Do citizens of Canada need a visa for Costa Rica?
Here's the current entry rule for Canada passport holders travelling to Costa Rica — plus how long you can stay, how to apply, and the official source.
Visa-free · up to 180 days
No visa needed for this destination.
How to get it
Just bring a passport valid for your whole trip — no visa needed for short tourist stays.
Country facts
CapitalSan José
CurrencyCosta Rican Colón
LanguageSpanish
Dialing code+506
RegionNorth America
Drives onthe right
For short tourist stays · data as of 2026-02-17 · always confirm with the official source.