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Costa Rica Tourism Visa for Pakistani Passport (with US Visa Held)
Last updated: 1 Nov 2026
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Visa Required
No
Visa Free
Yes
E-Visa
No
On Arrival
No
Insurance
No
Health
None
Visa fee
None
Visa Status & Eligibility
Visa exemption may apply
Pakistani passport holders possessing a valid, multiple-entry US visa valid for at least six months beyond entry are exempt from a consular tourist visa for Costa Rica
Application notes
- With a valid US visa: visa-free entry
- Pakistani passport holders with a valid, multiple-entry US visa are exempt from a Costa Rican consular visa under current immigration guidelines
- The US visa must be multiple-entry, physically present in the passport, and valid for at least six months beyond the date of arrival in Costa Rica
- Transit visas (C1, C2, C3) do not qualify for this exemption
- Entry remains subject to the final discretion and approval of the immigration officer at the port of entry such as Juan Santamaria International Airport
- Travelers must possess a return or onward ticket to exit Costa Rica within the authorized stay period
- Proof of economic solvency of at least USD 100 per month of stay may be requested by immigration officials upon entry
Application Process
- 1
Step 1
Ensure your Pakistani passport is valid for at least six months beyond your planned entry date into Costa Rica
- 2
Step 2
Verify your US visa is valid for multiple entries and covers your intended duration of stay
- 3
Step 3
Book a confirmed return or onward travel ticket to demonstrate intent to depart Costa Rica within 30 days
- 4
Step 4
Present your passport, valid US visa, onward travel ticket, and proof of sufficient funds to immigration upon arrival
- 5
Step 5
Provide biometrics including fingerprints and facial photography at the immigration port of entry counter
Step 1
Ensure your Pakistani passport is valid for at least six months beyond your planned entry date into Costa Rica
Step 2
Verify your US visa is valid for multiple entries and covers your intended duration of stay
Step 3
Book a confirmed return or onward travel ticket to demonstrate intent to depart Costa Rica within 30 days
Step 4
Present your passport, valid US visa, onward travel ticket, and proof of sufficient funds to immigration upon arrival
Step 5
Provide biometrics including fingerprints and facial photography at the immigration port of entry counter
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Application documents
- Valid Pakistani passport with at least six months validity remaining
- Valid multiple-entry US visa with at least six months validity beyond arrival
- Return or onward flight ticket
- Proof of sufficient economic means
- Proof of accommodation
Health Requirements
Health Requirements
MedicalNo mandatory vaccinations required for entry
Destination at a glance
Capital
San Jose
Continent
North America
Currency
Colon (CRC)
Phone code
+506
Language
Spanish
Exchange rate
1 CRC = 0.6099 PKR
Currency converter
LivePKR
60.99
USD
0.22
Best Months to Travel
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Frequently asked questions
Does a valid US visa change the Costa Rica visa requirement for Pakistani passport holders?▾
Visa-free entry
Does my US visa guarantee entry into Costa Rica?▾
No, the visa exemption allows travel without a prior consular visa, but the final decision on entry and the duration of stay rests with the immigration officer at the border
What happens if my US visa expires during my stay in Costa Rica?▾
The US visa must be valid for at least six months at the time of your entry into Costa Rica; travel plans should conclude well before your US visa expiration
Are there any specific documents I should carry for immigration?▾
You should carry your passport with the valid US visa, proof of onward travel, proof of accommodation, and evidence of sufficient funds