Canada
Costa Rica
Costa Rica visa for Canadian citizens
Entry requirement
Canadian citizens do not need a visa for Costa Rica: stays of up to 180 days are visa-free.
- Maximum stay
- 180 days
- Where to apply
- Nothing to apply for in advance
Checked 7 November 2026 · Passport Index · Confirm at costaricaembassy.com
For longer stays: study, work and residence
Costa Rican citizens travelling to Canada
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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 Canada 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 Canadian citizens can stay in Costa Rica
Canadian citizens may stay in Costa Rica for up to 180 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Costa Rica.
Costa Rica’s neighbours for Canadian citizens
Panama and Nicaragua admit Canadian citizens visa-free.
Costa Rican citizens travelling to Canada
Costa Rican citizens need a visa for Canada, obtained before travel.
Frequently asked questions
Do Canadian citizens need a visa for Costa Rica?
Canadian citizens do not need a visa for Costa Rica: stays of up to 180 days are visa-free.
How long can Canadian citizens stay in Costa Rica?
Canadian citizens can stay in Costa Rica for up to 180 days.
Do Costa Rican citizens need a visa for Canada?
Costa Rican citizens need a visa for Canada, obtained before travel.
Can Canadian citizens enter Costa Rica visa-free?
Yes, Canadian citizens can enter Costa Rica without a visa and stay for up to 180 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.