San Marino
Costa Rica
Costa Rica visa for citizens of San Marino
Entry requirement
Citizens of San Marino 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
For longer stays: study, work and residence
Costa Rican citizens travelling to San Marino
Costa RicaSan Marino Visa-free, 90 days San Marino 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 San Marino 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). The advice is aimed at each government’s own nationals.
Good to know
How long citizens of San Marino can stay in Costa Rica
Citizens of San Marino 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 San Marino
Panama and Nicaragua admit citizens of San Marino visa-free.
Costa Rican citizens travelling to San Marino
Costa Rican citizens can visit San Marino without a visa for up to 90 days. The rule is the same in both directions between San Marino and Costa Rica.
Frequently asked questions
Do citizens of San Marino need a visa for Costa Rica?
Citizens of San Marino do not need a visa for Costa Rica: stays of up to 180 days are visa-free.
How long can citizens of San Marino stay in Costa Rica?
Citizens of San Marino can stay in Costa Rica for up to 180 days.
Do Costa Rican citizens need a visa for San Marino?
Costa Rican citizens can visit San Marino without a visa for up to 90 days.
Can citizens of San Marino enter Costa Rica visa-free?
Yes, citizens of San Marino 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.