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Costa Rica visa for Ukrainian citizens

Entry requirement

Visa-free up to 180 days

Ukrainian citizens can visit Costa Rica without a visa for up to 180 days.

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

All visa types for Costa Rica

Costa Rican citizens travelling to Ukraine

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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 Ukraine 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). Each ministry writes for its own citizens.

Good to know

How long Ukrainian citizens can stay in Costa Rica

Ukrainian 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 Ukrainian citizens

Panama and Nicaragua admit Ukrainian citizens visa-free.

Costa Rican citizens travelling to Ukraine

Ukraine requires a visa from Costa Rican citizens, available online as an e-Visa.

Frequently asked questions

Do Ukrainian citizens need a visa for Costa Rica?

Ukrainian citizens can visit Costa Rica without a visa for up to 180 days.

How long can Ukrainian citizens stay in Costa Rica?

Ukrainian citizens can stay in Costa Rica for up to 180 days.

Do Costa Rican citizens need a visa for Ukraine?

Ukraine requires a visa from Costa Rican citizens, available online as an e-Visa.

Can Ukrainian citizens enter Costa Rica visa-free?

Yes, Ukrainian 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.