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COSTA RICA IS OPEN: Costa Rica re-opened to tourists in September 2020 and the good news is that since April 1st, 2022 the Costa Rica Health Pass is no longer needed to enter the country.

DOCUMENT OVERVIEW
The Costa Rica Health Pass was designed to screen international arrivals in order to minimize the risks associated with the coronavirus pandemic. All adult travelers who wish to enter Costa Rica are required to complete this form.

If you’re ready to get started on your journey to Costa Rica, apply for the Health Pass now.

WHO CAN ENTER COSTA RICA WITH THIS DOCUMENT
All nationalities can apply for this document to enter Costa Rica. It is not mandatory to present a negative COVID-19 PCR test result for the application form or to enter the country, but this is subject to change depending on how the health situation develops.

Go to the application page to complete the Costa Rica Health Pass.

OBTAIN THE COSTA RICA HEALTH PASS
To apply for the Health Pass, you must provide information about your health status and intended stay in Costa Rica. Passengers must comply with all local health and safety protocols.

DISPLAY THE DOCUMENT
Once you submit your application, we’ll forward the Costa Rica Health Pass to you via email before your trip, so you can show it to the authorities when you get to the airport.

You can find up-to-date information about Costa Rica in the FAQs below.

ABOUT COVID-19 SELF-TESTING
Don't waste vacation time searching for a COVID-19 test center. Even if you don't need to take a test to enter Costa Rica, you will need a negative COVID-19 test result to enter the US. Simplify testing by ordering the eMed self-testing COVID-19 kit online. Pack the test in your suitcase and self-test no more than 3 days prior to your flight back to the US. Check the FAQs to learn more about our trusted testing partner.

Required Documents to Apply

  • Medical proof of COVID-19 vaccination (if applicable)

  • Medical Insurance (if applicable)

  • Passport Personal Details Scan (if applicable)
Important Instructions

  • US RESIDENTS ONLY: To return to the US you’ll need to take a COVID-19 test the day before your entry date. Don’t waste time looking for a test lab in Costa Rica. Simplify travel with the purchase of an eMed test kit. Order yours now and pack it in your luggage. Then follow the Certified Guide’s online instructions to take the mandatory test 24 hours before your journey back to the US.

  • The Costa Rica Health Pass is part of the required documents you will need to enter Costa Rica, however it DOES NOT replace a visa. If your country’s citizens require a visa, the immigration officers will ask for your visa when you try to enter Costa Rica. Keep in mind some nationalities will require a paper visa. If that is the case, we suggest you contact your local Costa Rican embassy.

  • All travelers must fill out the Costa Rica Health Pass, with the exception of children under the age of 2 years old. Underage travelers’ legal parents or guardians should fill it out on their behalf.

  • Print and carry the Costa Rica Health Pass to present it at the point of entry.

  • If this Health Pass is for a minor or a dependent person, it must be completed by the person’s legal guardian.

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No, you don't need a COVID vaccination certificate to enter Costa Rica.

  • Accepted vaccines are AstraZeneca, Janssen, Moderna, Pfizer-BioNTech, Sinovac, Sinopharm, Covaxin.

  • You are considered vaccinated if all doses of a vaccine against SARS-Cov-2 have been administered for at least two weeks before traveling.

COVID test prior to arrival: There are no testing requirements to enter Costa Rica.

The eMed self-test COVID-19 kit includes 6 rapid antigen tests that meet major US airline's entry requirements- perfect for travelers on round-trip journeys from the United States!

Order your test kit before your trip and it will be delivered to your home address for easy testing, anywhere, anytime. The Certified Guide will help you get results in 15 minutes on the NAVICA app. Get the eMed self-test COVID-19 kit for $150- that’s only $25 per test.

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Quarantine requirements: There are no quarantine requirements in Costa Rica.
It’s a travel document that must be displayed at the moment of arrival in Costa Rica by all international travelers in order to confirm their health status. Apply for the Health Pass now.
When you apply for the Costa Rica Health Pass, prices will change depending on the processing time you select:
  • Standard Processing Time: 24 hours - USD $21.99.
  • Rush Processing Time: 4 hours - USD $39.99.
  • Super Rush Processing Time: 30 minutes - USD $66.99.
Yes, the Costa Rica Health Pass is usually available for free at the airport. However, applying for the Health Pass beforehand with iVisa.com can save you waiting time in customs or immigration lines and eliminates the unnecessary hassle of filling out an official document while in transit. Moreover, we provide the form in multiple languages so you can pick the language that is easiest for you. To be sure your document is as error-free as possible, our team of experts will review your application for any mistakes. Think of it as a “fast pass” for your trip to Costa Rica. Get your Health Pass now.

Currently, travelers from all countries are allowed to enter Costa Rica. Everyone must fill out the Costa Rica Health Pass.

Apply for your Costa Rica Health Pass now

It is a mandatory document. For entry to Costa Rica, government authorities will ask you to present your Health Pass. Get started on your Health Pass now.
Children under the age of 2 are exempt from this requirement. Parents or legal guardians should complete the form for minors between the age of 2 and 17.

It’s recommended for you to apply for the Health Pass at least 3 days before your departure date to Costa Rica.

Start right now and avoid delays for your travel document.

Completing the application form won’t take you more than 5 minutes. Get started now
You can use the Health Pass for a Single Entry. This means that you must request a new one every time you travel to Costa Rica.
You must complete the application form with your personal and travel information. Once you submit it to us, our team will process your request and forward the Costa Rica Health Pass to you via email.
Yes! Don’t hesitate to get in touch with our customer service agents if you have any questions. They’re available 24/7 and will help you out with anything you need to get your Costa Rica Health Pass.
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