Turista — Tourist Visa (Visa de Turismo)

Tourist

At a Glance

Processing Time

Varies

Estimated Cost

Not confirmed

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Stay Duration

3 months

Renewable

Renewal

Renewable

Family

Not specified

PR Pathway

None

Sponsor

No job offer needed

Work

Remote not required

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Overview

Short-term entry visa for tourism, allowing 30 to 90 days depending on nationality, with no work authorization.

The Costa Rica Tourist Visa is designed for foreign nationals without visa-exempt status who wish to visit for leisure and short-term tourism. Costa Rica is renowned for its biodiversity, volcanic landscapes, and pristine beaches, offering the unique 'Pura Vida' lifestyle while maintaining strict immigration compliance.

Applicants must demonstrate sufficient financial resources and provide proof of a return or onward travel ticket. Processing time varies by consulate; applications are submitted directly to the nearest Costa Rican consulate. The visa grants up to 90 days initially and is renewable, allowing visitors to extend stays. Work authorization is not permitted.

This visa is ideal for leisure travelers from visa-required nations seeking to explore Costa Rica's natural wonders for 30 to 90 days without working locally.

Stay & Extensions

Initial grant

3 months

Requirements

PUBLISHED REQUIREMENTS

Valid passport with at least 6 months of remaining validity

Proof of onward travel (return ticket or ticket to a third country)

Proof of sufficient financial means to cover the stay

Clean criminal record (if applicable)

No intention to engage in local remunerated employment

Yellow fever vaccination certificate (if arriving from specific high-risk countries)

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Original passport

Completed visa application form

Recent passport-sized photograph

Proof of accommodation (e.g., hotel reservation)

Proof of financial solvency (e.g., bank statements)

Return or onward travel ticket

Consular authentication and Spanish translation for specific documents if required

Advantages & Considerations

Key Benefits

Up to 90 days per stay for tourism
Visa is renewable — reapply for additional 90-day stays
Straightforward application process at Costa Rican consulate
Yellow fever vaccination required only for travelers from specific high-risk countries
Low application fees depending on nationality
Access to major biodiversity hotspot with world-class natural attractions
No minimum income or financial threshold beyond proof of solvency