Visa status
Visa-free
Costa Rica: up to 180 days visa-free for US tourists. Proof of onward travel may be requested on arrival.
Entry Requirements — US Passport Holders
Visa Requirements for San Jose
Costa Rica: up to 180 days visa-free for US tourists. Proof of onward travel may be requested on arrival.
Visa-freeUp to 180 daysLast verified 2026-04-21
Maximum stay
180 days
per visit
Passport validity
1 month beyond entry
Required at time of entry. Renew well ahead of peak season — US passport processing is 6-8 weeks.
Health
CDC Level 1
No vaccinations legally required for entry from the US.
View current CDC travel notices →Local essentials (cached)
- Capital
- San José
- Currency
- CRC (₡)
- Calling code
- +506
- Languages
- Spanish
- Voltage
- 120V 60Hz
- Plug type
- Type A / B
Nearest US Embassy
Calle 120 Avenida 0, Pavas, San José 10108, Costa Rica
Emergency: +506-2519-2000
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Always use the official government site — never pay a third party for a visa that is free to apply for directly.
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