Costa Rica visa requirements for Mauritians
Travel and visa requirements
Costa Rican Visa is not required for Mauritians
Stay Duration: 90 days
Entry Requirements
- Mauritians visiting Costa Rica can stay for a period of 90 days visa free.
- Mauritians visiting Costa Rica must have a passport valid for at least 3 months from the date of arrival.
- Mauritians visiting Costa Rica must have a valid return ticket.
- Mauritians visiting Costa Rica with pets must have a health certificate and a proof of rabies vaccination.
- Mauritians visiting Costa Rica music check for a yellow fever vaccination at least 10 days before your arrival into the country.
- Flights from Mauritius to Costa Rica typically last for about 28 hours and 45 minutes.
- While Costa Rica is home to a diverse religious demography, Christianity is currently the religion practised by a vast majority of Costa Rica’s population.
- The exchange rate between the Mauritian rupee and the Costa Rican Colón is currently at 1 MUR = 15.95 CRC.
- Because the time zone currently in use in Costa Rica is the Central Standard Time ( GMT-6), Costa Rica is 10 hours behind Mauritius.
- Getting around in Costa Rica is possible with the various public means of transportation available, this includes car rentals, buses, mini buses, and domestic flights.
- Costa Rica uses a type A and B adapter for visitors travelling with chargeable devices.
- Costa Rica has a temperate climate, with the rainy season –called the green season by locals – from May to December.
- The best time to visit Costa Rica is during the dry season from mid December to April. This peak tourist season boasts plenty of sunshine making it an ideal time for exploring rainforests and lounging on beaches.
- While Spanish is the official language, English is also spoken by a small percentage of the people in Costa Rica.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can you exchange money while in Costa Rica??
Exchanging money is possible at the higher end hotels and also at banks. Banks are likely to offer you the better deal. You can also simply get colones from the many ATMs you can find around the country, but make sure you are aware of the exchange rate.
What currency is accepted in Costa Rica??
US dollars are accepted in the most touristy areas but make sure to bring colones when going off the beaten paths.
Are there dangerous currents for swimmers??
Costa Rica’s beaches do not usually have lifeguards, so you need to be very aware of rip tides and undertows. Most of these accidental deaths are caused when swimmers panic. Many rip tides will pull you out but not under. To escape a rip tide, swim parallel to shore until you find a place where the current subsidies, then swim to shore.
What tourist activities can you engage in while in Costa Rica??
From swimming to to watching to on the sand, the in Costa Rica are a great place for activities.
Can you drink the tap water??
The tap water when traveling to Costa Rica is perfectly safe, but it is recommended that you stick to the bottled variety wherever possible, because water in certain areas may not be good for your system.