Samoa
Costa Rica
Costa Rica visa for Samoan citizens
Entry requirement
Costa Rica admits Samoan 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 Samoa
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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 Samoa 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 Samoan citizens can stay in Costa Rica
Samoan 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 Samoan citizens
Panama admits Samoan citizens visa-free.
Costa Rican citizens travelling to Samoa
Costa Rican citizens can get a visa on arrival in Samoa, valid for stays of up to 90 days.
Frequently asked questions
Do Samoan citizens need a visa for Costa Rica?
Costa Rica admits Samoan citizens without a visa for stays of up to 30 days.
How long can Samoan citizens stay in Costa Rica?
Samoan citizens can stay in Costa Rica for up to 30 days.
Do Costa Rican citizens need a visa for Samoa?
Costa Rican citizens can get a visa on arrival in Samoa, valid for stays of up to 90 days.
Can Samoan citizens enter Costa Rica visa-free?
Yes, Samoan 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.