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Do citizens of Malta need a visa for Costa Rica?

Visa-free· 180 days

No. Malta passport holders can enter Costa Rica without a visa. The stay is limited to 180 days.

Entry rule
Visa-free
Length of stay
180 days
Where to get it
No visa needed
Last checked
Nov 9, 2026

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.

Document checklist: Malta → 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.
  • You can stay up to 180 days without a visa.
  • Return or onward ticket.
  • Proof of accommodation (hotel booking or invitation).
  • Proof of sufficient funds (bank statements of the last 3–6 months).
  • Travel medical insurance for the whole stay.

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

Costa Rica missions in Malta

Costa Rica has no resident embassy or consulate in Malta on record. Malta is covered by the Costa Rica mission in Rome, Italy.
EmbassyRome

embassy of Costa Rica to the Holy See, Rome

Data completeness55%
Address
Via Alberico II, 33, Rome
Opening hours
Not yet verified
Also covers
Monaco, Malta, Vatican City
Source: Wikidata Q56337794Record updated: May 7, 2025

Malta missions in Costa Rica

  • Consulado de la República de MaltaConsulate General · San José · (+506) 2290-3737See all
Malta embassy & consulates in Costa Rica

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Frequently asked questions

Do citizens of Malta need a visa for Costa Rica?

No. Malta passport holders can enter Costa Rica without a visa. The stay is limited to 180 days. Visa rules change often. Always confirm with the official embassy or government site before you travel.

How long can citizens of Malta stay in Costa Rica?

Up to 180 days per visit.

Is there an embassy of Costa Rica in Malta?

No. Costa Rica has no resident embassy or consulate in Malta on record. Malta is covered by the Costa Rica mission in Rome, Italy.