Visa-free for US, UK, Canada, Australia, and most EU citizens for 90 days.
Como solicito o visto?
No visa needed. Present passport and proof of onward travel.
Quanto tempo demora?
Instant.
Quanto custa um visto?
Free.
Quais são as dicas essenciais sobre o visto?
Proof of onward/return ticket is required for entry.
Costa Rica has no military — abolished in 1948.
USD is widely accepted alongside colones.
Os requisitos de visto variam por nacionalidade e mudam frequentemente. Verifique com a embaixada do seu país ou com a autoridade oficial de imigração do destino antes de viajar.
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Quão seguro é?
4/5
Safest country in Central America. Tourist areas are well-managed. San José has petty crime. Beach areas are generally safe. Wildlife encounters (snakes, crocodiles) are the unique risk.
De que golpes devo me cuidar?
Rental car break-ins at beach parking lots — never leave valuables in car.
Taxi overcharging from airport — use official orange taxis or Uber.
Timeshare presentations at tourist areas.
Que precauções de saúde devo tomar?
Good healthcare — Costa Rica has universal healthcare and excellent private hospitals.
Dengue and Zika present — use mosquito repellent.
Tap water is safe in most areas.
Que vacinas são obrigatórias?
Hepatitis A recommended.
Routine vaccines up to date.
A água da torneira é potável?
Tap water is safe in most of Costa Rica — one of the few Central American countries where this is true.
Há alertas de viagem em vigor?
Riptides on Pacific coast beaches — swim only where locals swim. Crocodiles near river mouths (Tárcoles River bridge is famous). Don't leave anything in rental cars.
As informações de segurança são baseadas em avisos de viagem publicamente disponíveis. Consulte o serviço de avisos de viagem do seu governo para orientações mais recentes.
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O que devo saber sobre a cultura?
O que devo fazer?
Say 'Pura Vida' — it means everything from hello to goodbye to 'life is good.'
Visit Monteverde cloud forest and Arenal volcano.
Try casado (set meal), gallo pinto (rice and beans), and fresh fruit.
O que devo evitar?
Don't flush toilet paper — put it in the bin (plumbing can't handle it in many places).
Don't touch wildlife — even friendly-looking monkeys can bite.
Don't skip the Pacific AND Caribbean coasts — they're very different.
Como funcionam as gorjetas?
10% service charge usually included on restaurant bills. Additional 5-10% for good service appreciated. Tip tour guides $5-10 per person.
Qual é o código de vestimenta?
Casual and practical. Lightweight, quick-dry clothing. Rain jacket essential year-round. Hiking boots for trails.
Qual é o contexto religioso?
Catholic majority. Churches welcome visitors. Costa Rica is tolerant and progressive for Central America.
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