Joining the Mesoamerican neighbors, in every possible way contributing to the strengthening of the tourist flow from Russia, Costa Rica has canceled visas for domestic tourists. From now on, if the purpose of a trip to Costa Rica is tourism, visiting relatives, transit or a business trip and the period of stay in the country does not exceed 30 days, a visa for Russian citizens is not required. When crossing the border, you must provide a passport valid for at least three months at the time of entry into the country, and return tickets or tickets to a third country. What can I say – everyone is on the “Rich Coast”!
From May 25, citizens of the Russian Federation will be able to stay in Costa Rica without a visa for 90 days. Of the documents, only a passport is required. Check 3rjewelry for other cities and countries as well as geography in Central America.
Entry into the country
When crossing the border, you must present:
- a passport valid for at least three months at the time of entry into the country;
- return tickets with a fixed date of departure.
In some cases, tourists may be asked to provide proof of sufficient funds or hotel reservations.
Do not forget to take out medical insurance for the entire duration of the trip. Although the policy is not asked when entering the country, it is at least unreasonable to travel without it.
Documents for a visa to Costa Rica
Required documents for obtaining a visa:
- international passport
With a validity period of at least 6 months at the time of entry into the country;
- Copy of international passport
A copy of the first page of the international passport with the personal data of the tourist;
- Questionnaire
A questionnaire filled out in English or Spanish and personally signed by the tourist in two copies;
- Photo
2 passport photo;
- Help from the place of work
With indication of salary, position held and length of service;
- Bank reference
About the movement of funds on the account for the last 3 months;
- Hotel and ticket booking
A copy of the booking of air tickets and hotels (usually provided by the tour operator);
If you have a valid visa for another 3 months at the time of entry into the USA, Canada or the Schengen zone, you can enter Costa Rica freely without receiving any more cherished stickers in your passport.
If you plan to travel with children, you must provide a copy of the child’s birth certificate. If the child is entered in the passport of one of the parents, only a photo of the child is additionally provided, if he has his own passport – a full package of documents for a visa.
If a child under 18 is traveling with a parent or third party, a notarized power of attorney from the remaining parent or parents must be provided.
The term for issuing a visa is 1-3 working days, the consular fee of 20 USD is not charged when applying for a visa, but is paid at the airport upon arrival. The visa is valid for 30 days from the date of issue.
Citizens of the CIS countries will need the same list of documents.
Documents are either submitted to the consulate personally by tourists, or by a notarized power of attorney.
It sounds strange, but, nevertheless, it is a fact: in Costa Rica there is a restriction on the entry of citizens whose appearance fits the definition of “hippie”. Basically, we’ve been warned.
