United Arab Emirates
Costa Rica
Costa Rica visa for Emirati citizens
Entry requirement
Emirati 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 · Confirm at embcr-uae.org
For longer stays: study, work and residence
Costa Rican citizens travelling to the United Arab Emirates
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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 the United Arab Emirates 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 Emirati citizens can stay in Costa Rica
Emirati 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 Emirati citizens
Panama and Nicaragua admit Emirati citizens visa-free.
Costa Rican citizens travelling to the United Arab Emirates
Costa Rican citizens can visit the United Arab Emirates without a visa for up to 90 days. The rule is the same in both directions between the United Arab Emirates and Costa Rica.
Frequently asked questions
Do Emirati citizens need a visa for Costa Rica?
Emirati citizens do not need a visa for Costa Rica: stays of up to 180 days are visa-free.
How long can Emirati citizens stay in Costa Rica?
Emirati citizens can stay in Costa Rica for up to 180 days.
Do Costa Rican citizens need a visa for the United Arab Emirates?
Costa Rican citizens can visit the United Arab Emirates without a visa for up to 90 days.
Can Emirati citizens enter Costa Rica visa-free?
Yes, Emirati 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.