Costa Rica visa requirements
What holders of a United Kingdom passport need to enter Costa Rica. Informational only — always confirm with the Costa Rica embassy before booking.
- mandatory proof of minimum funds
- mandatory proof of return or onward ticket from Costa Rica
- passport valid for at least 1 day from the time of entry
You don't need a visa for Costa Rica if you have a United States passport.
No advisory on file — check your government's foreign travel page.
You may need prescription medication for Malaria and Travelers Diarrhea
You may need prescription medication for Malaria and Travelers Diarrhea.
- • Passport valid at least 6 months beyond travel
- • 2 blank passport pages
- • Return / onward ticket required
- • Proof of sufficient funds (bank statements)
Mandatory proof of minimum funds. Mandatory proof of return or onward ticket from Costa Rica. Travelers require a passport valid for at least 1 day from the time of entry.
Informational only. Rules change frequently — always confirm with the destination's embassy, airline, and your government's advisory before you travel.