Costa Rica
General visa requirements for travelling to Costa Rica. These policies apply to all nationalities unless a country-specific policy exists.
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Diplomatic visa (Diplomatic & Official Passport Holders - Exempt Countries)
Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026
Visa free
- Maximum stay
- 90 days
- Processing time
- N/A - entry stamp upon arrival
- Fee
- Free
- Validity
- Up to 90 days unless otherwise specified
- Entry
- Single entry
Valid diplomatic, service, or official passport required.
Eligibility
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Nationality
Valid diplomatic or service/official passport required. Specific duration varies by country: Barbados, China, Cuba, Morocco: 30 days; Singapore: 180 days; others: 90 days.
Diplomatic visa (Diplomatic Visa Required)
Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026
Embassy required
- Processing time
- Varies - processed through diplomatic channels
- Fee
- Free
- Entry
- Single entry
Recommend contacting Costa Rican embassy or Ministry of Foreign Affairs for specific requirements.
Eligibility
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Nationality
Valid diplomatic or official passport required. Official correspondence and documentation supporting diplomatic purpose required.
Documents you need
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Cover letter
Explain the purpose of travel, travel dates, who will pay, and why you will leave before the visa or permission expires.
How to apply
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Document submission
Submit diplomatic visa application through official channels with application letter, diplomatic passport, official documentation, and passport photocopies.
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Processing wait
Application processed through diplomatic channels. Processing time varies.
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Visa collection
Receive diplomatic visa if approved.