Costa Rica to United States: Visa Requirements 2026
A visa is required. Contact the embassy for current fees and processing times.
Costa Rica citizens must obtain a visa before entering United States. Apply in advance at the United States embassy or consulate in Costa Rica. Processing times vary — allow 2–4 weeks for the United States embassy application. Cost of living in United States runs about 27% higher than in Costa Rica (index 72 vs 45, NYC=100).
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Frequently Asked Questions
Costa Rica passport holders currently have Visa Required access to United States. A visa must be applied for at an embassy or consulate before departure.
The maximum stay is determined by the visa category granted at the United States embassy. Single-entry visas typically allow 30–90 days; multi-entry visas vary.
Pas de nomad visa dédié. Long-stay visa standard disponible (90 jours, renouvelable hors Schengen). Revenu minimum non défini officiellement.
The cost of living index for United States is 71.8 (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 United States.
A valid Costa Rica passport is the minimum requirement. A visa must be obtained from a consulate or embassy before travel.