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Visiting Costa Rica - Do I need a Visa?

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A Visa is not required if traveling from the Unites States, Canada or most European countries. The following are required: PASSPORT VALIDITY: Passport must be valid for the period of the stay. BLANK PASSPORT PAGES: 1 page per entry stamp. TOURIST VISA REQUIRED: Visa not required for stays less than 180 days. But a return ticket is required. VACCINATIONS: Yellow fever Required if arriving from certain countries in South America or Africa. CURRENCY RESTRICTIONS FOR ENTRY: 10,000 USD CURRENCY RESTRICTIONS FOR EXIT: 10,000 USD