Costa Rica to Antigua and Barbuda: Visa Requirements 2026

Entry Requirement — 2026
🇨🇷 Costa Rica → 🇦🇬 Antigua and Barbuda
e-Visa

Apply for an e-Visa before travel via the official portal.

Travelling from Costa Rica to Antigua and Barbuda requires an e-Visa obtained online before departure. Processing usually takes 1–5 business days — apply at least 2 weeks before travel. Cost of living in Antigua and Barbuda runs about 19% higher than in Costa Rica (index 64 vs 45, NYC=100).

Costa Rica Passport Strength

90 Visa-free
31 Visa on arrival
49 e-Visa
29 Visa required

Entry Details — Antigua and Barbuda

Entry type
e-Visa
An electronic visa must be obtained online before travel.
Maximum stay
Stated on e-Visa
Per entry. Extension may be possible in-country.
Cost of living — Antigua and Barbuda
64.0
Index vs NYC=100 · Full data →
Income tax — Antigua and Barbuda
25%
Top marginal rate · All tax rates →
Digital nomad visa
Not available
No dedicated digital nomad visa programme.
Monthly budget (comfortable)
~$1,600/month
Estimated for a single expat · Budget tool →

Other North America Destinations — Costa Rica Passport

🇧🇸BahamasVisa Free 🇧🇧BarbadosVisa Free 🇧🇿BelizeVisa Free 🇨🇦CanadaVisa Required 🇨🇷Costa RicaVisa Required 🇨🇺Cubae-Visa 🇩🇲DominicaVisa Free 🇩🇴Dominican RepublicVisa Free

Cost of Living & Tax Overview

Antigua and Barbuda is approximately 19% more expensive than Costa Rica (index 64 vs 45, NYC=100). Budget accordingly for accommodation and daily expenses.
Antigua and Barbuda cost of living guide →
Tax rates in Antigua and Barbuda — income, corporate & VAT →

Frequently Asked Questions

Do Costa Rica citizens need a visa to visit Antigua and Barbuda?+

Costa Rica passport holders currently have e-Visa access to Antigua and Barbuda. An electronic visa must be obtained online before travel.

How long can Costa Rica passport holders stay in Antigua and Barbuda?+

The maximum stay is determined by the visa category granted at the Antigua and Barbuda embassy. Single-entry visas typically allow 30–90 days; multi-entry visas vary.

Is there a digital nomad visa for Antigua and Barbuda?+

Pas de nomad visa dédié. Long-stay visa standard disponible (90 jours, renouvelable hors Schengen). Revenu minimum non défini officiellement.

What is the cost of living in Antigua and Barbuda?+

The cost of living index for Antigua and Barbuda is 64.0 (NYC=100). See the entry details section for an estimated monthly expat budget. For detailed price breakdowns visit the full cost of living guide for Antigua and Barbuda.

What documents are required for Costa Rica citizens to enter Antigua and Barbuda?+

A valid Costa Rica passport is the minimum requirement. An e-Visa must be applied for online before departure.

Data source: Passport Index 2026 (github.com/imorte/passport-index-data, MIT). Visa requirements change without notice — always verify with the official embassy before travel. Last updated April 2026. Not legal or immigration advice.