Visa may not be required
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Plan for a sticker visa or embassy submission.
Visa Required
No
E-Visa
No
On Arrival
No
Insurance
No
Health
None mandatory
Visa fee
USD 30
Single Entry
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Destination at a glance
- Country
- Costa Rica
- Capital
- San Jose
- Continent
- North America
- Currency
- Colon (CRC)
- Phone code
- +506
- Language
- Spanish
- Exchange rate
- 1 CRC = 0.6136 PKR
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Visa Status & Eligibility
Visa exemption may apply
Pakistani passport holders who possess a valid, multiple-entry US visa (excluding transit visas) valid for at least six months are exempt from the requirement to obtain a consular visa for tourism
Application notes
- Pakistani passport holders with a valid, multiple-entry US visa (B1/B2 or D) valid for at least six months beyond arrival are exempt from a Costa Rican visa
- Transit visas (C1, C2, C3) do not qualify for this exemption
- The US visa must be physically present in the passport or valid as a digital entry record
- Entry is subject to the final decision of the immigration officer at the port of entry
- Travelers must possess a return or onward ticket to exit Costa Rica within the allowed stay period
- Proof of economic solvency (minimum US$100 per month of stay) may be requested by immigration officials
- Ensure passport is valid for at least six months beyond the date of entry
- Always carry printed copies of your itinerary and proof of accommodation
Application Process
Mapping your visa journey…
Step 1
Verify that your US visa is a multiple-entry B1/B2 or D category and valid for at least six months
Step 2
Ensure your passport has at least six months of validity remaining from the date of entry
Step 3
Book your return or onward travel ticket
Step 4
Prepare proof of economic solvency and accommodation details for inspection upon arrival
Step 5
Present your passport with the valid US visa to the immigration officer at the port of entry
Document Checklist
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Application documents
- Valid Pakistani passport with at least six months validity remaining
- Valid multiple-entry US visa (B1/B2 or D) with at least six months validity
- Return or onward flight ticket
- Proof of sufficient economic means (e.g., bank statements or credit cards)
- Proof of accommodation (hotel reservation or invitation letter)
Supporting documents
- Valid Pakistani passport
- Valid multiple-entry US visa
- Return or onward flight ticket
- Proof of economic solvency (bank statements or credit cards)
- Proof of accommodation (hotel booking or host invitation)
- CNIC (Computerized National Identity Card)
- FRC (Family Registration Certificate from NADRA) if applicable
Health Requirements
MedicalNo mandatory vaccinations required for entry
Frequently Asked Questions
No, the visa exemption allows you to travel without a prior Costa Rican visa, but the final decision on entry and the duration of stay rests with the immigration officer at the border
The US visa must be valid for at least six months at the time of your entry into Costa Rica; it is recommended to ensure your travel plans conclude well before your US visa expiration
You should carry your passport, proof of onward travel, proof of accommodation, and evidence of sufficient funds (e.g., bank statements or credit cards) to demonstrate your ability to support yourself during your stay
HIGH advisory
Qatar has suspended visa-on-arrival services for Pakistani passport holders. Travelers must secure a valid visa or entry permit prior to departure.
MEDIUM advisory
Technical glitches have periodically caused suspensions of Pakistani passport services at home and abroad. Expect potential processing delays for travel documents.
LOW advisory
The United Kingdom has transitioned to an eVisa system for Pakistani visitors, replacing physical immigration documents.
LOW advisory
Pakistan and Italy have signed an agreement to abolish visa requirements for holders of diplomatic passports.