Group 3 - Consular Visa Required
Embassy required
- Maximum stay
- 30 days
- Processing time
- 30 calendar days
- Fee
- Varies by consulate
- Validity
- 30 days, extendable
- Entry
- Single entry
All documents must be translated into Spanish and legalized at Costa Rica consulate.
Eligibility
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Financial
Proof of economic means - minimum of US$100.00 per month or partial month of legal stay.
Minimum funds: $100 USD per month
Documents you need
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Passport
Blank pages required: 2; Validity months: 6
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Flight reservation
Provide flight booking or itinerary evidence when the route asks for travel plans.
Must be confirmed: Yes; Must show return: Yes
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Application form
Use the official application form for this route and complete all required fields.
Form name: Visa application form
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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 complete visa application form, passport photocopies of all pages, application letter directed to Costa Rica consulate, and all supporting documents translated into Spanish and legalized at Costa Rica consulate.
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Processing wait
Application processed by consular authorities. Wait up to 30 calendar days for processing.
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Fee payment
Pay visa fee after approval as specified by the consulate.
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Visa collection
Receive visa if approved.