Do Canadian citizens need a visa for Costa Rica?
Canadian citizens do not need a tourist visa to travel to Costa Rica in 2024. Canadian passport holders can stay in Costa Rica for a short period, up to 180 days. Please review the information below to ensure a smooth and safe trip.
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Updated: 11/03/2024.
Entry requirements
visa free
Duration of stay
180 days
Purpose of travel
Tourism
Passport validity for travel to Costa Rica
Passport must be valid for 6 months on arrival.
Is it safe to travel to Costa Rica?
Costa Rica has a current risk level of 3.30 (out of 5). We advise to use some caution when travelling to Costa Rica. The safety index is derived from travel advisories issued by independent 6 sources.
Safety index is provided by www.travel-advisory.info: 11/03/2024.
Costa Rica customs rules
Duty-free allowance
Tobacco limit
- 500 grams of tobacco products.
Bringing alcohol
- Restricted to travellers 18 years and over;
- 5 litres of alcohol.
Other goods
- Medication for personal use should be accompanied by a prescription.
- Baby food.
- 2kg candy.
- Personal electronics.
- Other goods for personal use, including clothing, jewellery, and toys.
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