costa Rica applies restrictions to some passports. Check requirements and exceptions.