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title: Costa Rica visa for citizens of Kazakhstan
description: "Citizens of Kazakhstan need a visa for Costa Rica and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. Stay up to 30 days. Fee: $30. Processing: 10–15 days. Documents checklist and application steps."
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# Costa Rica visa for citizens of Kazakhstan

Citizens of Kazakhstan 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
- **How to apply:** In-person at an embassy or visa center
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 30 days
- **Visa validity:** 90 days
- **Entries:** Single entry
- **Processing time:** 10–15 days
- **Government fee:** $30
- **Passport validity:** At least 6 months
- **Biometrics:** Required
- **Appointment:** Required
- **Interview:** Not required
- **Onward or return ticket:** Required
- **Proof of funds:** Bank statement showing sufficient funds for stay

## How to apply

1. **Prepare documents** — Gather all required documents as per checklist
2. **Complete application form** — Fill out the visa application form accurately
3. **Schedule appointment** — Book an appointment at the Costa Rican embassy or consulate
4. **Attend appointment** — Submit documents and provide biometrics in person
5. **Pay visa fee** — Pay the non-refundable visa fee as instructed
6. **Wait for processing** — Processing takes 10-15 business days
7. **Collect passport** — Return to embassy to collect passport with visa

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport** (Identity): Must be valid for at least 6 months beyond intended stay
- **Completed visa application form** (Identity): Download from embassy website
- **Passport-sized photographs** (Identity): Two recent color photos, white background
- **Flight itinerary** (Travel): Round-trip or onward ticket
- **Hotel reservation** (Travel): Confirmed accommodation for entire stay
- **Bank statement** (Financial): Last 3 months showing sufficient funds
- **Employment letter** (Employment): Stating position, salary, and approved leave
- **Travel insurance** (Supporting): Covering medical expenses and repatriation
- **Copy of passport data page** (Identity): Clear photocopy
- **Proof of payment of visa fee** (Supporting): Receipt from embassy or bank

## Proof of funds

- **Minimum balance:** Sufficient funds for stay
- Bank statement

Bank statement must be recent and show regular transactions

## Good to know

- Visa validity is 90 days from issue date, max stay 30 days
- Passport must have at least 2 blank pages

## Common refusal reasons

- **Incomplete or incorrect application form** — Double-check all entries before submission
- **Insufficient funds** — Provide bank statement showing adequate balance
- **Invalid passport validity** — Ensure passport valid for at least 6 months beyond stay

## FAQs

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

Citizens of Kazakhstan need a visa for Costa Rica and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. Visa type: Tourist Visa.

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

Up to 30 days.

### How much does the Costa Rica visa cost for citizens of Kazakhstan?

Government fee: $30.

### How long does Costa Rica visa processing take?

Typically 10–15 days.

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

Valid passport; Completed visa application form; Passport-sized photographs; Flight itinerary; Hotel reservation; Bank statement; and 4 more.

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

At least 6 months.

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