Costa Rica eVisa & Travel Information (2025)

Introduction: Costa Rica admits many nationals visa‑free and has residence options for pensioners and rentistas. San José (SJO) and Liberia (LIR) are the m

Introduction

Costa Rica admits many nationals visa‑free and has residence options for pensioners and rentistas. San José (SJO) and Liberia (LIR) are the main hubs.

Tourist

Many nationalities are visa‑exempt for up to 90 days; others must apply for a visa. Some exemptions depend on holding valid US/Schengen/UK visas.

Business

Short business may be allowed as a visitor; otherwise, obtain a specific visa/residence.

Student

Student residence is available with institutional acceptance.

Retirement/Long‑stay: Pensionado requires USD 1,000+/month pension; Rentista requires USD 2,500/month income or a qualifying deposit.

Retirement/Long‑stay

Pensionado requires USD 1,000+/month pension; Rentista requires USD 2,500/month income or a qualifying deposit.

Transit

Airside transit is commonly visa‑free for many nationalities.

e‑Arrival/Arrival Card: None currently in force.

e‑Arrival/Arrival Card

None currently in force.

Dirección General de Migración: https://migracion.go.cr

Eligibility

Visa‑free includes many EU/UK, North American and regional passports. See the official migration site for the category list by nationality.

Always verify current visa rules on official government sites before travel.