Costa Rica passport → Thailand

Thailand visa for citizens of Costa Rica

Visa on arrivalVisa on Arrival · Tourist (15 days)

Citizens of Costa Rica can get a visa on arrival in Thailand.

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

Key facts

Entry route	Visa on Arrival · Tourist (15 days)
How to apply	Get your visa at the border
Maximum stay	Up to 15 days
Visa validity	15 days
Entries	Single entry
Processing time	On arrival
Government fee	THB 2,000
Passport validity	At least 6 months
Biometrics	Not required
Appointment	Not required
Interview	Not required
Onward or return ticket	Required
Proof of funds	10,000 THB per person or equivalent

How to apply

1
Arrive at a designated checkpoint in Thailand
Visa on Arrival is only available at certain airports (e.g., Suvarnabhumi, Phuket, Chiang Mai) and a few land border crossings.
2
Proceed to the Visa on Arrival counter
Look for signs or ask airport staff for the VOA counter before immigration.
3
Submit documents and pay fee
Present your passport, completed form, photo, onward ticket, proof of accommodation and funds, and pay 2,000 THB in cash.
4
Receive visa stamp
The officer will process and stamp your passport with a 15-day permission to stay.
5
Proceed to immigration
Present your passport with the VOA stamp to the immigration officer for entry.

Documents checklist

Identity

Passport (valid at least 6 months)
Must have at least two blank pages
Completed visa on arrival application form
Provided at the checkpoint
Passport-sized photograph (4x6 cm)
White background, recent

Travel

Confirmed onward/return ticket
Within 15 days of arrival
Proof of accommodation
Hotel booking or invitation letter with address

Financial

Proof of sufficient funds
Cash, traveler's cheques, or bank statement showing at least 10,000 THB per person
Visa fee (2,000 THB)
Payable in Thai baht cash
Recent bank statement (optional but recommended)
Optional
Not mandatory but may support proof of funds

Proof of funds

Minimum balance: 10,000 THB per person

cash
traveler's cheques
bank statement

Proof of funds is mandatory but may be checked randomly; cash is the most straightforward.

Good to know

Visa on Arrival is NOT extendable; you must leave Thailand within 15 days.
Overstay results in a fine of 500 THB per day and possible blacklisting.
Only nationals from 21 eligible countries (including Costa Rica) can use VOA at designated entry points.
VOA cannot be converted to another visa type while in Thailand.

Common refusal reasons

Insufficient passport validity (less than 6 months) or blank pages

Ensure passport is valid for at least 6 months with at least 2 blank pages.

Lack of confirmed onward ticket or proof of accommodation

Have a printed onward ticket and hotel booking ready.

Insufficient funds or unable to demonstrate them

Carry at least 10,000 THB per person in cash or a bank statement.

Previous overstay or immigration violation in Thailand

Check travel history and clear any overstay fines before re-entry.

FAQ

Do citizens of Costa Rica need a visa for Thailand?

Citizens of Costa Rica can get a visa on arrival in Thailand. Visa type: Visa on Arrival · Tourist (15 days).

How long can citizens of Costa Rica stay in Thailand?

Up to 15 days.

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

Government fee: THB 2,000.

What documents do citizens of Costa Rica need for Thailand?

Passport (valid at least 6 months); Completed visa on arrival application form; Passport-sized photograph (4x6 cm); Confirmed onward/return ticket; Proof of accommodation; Proof of sufficient funds; and 2 more.

How long must my passport be valid for Thailand?

At least 6 months.

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