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title: Costa Rica visa for citizens of Ecuador
description: Citizens of Ecuador need a visa for Costa Rica and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. Stay up to 30 days. Documents checklist and application steps.
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# Costa Rica visa for citizens of Ecuador

Citizens of Ecuador need a visa for Costa Rica and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre.

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

## Key facts

- **Entry route:** Embassy / VFS · Tourist Visa (30 days)
- **How to apply:** In-person at an embassy or visa center
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 30 days
- **Passport validity:** At least 6 months
- **Biometrics:** Required
- **Appointment:** Required
- **Interview:** Not required
- **Onward or return ticket:** Required

## How to apply

1. **Prepare documents** — Gather all required documents as listed.
2. **Complete application form** — Fill out the visa application form from the Costa Rican embassy.
3. **Schedule an appointment** — Contact the embassy to book an appointment for submission.
4. **Attend appointment** — Submit documents and provide biometrics in person at the embassy.
5. **Pay visa fee** — Pay the applicable visa fee (if not paid online).
6. **Wait for processing** — Wait for visa processing decision.
7. **Collect passport** — Collect your passport with visa (if approved).

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport with at least 6 months validity** (Identity)
- **Completed visa application form** (Identity): Available from the embassy
- **Passport-sized photo (white background, 2x2 inches)** (Identity)
- **Proof of onward/return flight** (Travel): Confirmed itinerary
- **Hotel reservation or letter of invitation** (Travel): For the entire stay
- **Bank statements for the last 3 months** (Financial): Showing sufficient funds
- **Employment letter or student certificate** (Employment): Proof of ties to home country
- **Travel medical insurance** (Supporting): Covering the entire stay
- **Proof of visa application fee payment** (Supporting)

## Proof of funds

- bank statements

No specific minimum balance stated.

## Good to know

- Holders of a valid multiple-entry visa for the US, Canada, EU or Japan may enter visa-free; do not apply if you meet this condition.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Insufficient funds** — Provide bank statements showing at least $500 for the stay.
- **Incomplete documentation** — Check all documents are included and valid.
- **Invalid passport** — Ensure passport has at least 6 months validity beyond stay.

## FAQs

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

Citizens of Ecuador need a visa for Costa Rica and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. Visa type: Tourist Visa (30 days).

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

Up to 30 days.

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

Valid passport with at least 6 months validity; Completed visa application form; Passport-sized photo (white background, 2x2 inches); Proof of onward/return flight; Hotel reservation or letter of invitation; Bank statements for the last 3 months; and 3 more.

### How long must my passport be valid for Costa Rica?

At least 6 months.

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- [Costa Rica visa for every passport](/visa/costa-rica)
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