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How and where to apply for Costa Rica visa
By Vijeta Shetty For India May 08,2025Hi,
Please can you help with the links and how to apply for tourist visa to Costa Rica?
Documents needed and how to go about it?
Regards,
Vijeta Shetty
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Hey Vijeta, I actually checked this for a friend a while back who was also applying from India. So here’s what I learned: Indian passport holders do need to apply in advance for a Costa Rica tourist visa — there’s no eVisa or visa on arrival option. The application is handled directly through the Embassy of Costa Rica in New Delhi. They usually ask for your valid passport, passport-size photos, proof of return tickets, hotel booking or invitation letter, proof of funds (like bank statements), and travel health insurance. You’ll need to submit these along with the visa form at the embassy, and they’ll let you know the fee and processing timeline. The easiest way forward is to contact the Costa Rican Embassy in New Delhi and get their latest checklist, since requirements can change. Once you’ve got that, the rest is just collecting your docs and booking an appointment. Costa Rica is amazing — my friend loved it there. Safe travels!