You need a visa for Costa Rica if you have a New Caledonian passport

Entry requirements for New Caledonian travellers

These rules apply specifically to New Caledonian 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
• Not required

  Proof of COVID-19 vaccination is not required for Costa Rica

  Travelers don’t need proof of COVID-19 vaccination before traveling to Costa Rica.

  Last checked 2026-08-04
• Not required

  Proof of pre-departure COVID-19 test is not required

  Travelers don’t need a COVID-19 test before traveling to Costa Rica.

  Last checked 2026-08-04
• Not required

  Proof of pre-departure COVID-19 test is not required for transit

  Travelers don’t need a COVID-19 test when transiting through Costa Rica.

  Last checked 2026-08-04

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Costa Rica visa requirements by passport