Entry requirements
Costa Rica entry requirements for Canadians
Do Canadians need a visa for Costa Rica?
No visa for tourist stays up to 90 days. Proof of onward travel may be required.
Passport valid for the duration of your stay. Always confirm on the official source before you travel.
Passport
Visa / entry
No visa for tourist stays up to 90 days. Proof of onward travel may be required.
Vaccinations & health
Good to know
Official sources & where to apply
Your travel checklist
0/6- Passport: Passport valid for the duration of your stay.
- Entry: No visa for tourist stays up to 90 days. Proof of onward travel may be required.
- Vaccinations: Routine vaccines up to date; Hepatitis A recommended.Open link
- Travel insurance arranged (medical + cancellation).
- Travel eSIM so you land connected (no roaming).Get an eSIM
- Check the official Government of Canada advisory before you go.Open link
Travel requirements change often. This is a helpful summary, not a guarantee — always confirm on the official source before you travel, and Lisa can help you arrange everything.
FAQ
Costa Rica travel requirements — FAQ
No visa for tourist stays up to 90 days. Proof of onward travel may be required.
Passport valid for the duration of your stay. No visa for tourist stays up to 90 days. Proof of onward travel may be required. Travel insurance is strongly recommended.
Routine vaccines up to date; Hepatitis A recommended.
Passport valid for the duration of your stay.
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Plan your trip to Costa Rica
Lisa arranges visas, documents, insurance, flights and hotels — and stays reachable before, during and after your trip.