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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.

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Passport

Passport valid for the duration of your stay.

Visa / entry

No visa for tourist stays up to 90 days. Proof of onward travel may be required.

Vaccinations & health

Routine vaccines up to date; Hepatitis A recommended.

Good to know

Currency: Costa Rican Colón (CRC) · Plug: Type A/B · 120V

Forms, taxes & onward travel

  • Onward / return ticket

    Proof of return or onward travel may be requested at check-in or on arrival.

Your travel checklist

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  • 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).
  • Proof of onward / return travel ready to show.
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  • Check the official Government of Canada advisory before you go.Open link
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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.

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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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