Costa Rica visa requirements for Singaporeans

Travel and visa requirements

Costa Rican Visa is not required for Singaporeans

Stay Duration: 90 days

Entry Requirements

  • The Costa Rican visa policy permits the Singapore nationals to visit Costa Rica without a visa. 
  • The visa-free policy allows Singapore citizens to stay in Costa Rica for up to 90 days.
  • The duration of stay can be extended beyond the given days but attracts an extension fee.
  • Visitor's passport must be valid for at least six (6) months above the date of their entry into Costa Rica.
  • Proof of round-trip or onward tickets should be made available before your arrival into the country.
  • Evidence of accommodation reservations or confirmed hotel booking is required.
  • Airport tax must be made at the airport of departure.
  • The time zone used in Costa Rica is (GMT-6), hence, Singapore is 14 hours ahead of Costa Rica.
  • Estimated flight duration from Singapore to Costa Rica is 23 hours, 29 minutes.
  • The telephone code of Costa Rica is (+506) for both local and international communications.
  • The official currency used in Costa Rica is Costa Rican Colon denotes (CRC), and its capital is San Jose.
  • The importation or exportation of either local or foreign currency is not restricted. However, only US Dollars are accepted for exchange in the country.
  • Importation of arms and ammunition must be declared at the airport and must properly examined by the airport police.
  • Visitors required to provide a good health and rabies vaccination certificate for their pets.
  • Spanish is the national and official language spoken in Costa Rica. Some languages such as Creole-English and Jamaican Patois are also spoken along.
  • Catholicism is the predominant Christian religion practiced by 76% of its population, while Evangelical Christianity, Jehovah's Witness and Protestant Christian are also exercised in  Costa Rica.
  • Costa Rican climate is usually hot in the coasts and mild around the plateau areas.
  • Some of the delicacies in Costa Rica are Rice pudding, Tamale, Olla de Carne, Chifrijo, Cassado, Gallo pinto, etc.
  • San Jose's Museum, Beaches, diverse, wildlife and rainforest, Monteverde's Cloud Forest Reserve, La Fortuna' Arenal Volcano and La Fortuna Waterfall and the beguiling of the tourist attraction in Costa Rica.
  • Power plugs used in Costa Rica is usually 2-pronged flat type, 110 Volt of electricity with 60Hz.
  • Banks in Costa Rica close operation on Saturday and Sunday afternoon.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Costa Rican airport tax cost?

Costa Rican airport tax also known as embarking tax is levied on all travelers and it costs $29 USD.


Is Costa Rica an island country?

Costa Rica is not an island because of the countries(like Panama and Nicaragua) that bordered it. 



What are the major natural resources that Costa Rica has?

Costa Rica does not have many natural resources. But abundant agricultural land is considered its major resource.


How much money should I budget per day in Costa Rica?
Generally, depending on the activities you mapped out for the day, tourists should budget between $100 to $200 to spend per day in Costa Rica.
What is the best time to visit Costa Rica?
The best time of the year to visit Costa Rica is from mid-December to April, which is the country's dry season. During this period, roads are easily accessible and tourists can explore the country better.