Medical visa · Virgin Islands (U.S.) to Costa Rica

Medical Treatment Visa

Embassy required

• Processing time: 30 calendar days (Group 3) or 90+ days (Group 4)
• Fee: Varies by consulate
• Entry: Single entry

All documents must be translated into Spanish and legalized.

Eligibility

• Financial

  Proof of sufficient funds to cover medical treatment and stay.

  Minimum funds: Sufficient for medical treatment and stay

• Purpose of visit

  Duration depends on length of treatment, extensions can be applied for if necessary.

  Includes

  • Medical treatment

Documents you need

• Passport

  Blank pages required: 2; Validity months: 6

• Travel insurance

  Coverage area: Costa Rica; Minimum coverage: Medical insurance coverage recommended

How to apply

1. Document submission

   Submit visa application with medical documentation including application form, passport, medical records, treatment plan, financial proof, and all documents translated to Spanish.

2. Processing wait

   Application processed. Processing takes 30 calendar days for consular visa (Group 3), or 90+ days for restricted visa (Group 4).

3. Visa collection

   Receive medical treatment visa if approved.

This information is general guidance only and can change frequently. Always verify with the official embassy or consulate before making travel plans. Contact [email protected] for help.