Costa Rica — Arenal Volcano, Manuel Antonio National Park, Monteverde Cloud Forest
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Costa Rica Visa for Indians

Entry Requirements for Indian Passport Holders

Indian passport holders need a Costa Rica consular visa, applied for through the Embassy of Costa Rica accredited to India.

Entry for IndiansVisa Required
Processing4 – 6 weeks
Permitted stayUp to 30 days
AppointmentNot required
CapitalSan José
CurrencyCosta Rican Colón (CRC)
LanguageSpanish
Best time to visitDecember to April

Costa Rica Visa Options & Document Checklist

Costa Rica Consular Visa

Through the Embassy of Costa Rica accredited to India

Processing4 – 6 weeks
ValidityAs issued
StayUp to 30 days

Documents required

  1. Original passport valid for at least 6 months from the date of arrival, with at least 2 blank visa pages
  2. Visa application form
  3. Recent colour photograph — 1 photo, white background, taken within the last 6 months
  4. Confirmed return or onward flight reservation
  5. Hotel booking for the entire stay (or invitation letter from your host with their ID and address proof)
  6. Personal bank statements for the last 6 months, signed & stamped by the bank, showing sufficient funds for the trip
  7. Proof of occupation — Employed: employer NOC / leave approval and last 3 months' salary slips; Self-employed: GST / Udyam / company registration; Students: bonafide certificate or NOC; Retired: pension proof
Information checked September 2026. Visa rules change frequently — our consultants reconfirm the latest requirements with the embassy / official portal before filing. Fees are not listed on this website — contact us for current charges.

About Costa Rica

Costa Rica is a popular destination for Indian travellers, with a capital at San José and a well-connected network of cities including San José. The best time to visit is December to April, when conditions are ideal for exploring highlights such as Arenal Volcano and Manuel Antonio National Park.

Top attractions

Arenal VolcanoManuel Antonio National ParkMonteverde Cloud Forest

Top cities

San José
FAQs

Costa Rica Visa — FAQs

Indian passport holders need a Costa Rica consular visa, applied for through the Embassy of Costa Rica accredited to India.
Processing is typically 4 – 6 weeks. Validity: As issued. Permitted stay: Up to 30 days.
The core documents are: Original passport valid for at least 6 months from the date of arrival, with at least 2 blank visa pages; Visa application form; Recent colour photograph — 1 photo, white background, taken within the last 6 months; Confirmed return or onward flight reservation; Hotel booking for the entire stay (or invitation letter from your host with their ID and address proof). See the complete checklist on this page — our consultants review every document before submission.
No embassy appointment is needed for the main route — the application is made online through the official portal.
No consultancy can guarantee approval — the decision rests solely with the authorities of Costa Rica. We maximise your chances through accurate, complete documentation.
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