Group 4 - Restricted Visa Required
Embassy required
- Maximum stay
- 30 days
- Processing time
- Minimum 90 days
- Fee
- Varies by consulate
- Validity
- Up to 90 days total
- Entry
- Single entry
Requires approval from the Commission of Restricted Visas at the Directorate of Immigration in Costa Rica. Must be applied at least 90 days before expected travel.
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: Restricted 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 restricted visa application at nearest Costa Rican embassy or consulate with completed application form, passport, passport photos, application letter, and all supporting documents translated to Spanish.
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Processing wait
Application forwarded to General Office of Migration in Costa Rica for approval by Commission of Restricted Visas. Processing takes minimum 90 days after documents sent to Costa Rica.
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Fee payment
Pay visa fee after approval as specified by the consulate.
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Visa collection
Receive restricted visa if approved.