Maldives
Costa Rica
Costa Rica visa for Maldivian citizens
Entry requirement
Maldivian citizens can visit Costa Rica without a visa for 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 the Maldives
Costa RicaMaldives Visa on arrival Maldives 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.
Maldivian citizens 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). Each ministry writes for its own citizens.
Good to know
How long Maldivian citizens can stay in Costa Rica
Maldivian 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 Maldivian citizens
Panama admits Maldivian citizens visa-free.
Costa Rican citizens travelling to the Maldives
Costa Rican citizens receive their visa for the Maldives at the border; it covers up to 30 days.
Frequently asked questions
Do Maldivian citizens need a visa for Costa Rica?
Maldivian citizens can visit Costa Rica without a visa for up to 30 days.
How long can Maldivian citizens stay in Costa Rica?
Maldivian citizens can stay in Costa Rica for up to 30 days.
Do Costa Rican citizens need a visa for the Maldives?
Costa Rican citizens receive their visa for the Maldives at the border; it covers up to 30 days.
Can Maldivian citizens enter Costa Rica visa-free?
Yes, Maldivian 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.