🇨🇦 Canada visa requirements for Costa Rican citizens
Yes — Costa Rican citizens need a visa to enter Canada, normally arranged through an embassy or consulate before traveling.
Entry rules for Costa Rica passport holders
Costa Rican citizens must obtain a visa before traveling to Canada. Applications generally go through a Canada embassy or consulate and require a completed form, passport photos, proof of accommodation and onward travel, and sometimes travel insurance. Start the process several weeks before your planned trip, as processing times vary.
Entry rules can change at short notice. Always confirm current requirements with the official Canada immigration authority or your nearest embassy before booking.
How this compares
The Costa Rican passport ranks #63 worldwide, opening 130 destinations without a visa arranged in advance (91 visa-free, 34 with a visa on arrival and 5 with an eTA). Canada is not among them — it is one of the 33 destinations that still require an embassy visa or an application before departure.
The reverse trip is easier: Canadian citizens can enter Costa Rica visa-free · 180 days.
Across North America as a whole, 1 of 3 destinations are open to Costa Rican travelers without arranging a visa in advance.
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Frequently asked questions
Do Costa Rican citizens need a visa for Canada?
Yes — Costa Rican citizens need a visa to enter Canada, normally arranged through an embassy or consulate before traveling.
What currency is used in Canada?
The currency in Canada is the Canadian dollar ($). The capital city is Ottawa.
Is this information up to date?
Current status: Visa required for Costa Rican citizens traveling to Canada. This page is built from the open Passport Index dataset, which was last updated on 2025-01-12. Visa rules can change between dataset updates, so always confirm with the Canada embassy or immigration authority before booking.
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Source data last updated 2025-01-12.