You need a visa for Costa Rica if you have a Kosovar passport

These visas exist for Costa Rica, but they cannot be applied for online with Kosovar nationality. Tell us about your trip and we will come back with the options and a price.

Visa required

Frequently asked questions

Do Kosovar citizens need a visa for Costa Rica?

Yes. Kosovar citizens need a visa for Costa Rica. It is not available online — the application goes through an embassy or consulate.

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What Costa Rica may ask for

Not every traveller is asked for all of these. A valid passport is checked every time; the rest is a spot check at the border, and some items belong to a visa application rather than the crossing itself.

Passport valid 6+ months with 2 blank pages
Passport photo 35x45mm, white background
Hotel booking or invitation letter from host
Return flight or onward travel itinerary
Proof of sufficient funds for your stay
Completed visa application form

Entry requirements for Kosovar travellers

These rules apply specifically to Kosovar passport holders entering Costa Rica as tourists. Each one links to the official source where available.

May be required
Departure tax may be required for travelers exiting Costa Rica
Air travelers are required to pay a departure tax when exiting Costa Rica. Most airlines include this departure tax in their airline ticket fees. For travelers flying with airlines that do not cover the departure tax in their airline ticket fees, they will be required to pay USD 29.00 when exiting Costa Rica. If required, travelers can pay the tax at the airport upon departure with United States dollars, Costa Rican colones, credit or debit cards. Travelers can check their ticket receipt to see if the departure tax fee has already been included in their ticket fees.
Visit Costa Rica Last checked 2026-08-04