Switzerland
Costa Rica
Costa Rica visa for Swiss citizens
Entry requirement
Swiss citizens 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 Switzerland
Costa RicaSwitzerland Visa-free, 90 days Switzerland 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.
Swiss 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). The advice is aimed at each government’s own nationals.
Good to know
How long Swiss citizens can stay in Costa Rica
Swiss citizens 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 Swiss citizens
Panama and Nicaragua admit Swiss citizens visa-free.
Costa Rican citizens travelling to Switzerland
Costa Rican citizens do not need a visa for Switzerland: stays of up to 90 days are visa-free. The rule is the same in both directions between Switzerland and Costa Rica.
Frequently asked questions
Do Swiss citizens need a visa for Costa Rica?
Swiss citizens do not need a visa for Costa Rica: stays of up to 180 days are visa-free.
How long can Swiss citizens stay in Costa Rica?
Swiss citizens can stay in Costa Rica for up to 180 days.
Do Costa Rican citizens need a visa for Switzerland?
Costa Rican citizens do not need a visa for Switzerland: stays of up to 90 days are visa-free.
Can Swiss citizens enter Costa Rica visa-free?
Yes, Swiss citizens 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.