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title: Costa Rica visa for citizens of Latvia
description: Citizens of Latvia can visit Costa Rica without a visa for up to 180 days. Documents checklist and application steps.
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# Costa Rica visa for citizens of Latvia

Citizens of Latvia can visit Costa Rica without a visa for up to 180 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 Entry
- **How to apply:** No visa needed — just go
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 180 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 the stay may be requested.

## How to apply

1. **Confirm visa-free entry** — Latvian passport holders do not require a visa for tourism or business stays up to 90 days.
2. **Prepare travel documents** — Ensure passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond entry and carry proof of onward travel and funds.
3. **Travel to Costa Rica** — Present valid passport to immigration upon arrival.

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport** (Travel): Must be valid for at least 6 months beyond entry.
- **Return or onward ticket** (Travel): Proof of onward travel from Costa Rica.
- **Proof of sufficient funds** (Financial, optional): May be requested at immigration for stays up to 90 days.
- **Accommodation details** (Travel, optional): Hotel reservation or invitation letter may be requested.

## Proof of funds

- Bank statements
- Credit card
- Cash

Immigration may request evidence of $100 per day of stay or equivalent.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Passport validity less than 6 months** — Ensure passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond your intended stay.

## FAQs

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

Citizens of Latvia can visit Costa Rica without a visa for up to 180 days. Visa type: Visa-Free Entry.

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

Up to 180 days without a visa.

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

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

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

At least 6 months.

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