Get a Costa Rica Visa
Tourist Travel Requirements for a Costa Rica Visa for Chinese Citizens
Visa May Not Be Required
Visa exempt for a stay of up to 30 days. The traveller must:
- Hold a valid multiple entry visitor visa from the U.S or Canada valid for six months on entry and stamped in the applicant's actual passport
Or
- Hold legal residence in the US, Canada or any European Union or Schengen member state.
Upon arrival, travellers are required to present a copy of their travel document which needs to be apostilled or legalised and translated into Spanish
Business Travel Requirements for a Costa Rica Visa for Chinese Citizens
Visa May Not Be Required
Visa exempt for a stay of up to 30 days. The traveller must:
- Hold a valid multiple entry visitor visa from the U.S or Canada valid for six months on entry and stamped in the applicant's actual passport
Or
- Hold legal residence in the US, Canada or any European Union or Schengen member state.
Upon arrival, travellers are required to present a copy of their travel document which needs to be apostilled or legalised and translated into Spanish
Costa Rica Visa FAQ
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When is the best time to apply for my Costa Rica visa?
The best time to apply for your Costa Rica visa is 1-2 months before your travel date. However, if you are running short on time, we may be able to process your visa on a faster service at the Embassy’s discretion. -
Do I have to send you my passport to get a Costa Rica visa? Is it safe to send a passport?
Yes. You will need to send your actual passport, not a copy of it. The Costa Rica visa is stamped on your passport and will become one of your passport pages. Visa request cannot be processed without your original passport. Because of the importance of your passport, we strongly suggest that you send your application by a secure method, such as a guaranteed postal service or courier.
