Bolivia
Costa Rica
Costa Rica visa for Bolivian citizens
Entry requirement
Costa Rica admits Bolivian citizens without a visa for stays of up to 30 days.
- Maximum stay
- 30 days
- Where to apply
- Nothing to apply for in advance
Checked 7 November 2026 · Passport Index
For longer stays: study, work and residence
Costa Rican citizens travelling to Bolivia
Costa RicaBolivia Visa-free, 90 days Bolivia visa for citizens of Costa Rica
Travel advice for Costa Rica
- US State Department Level 2: Exercise increased caution
- UK Foreign Office (FCDO) No advice against travel
- German Foreign Office No travel warning
What the US, British and German foreign ministries tell their own citizens about travelling there, in each ministry’s own terms.
Before travelling from Bolivia to Costa Rica, it helps to know the official travel advice: the US State Department rates Costa Rica at Level 2, exercise increased caution (updated 1 April 2026), the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office does not advise against travel to Costa Rica (updated 19 May 2026) and the German Foreign Office has no travel warning for Costa Rica (updated 13 October 2026). The advice is aimed at each government’s own nationals.
Good to know
How long Bolivian citizens can stay in Costa Rica
Bolivian citizens may stay in Costa Rica for up to 30 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Costa Rica.
Costa Rica’s neighbours for Bolivian citizens
Panama admits Bolivian citizens visa-free.
Costa Rican citizens travelling to Bolivia
Costa Rican citizens do not need a visa for Bolivia: stays of up to 90 days are visa-free. The rule is the same in both directions between Bolivia and Costa Rica.
Frequently asked questions
Do Bolivian citizens need a visa for Costa Rica?
Costa Rica admits Bolivian citizens without a visa for stays of up to 30 days.
How long can Bolivian citizens stay in Costa Rica?
Bolivian citizens can stay in Costa Rica for up to 30 days.
Do Costa Rican citizens need a visa for Bolivia?
Costa Rican citizens do not need a visa for Bolivia: stays of up to 90 days are visa-free.
Can Bolivian citizens enter Costa Rica visa-free?
Yes, Bolivian citizens can enter Costa Rica without a visa and stay for up to 30 days.
Visa data: Passport Index via passport-index-data, as of 7 November 2026. Rules change, sometimes overnight. Confirm with the embassy or the official government portal before you book.