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title: Barbados visa for citizens of Costa Rica
description: Citizens of Costa Rica can visit Barbados without a visa for up to 90 days. Documents checklist and application steps.
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lastModified: 2026-09-05
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# Barbados visa for citizens of Costa Rica

Citizens of Costa Rica can visit Barbados without a visa for up to 90 days.

*Verified · last checked 2026-09-05. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.*

## Key facts

- **Entry route:** Visa-free
- **How to apply:** No visa needed — just go
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 90 days
- **Government fee:** No visa fee
- **Passport validity:** At least 6 months
- **Biometrics:** Not required
- **Appointment:** Not required
- **Interview:** Not required
- **Onward or return ticket:** Required
- **Proof of funds:** Sufficient funds for stay

## How to apply

1. **Prepare travel documents** — Ensure passport is valid and onward ticket is booked
2. **Travel to Barbados** — No visa is required for Costa Rican citizens for stays up to 90 days
3. **Upon arrival** — Present passport and proof of onward travel to immigration officer
4. **Receive entry stamp** — Authorized stay will be granted on arrival

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport** (Travel): Must be valid for at least 6 months beyond intended stay
- **Return or onward ticket** (Travel): Proof of departure from Barbados
- **Proof of accommodation** (Travel, optional): Hotel booking or invitation letter if staying with friends/family
- **Proof of sufficient funds** (Financial): Bank statements or cash sufficient for the stay

## Proof of funds

- Bank statements
- Cash

No official minimum amount specified

## Good to know

- Visa-free stay is limited to 90 days. Overstay may result in fines or deportation.
- Passport must be valid for at least 6 months.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Invalid or expired passport** — Ensure passport is valid for at least 6 months before travel
- **Insufficient funds** — Carry proof of sufficient funds (bank statement or cash)
- **No onward/return ticket** — Book a return or onward ticket before travel

## FAQs

### Do citizens of Costa Rica need a visa for Barbados?

Citizens of Costa Rica can visit Barbados without a visa for up to 90 days.

### How long can citizens of Costa Rica stay in Barbados?

Up to 90 days without a visa.

### What documents do citizens of Costa Rica need for Barbados?

Valid passport; Return or onward ticket; Proof of sufficient funds; Proof of accommodation.

### How long must my passport be valid for Barbados?

At least 6 months.

## More

- [Barbados visa for every passport](/visa/barbados)
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