Costa Rica to Dominican Republic: Visa Requirements 2026

Entry Requirement — 2026
🇨🇷 Costa Rica → 🇩🇴 Dominican Republic
Visa Free

Up to 30 days without a visa.

Costa Rica citizens can enter Dominican Republic without a visa for up to 30 days. No embassy appointment or pre-application is required for short stays. Cost of living in Dominican Republic is about 6% lower than in Costa Rica (index 39 vs 45, NYC=100) — making it an attractive destination for longer stays.

Costa Rica Passport Strength

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

Entry Details — Dominican Republic

Entry type
Visa Free
Citizens can enter without a visa for tourism or short stays.
Maximum stay
30 days
Per entry. Extension may be possible in-country.
Cost of living — Dominican Republic
38.6
Index vs NYC=100 · Full data →
Income tax — Dominican Republic
25%
Top marginal rate · All tax rates →
Digital nomad visa
Not available
No dedicated digital nomad visa programme.
Monthly budget (comfortable)
~$965/month
Estimated for a single expat · Budget tool →

Other North America Destinations — Costa Rica Passport

🇦🇬Antigua and Barbudae-Visa 🇧🇸BahamasVisa Free 🇧🇧BarbadosVisa Free 🇧🇿BelizeVisa Free 🇨🇦CanadaVisa Required 🇨🇷Costa RicaVisa Required 🇨🇺Cubae-Visa 🇩🇲DominicaVisa Free

Cost of Living & Tax Overview

Dominican Republic is approximately 6% cheaper than Costa Rica (index 39 vs 45, NYC=100). This makes it attractive for expats and digital nomads seeking value.
Dominican Republic cost of living guide →
Tax rates in Dominican Republic — income, corporate & VAT →

Frequently Asked Questions

Do Costa Rica citizens need a visa to visit Dominican Republic?+

Costa Rica passport holders currently have Visa Free access to Dominican Republic. Citizens can enter without a visa for tourism or short stays.

How long can Costa Rica passport holders stay in Dominican Republic?+

The authorised stay for Costa Rica citizens in Dominican Republic is 30 days per entry under current rules. Extensions may be available — check with local immigration authorities on arrival.

Is there a digital nomad visa for Dominican Republic?+

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 Dominican Republic?+

The cost of living index for Dominican Republic is 38.6 (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 Dominican Republic.

What documents are required for Costa Rica citizens to enter Dominican Republic?+

A valid Costa Rica passport is the minimum requirement. Since entry is visa free, no additional visa is needed for short stays.

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.