What countries do not need visa to enter Costa Rica?

Passport-carrying nationals from many countries, including Argentina, Australia, Brazil, Canada, Chile, Ireland, Israel, Japan, Mexico, New Zealand, Panama, South Africa, UAE, USA and most of the EU, are allowed to visit for up to 90 days without a visa.



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1. US nationals do not require an entry visa to Costa Rica. However, they must have a current valid passport and a return ticket to exit Costa Rica within 90 days. (Either to return to your country or to go to another country).

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Where Can US Passport Holders Travel Without a Visa?
  • Albania.
  • American Samoa.
  • Andorra.
  • Anguilla.
  • Antigua and Barbuda.
  • Argentina.
  • Armenia.
  • Aruba.


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Your luggage will be scanned and in some cases hand searched. Please be aware you may not bring plants, seeds, vegetables, or fruits into Costa Rica. 4. Exit the building and you will see your driver with a sign with your name and our Logo.

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Although some places in Mexico are getting more expensive (Cancun and Tulum), generally speaking, it is much easier to travel Mexico on a budget. Is Mexico or Costa Rica safer? Costa Rica is considered to be safer than Mexico, with lower crime rates and political stability.

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Arrival to Costa Rica: Customs Service & What to Declare The form asks you to declare everything you are bringing into the country that is not part of your personal effects. If you receive a copy of this form, you may list one line, “gifts” with a value of max $300.

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It may be issued on the spot or within two days.
  • Note: Emergency U.S. passports are not valid for travel through many countries, including France, Belgium, Holland and the Arab Emirates. ...
  • Please note: a prepaid postage label is required even though you will be picking up your passport.


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If you're wondering “Is Costa Rica expensive?”, the answer is yes and no. Compared to other Central American countries like Nicaragua or El Salvador, Costa Rica is generally more on the expensive side. It's pretty well-developed and has a thriving tourism industry, so things do cost more.

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The best time to visit Costa Rica is between December and April, when the weather is at its driest and brightest. We'd also recommend traveling in the country's green season, from May to June or in November. This is when you catch the seasons in transition, and the national parks are quieter.

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Does Costa Rica take US dollars? The Costa Rica Colon is preferred, but US dollars are widely accepted. We recommend traveling with small denominations of US dollars for tipping purposes. Generally, bills larger than $20 are not accepted.

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Tap water in Costa Rica is generally clean and safe to drink. In some areas of the country, though, mainly on the Caribbean side and in non-touristy pockets around the country, it's best to stick to bottled water.

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Most restaurants will indicate impuestos incluidos (“taxes included”) somewhere on the bottom of their menus. You're free to add something extra if you think it's warranted, but if you calculate your tip as a percentage of the entire bill, you'll be tipping on the 23% already added for taxes and service.

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For a one week Costa Rica trip, I recommend to bring around $300 dollars in US dollars cash per person to begin with. Then, exchange about $100 USD to Costa Rican colones when you first arrive at the bank or supermarket.

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Safest places to visit in Costa Rica:
  • Manuel Antonio.
  • Monteverde.
  • Guanacaste, Costa Rica.
  • Dota, Savegre Valley, Costa Rica.
  • Puerto Jiménez, Drake Bay, Corcovado, Costa Rica.
  • Tortuguero.
  • Arenal Volcano & surrounding areas.


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The safest places to stay in Costa Rica are:
  • Drake Bay – a good family destination.
  • Tamarindo – great for an all-encompassing beach experience.
  • Puerto Viejo – a romantic destination.
  • Liberia – near the wonderful Nicoya peninsula.
  • Jaco* – rich in expat communities (see notes)


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