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Burkina Faso embassy & consulates in Costa Rica

Visa required$2,800/moSOS 911Updated Nov 9, 2026
Quick answer

Burkina Faso has no resident embassy or consulate in Costa Rica on record. Costa Rica is covered by the Burkina Faso mission in Cuba (Havana).

Entry rules for Burkina Faso passport holders → Costa Rica:Visa required
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Costa Rica is covered by the Burkina Faso mission in Havana, Cuba.

EmbassyHavana

embassy of Burkina Faso in Cuba, Havana

Data completeness55%
Address
Calle 40 No. 516e/ 5ta A y 7ma, Havana
Opening hours
Not yet verified
Also covers
Costa Rica, Panama
Source: Wikidata Q111083833Record updated: Feb 9, 2026

Entry rules for Burkina Faso passport holders

Costa RicaVisa required

Visa rules change often. Always confirm with the official embassy or government site before you travel. Source: Passport Index dataset (MIT), refreshed Nov 9, 2026.

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Document checklist: Burkina Faso → Costa Rica

General guidance for a short trip. Requirements change, so confirm with the official sources linked below.

  • Passport valid for at least 6 months after your trip, with 2 blank pages.
  • Completed visa application form.
  • Recent passport photos.
  • Travel medical insurance for the whole stay.
  • Proof of sufficient funds (bank statements of the last 3–6 months).
  • Employment letter or proof of business/studies.
  • Proof of accommodation (hotel booking or invitation).
  • Return or onward ticket.

Only use the official government portal. Many look-alike sites charge extra.

Apostille or legalisation?
Consular legalisation required
Burkina Faso → Costa Rica
Driving licence abroad
No shared convention. Check local rules: a local licence or official translation may be required.
Burkina Faso → Costa Rica

Applying for a visa? Costa Rica missions in Burkina Faso

No Costa Rica mission in Burkina Faso on record.

Frequently asked questions

Is there an embassy of Burkina Faso in Costa Rica?

No. Burkina Faso has no resident embassy or consulate in Costa Rica on record. Costa Rica is covered by the Burkina Faso mission in Cuba (Havana).

Do citizens of Burkina Faso need a visa for Costa Rica?

Visa required. Visa rules change often. Always confirm with the official embassy or government site before you travel.

What should I do if I lose my passport in Costa Rica?

Report the loss to the local police (emergency: 911), then contact the Burkina Faso embassy or consulate in Costa Rica for an emergency travel document. Bring ID copies and a police report.