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Costa Rica
Costa Rica visa for Russian citizens
Entry requirement
No visa is needed by Russian citizens for Costa Rica, 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 Russia
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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 Russia 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).
Good to know
How long Russian citizens can stay in Costa Rica
Russian 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 Russian citizens
Panama and Nicaragua admit Russian citizens visa-free.
Costa Rican citizens travelling to Russia
Russia admits Costa Rican citizens without a visa for stays of up to 90 days. The rule is the same in both directions between Russia and Costa Rica.
Frequently asked questions
Do Russian citizens need a visa for Costa Rica?
No visa is needed by Russian citizens for Costa Rica, for stays of up to 30 days.
How long can Russian citizens stay in Costa Rica?
Russian citizens can stay in Costa Rica for up to 30 days.
Do Costa Rican citizens need a visa for Russia?
Russia admits Costa Rican citizens without a visa for stays of up to 90 days.
Can Russian citizens enter Costa Rica visa-free?
Yes, Russian 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.