TongaCosta Rica

Costa Rica visa for Tongan citizens

Entry requirement

Visa-free up to 30 days

Tongan citizens do not need a visa for Costa Rica: stays of up to 30 days are visa-free.

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

All visa types for Costa Rica

Costa Rican citizens travelling to Tonga

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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 Tonga 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 Tongan citizens can stay in Costa Rica

Tongan 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 Tongan citizens

Panama admits Tongan citizens visa-free.

Costa Rican citizens travelling to Tonga

Tonga requires Costa Rican citizens to hold a visa issued in advance.

Frequently asked questions

Do Tongan citizens need a visa for Costa Rica?

Tongan citizens do not need a visa for Costa Rica: stays of up to 30 days are visa-free.

How long can Tongan citizens stay in Costa Rica?

Tongan citizens can stay in Costa Rica for up to 30 days.

Do Costa Rican citizens need a visa for Tonga?

Tonga requires Costa Rican citizens to hold a visa issued in advance.

Can Tongan citizens enter Costa Rica visa-free?

Yes, Tongan 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.