India to Costa Rica: Visa Requirements 2026

Entry Requirement — 2026
🇮🇳 India 🇨🇷 Costa Rica
Visa Required

A visa is required. Contact the embassy for current fees and processing times.

India citizens must obtain a visa before entering Costa Rica. Apply in advance at the Costa Rica embassy or consulate in India. Processing times vary — allow 2–4 weeks for the Costa Rica embassy application. Cost of living in Costa Rica runs about 23% higher than in India (index 45 vs 22, NYC=100).

India Passport Strength

26 Visa-free
25 Visa on arrival
59 e-Visa
89 Visa required

Entry Details — Costa Rica

Entry type
Visa Required
A visa must be applied for at an embassy or consulate before departure.
Maximum stay
Stated on visa
Per entry. Extension may be possible in-country.
Cost of living — Costa Rica
44.6
Index vs NYC=100 · Full data →
Income tax — Costa Rica
25%
Top marginal rate · All tax rates →
Digital nomad visa
Not available
No dedicated digital nomad visa programme.
Monthly budget (comfortable)
~$1,115/month
Estimated for a single expat · Budget tool →

Other North America Destinations — India Passport

Cost of Living & Tax Overview

Costa Rica is approximately 23% more expensive than India (index 45 vs 22, NYC=100). Budget accordingly for accommodation and daily expenses.
Costa Rica cost of living guide →
Tax rates in Costa Rica — income, corporate & VAT →

Frequently Asked Questions

Do India citizens need a visa to visit Costa Rica?+

India passport holders currently have Visa Required access to Costa Rica. A visa must be applied for at an embassy or consulate before departure.

How long can India passport holders stay in Costa Rica?+

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

Is there a digital nomad visa for Costa Rica?+

Costa Rica — Digital Nomad Visa + Rentista disponibles. Digital Nomad Visa — Frais : $100. Durée : 1 an renouvelable. Revenu minimum $3 000/mois (employé) ou $60 000/an (indépendant). Rentista Visa — Frais : $100. Durée : 2 ans renouvelable. Revenu passif minimum $2 500/mois. Territorial tax — Revenus de source étrangère exonérés d'impôt costaricain.

What is the cost of living in Costa Rica?+

The cost of living index for Costa Rica is 44.6 (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 Costa Rica.

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

A valid India passport is the minimum requirement. A visa must be obtained from a consulate or embassy before travel.

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.