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title: Türkiye visa for citizens of Costa Rica
description: Citizens of Costa Rica can visit Türkiye 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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# Türkiye visa for citizens of Costa Rica

Citizens of Costa Rica can visit Türkiye 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:** May be requested at border

## How to apply

1. **Prepare travel documents** — Ensure passport is valid for at least 6 months and you have return ticket and accommodation.
2. **Travel to Turkey** — Costa Rica passport holders can enter visa-free.
3. **Present passport at border control** — Officer may check documents and stamp passport.

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport (at least 6 months validity)** (Identity): Must have at least one blank page.
- **Return or onward ticket** (Travel): Proof of departure from Turkey.
- **Hotel reservation or proof of accommodation** (Travel): For the duration of stay.
- **Proof of sufficient funds** (Financial, optional): May be requested by border officer.
- **Travel insurance (recommended)** (Supporting, optional): Not mandatory but advised.

## Proof of funds

- **Minimum balance:** Not specified
- Cash
- Credit cards
- Bank statements

Border officer may ask to see evidence of funds for the stay.

## Good to know

- Visa-free stay is for tourism or business visits only (no work).
- Overstay penalties apply – leave before 90 days.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Insufficient passport validity** — Ensure passport is valid for at least 6 months from date of entry.
- **Lack of return ticket** — Always have a confirmed onward or return ticket.

## FAQs

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

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

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

Up to 90 days without a visa.

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

Valid passport (at least 6 months validity); Return or onward ticket; Hotel reservation or proof of accommodation; Proof of sufficient funds; Travel insurance (recommended).

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

At least 6 months.

## More

- [Türkiye visa for every passport](/visa/turkey)
- [Every destination for Costa Rica passport holders](/visa/passport/costa-rica)