Costa Rica Tourist Visa on Arrival — 90 days, free for most nationalitiesfor 🌍 El Salvador citizens travelling to 🇨🇷 Costa Rica
El Salvador passport holders do not require a visa to enter Costa Rica. You may travel directly without any advance application or prior approval. You may stay up to 90 days per entry.
📋Required Documents2
- ✓Proof of onward or return travel within 90 days
- ✓Valid passport (valid for the duration of stay)
Many nationals enter visa-free for up to 90 days.
ℹ️What to Expect
As a El Salvador passport holder, you can enter Costa Rica without applying for a visa in advance. Present your valid passport at the port of entry and confirm your intended stay is within up to 90 days. Border officers may ask for proof of onward travel, sufficient funds, and accommodation details. Always verify current requirements with the Costa Rica embassy or official government website before booking travel.
📎Supporting Documents (may strengthen your application)
- ○Proof of accommodation in Costa Rica
- ○Proof of sufficient funds (around USD 100/month of stay)
🌐Why El Salvador passport holders do not need a visa for Costa Rica
El Salvador passport holders can enter Costa Rica without a visa because of an existing bilateral visa-waiver agreement or diplomatic arrangement between the two countries. This means El Salvador citizens benefit from streamlined entry and do not need to apply in advance — a valid passport is sufficient at the border.
Requirements last reviewed: June 2026 · Source: official government portal
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