Holy See
Costa Rica
Costa Rica visa for citizens of the Holy See
Entry requirement
Costa Rica admits citizens of the Holy See without a visa for stays of up to 180 days.
- Maximum stay
- 180 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 the Holy See
Costa RicaHoly See Visa-free, 90 days Holy See 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.
Citizens of the Holy See planning a trip to Costa Rica can compare how foreign ministries rate it: 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).
Good to know
How long citizens of the Holy See can stay in Costa Rica
Citizens of the Holy See 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 citizens of the Holy See
Panama and Nicaragua admit citizens of the Holy See visa-free.
Costa Rican citizens travelling to the Holy See
Costa Rican citizens do not need a visa for the Holy See: stays of up to 90 days are visa-free. The rule is the same in both directions between the Holy See and Costa Rica.
Frequently asked questions
Do citizens of the Holy See need a visa for Costa Rica?
Costa Rica admits citizens of the Holy See without a visa for stays of up to 180 days.
How long can citizens of the Holy See stay in Costa Rica?
Citizens of the Holy See can stay in Costa Rica for up to 180 days.
Do Costa Rican citizens need a visa for the Holy See?
Costa Rican citizens do not need a visa for the Holy See: stays of up to 90 days are visa-free.
Can citizens of the Holy See enter Costa Rica visa-free?
Yes, citizens of the Holy See 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.