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Tourist Travel Requirements for a Costa Rica Visa for Indian Citizens

1. Visa May Not Be Required

   Visa exempt for a stay of up to 30 days. The traveller must:

   • Hold a valid multiple entry visitor visa from the U.S or Canada valid for six months on entry and stamped in the applicant's actual passport

   Or

   • Hold legal residence in the US, Canada, or any European Union or Schengen member state

   
   Upon arrival, travellers are required to present a copy of their travel document which needs to be apostilled or legalised and translated into Spanish.

2. Passport

   The applicant's actual passport. The passport must:

   • Be valid for at least six months beyond entry date
   • Have at least three blank visa pages

3. Photograph(s)

   You must provide two colour, passport type photographs that meet the following criteria:

   • Be taken within the last three months and printed on high quality photo paper
   • Be taken against an all white background
   • Be 2 inches by 2 inches in size
   • Provide the full frontal view of your head with your face centered in the middle and displaying a neutral (non-smiling) expression
   • You may wear neither spectacles nor headwear except for religious purposes
   • Your photos should not be affixed to your application and they may not display evidence of adhesive or staples

4. Proof of Travel Arrangements

   Details of travel arrangements. This must be provided as:

   • A copy of the flight confirmation showing onward/return travel
   • A copy of the hotel confirmation showing hotel's full name and contact details

5. Proof of Financial Means

   This must be provided as a copy of the applicant's last three bank statements. The bank statements must:

   • Be originals
   • Be stamped and sealed by the bank

6. Cover Letter

   This must be provided as an original covering letter from the applicant. This letter must:

   • Have a subject line indicating the purpose of visit
   • State passport details
   • Include the purpose of visit, duration of stay, and travel dates
   • Be signed by the applicant

7. Police Clearance Certificate

   A copy of a Police Clearance Certificate issued by the High Commission. The certificate must: 

   • Be issued within the last six months
   • Be authenticated by the Secretary of State
   • Be translated to Spanish

8. Letter of Authorisation

   One fully completed and signed authorization form that can be found within the CIBTvisas Application Pack

9. Visa Application Form

   Two fully completed and signed application forms.

10. CIBTvisas Order Form

    Provide the CIBTvisas Order Form included in this kit.

    Please note that all card payments will only be made upon completion of the visa application process. 

11. Applicants holding previous passport(s)

    Applicants must provide the original of previously issued passport(s), if applicable.

12. Employed Applicants

    Employed applicants must provide copies of the following documents:

    • Leave Sanctioned Certificate with company seal showing approval for leave
    • Salary slips for the last three months

13. Self Employed Applicants

    Self employed applicants must provide copies of the following documents:

    • Company Registration License or Partnership Deed
    • Company Bank Statement for the last 6 months with bank stamp and seal
    • Income Tax Return (ITR) for the last three years

14. Student Applicants

    Student applicants must provide a copy of the ID card from school, college or educational institute.

15. Retired Applicants

    Retired applicants must provide a proof of retirement. This can be provided as a copy of any of the following documents:

    • Pension Book
    • Bank Statement
    • Retirement Letter

16. Minors

    Minor applicants must provide copies of the following documents:

    • Birth Certificate showing the names of both parents
    • Legalized Letter of Consent (NOC)
    • ID card of both parents

    If the minor is travelling with one parent, the Letter of Consent authorizing travel must be legalized by the other parent.

    If the minor is travelling alone or without either parent, the Letter of Consent must be notarized by both parents.

    In case one or both parents are deceased, a Death Certificate must be provided for the deceased parent(s). 

17. Applicants Visiting Family or Friends

    Applicants visiting friends or family in Costa Rica must provide a copy of the following documents:

    • Invitation Letter from the inviter. The letter must state the relationship with the invitee, mention the purpose of visit, and indicate the responsibility for housing and related expenses during the visit 
    • Residency Proof of Inviter. This can be provided as a copy of the inviter's passport or residence permit
    • Utility bill from the inviter that shows the address of residence

18. Applicants Sponsored by Host

    Applicants sponsored by a host in Costa Rica must provide a copy of the following documents:

    • Sponsorship Letter from the sponsor. The letter must state the name of the host, mention the purpose of visit, and indicate the duration of stay
    • Residency Proof of Inviter. This can be provided as a copy of the sponsor's passport or residence permit
    • Utility bill from the inviter that shows the address of residence
    • Proof of Financial Support in the form of an updated bank statement or pay slips