Costa Rica Guide: Visas & Permits
Which documents do you need when going to Costa Rica? What are the regulations on visas and residence permits? Our legal guide will help you understand the paperwork you need to complete before moving to Costa Rica.-
Visa Requirements Which papers do you need to enter Costa Rica?
The required paperwork to enter Costa Rica depends on the purpose of your visit and your nationality. more » -
Short-Term Visas Requirements and application procedure
A short-term stays is considered to be up to 90 days. The travel purposes dealt with in this section are tourism, short-term business visits and multiple entry visas. more » -
Temporary residence visa Up to one year
The visas that fall under Temporary Residency are temporary work visas and student visas. more » -
Permanent Visas Requirements and application procedures
Residency applications are governed by the Costa Rican Department of Immigration. Applications should in general be filed at the Costa Rican Consulate or Embassy in your country of residence. more »