India visa requirements for Costa Ricans

Travel and visa requirements

Indian Visa is not required for Costa Ricans

Stay Duration: 90 days

Entry Requirements

  • According to the visa policy in India, citizens of Costa Rica can visit the country for a period of 90 days by applying for an Electronic visa(e-visa).
  • Travellers are advised to apply for the e-visa, at least four days before departure. Also, the e-visa costs about USD 80.
  • Intending visitors are required to possess a valid passport of a minimum of 6 months beyond the date of India. The passport should have at least two blank pages for visa stamping.
  • The import and export of India’s local currency are pegged at INR 25,000.
  • Also, the import and export of foreign currencies are unlimited, however, amounts exceeding $ 5,000 or its equivalent would be declared.
  • Costa Ricans must show evidence of a confirmed means of accommodation for their entire stay in India. This could be in the form of a sponsor letter from a host living in the country or a hotel reservation.
  • Costa Rica nationals entering India with firearms require an Import Permit from the Directorate General of Civil Aviation in India.
  • Travellers with pets (dogs and cats) must be accompanied by a veterinarian health certificate issued in Costa Rica.
  • A recent bank statement, to show that the visitor have enough money to spend while in India will be required.
  • Tourists from Costa Rica are not required to provide a yellow fever vaccination. They are also advised to be vaccinated against common illnesses before departure.
  • The importation of remote-controlled drones and helicopters is allowed only with a WPC license issued by the Ministry of Communication and Information Technology.
  • Also, the importation of all kind of birds and bird products, pigs and pig meat products is prohibited.
  • Prospective visitors can travel to India from any international airport in Costa Rica. There are international airports in Alajuela and Liberia.
  • Air Canada, United, SWISS, Delta, British Airways and Alitalia are some of the airlines that fly from Costa Rica to India.
  • The estimated flight duration from Alajuela to New Delhi, India is 20 hours, 35 minutes and from Liberia, it is 21 hours, 40 minutes.
  • India has a temperate and tropical climate. It has four major seasons which are summer which is from March to May, winter from December to February, monsoon from June to September and post-monsoon also known as northeast monsoon which is from October to November. 
  • Hinduism, Christianity and Islam are the major religions in India. Other religions like Buddhism, Jainism and Sikhism are also present in the country, although as a minority.
  • India is a country with hundreds of languages spoken in the country. It has no national language.  Hindi and English are however the official languages.
  • The Indian rupee is the official currency used in India. Visitors can visit various banks and exchange outlets in the country to exchange their foreign currencies.
  • Tourists are advised to budget about $43 to spend on daily expenses while in India.
  • Visitors are advised to always have toilet paper and hand sanitizers with them while in India.
  • The Taj Mahal, The Holy City of Varanasi, Harmandir Sahib and The Golden City are some of the places tourists can visit while in India.
  • The power and socket plug used in Singapore are of Type  C, D and M. The standard voltage is 230 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
  • Special delicacies tourists can try while in Zambia are butter chicken, alu gobi, rogan josh and samosas.
  • Transportation in India can be done with buses, train, taxis and small boats. 
  • India uses India Standard Time (GMT+5:30). India is 11 hours 30 minutes ahead of Costa Rica.
  • Tourists are expected to be courteous and conscious of existing rules and customs as they go about their tourism-related activities. 

Frequently Asked Questions

Are there cheap hotels in India?

Depending on where in India you visiting, there are lots of cheap hotels in India. The major cities Delhi and Mumbai may not offer low budget hotels.

Can I get street foods in India?

Street food is like a culture in India and it is one of the things foreigners enjoy about the country. Every city has its speciality when it comes to street food, like chole (chickpeas) in Punjabi to Pani Puri in Mumbai, Delhi and Kolkata

What zoo can I visit while in India?

Mysore Zoo, Lucknow Zoo, Thiruvananthapuram Zoo and Kolkata Zoo are some of the zoos tourists can visit during their stay in India.

When is the best time to travel to India?

The best time to visit India is from October to March when the weather is more likely to be warm, sunny, and dry. During this period, tourists can easily explore the country.