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Do citizens of Vatican City need a visa for Costa Rica?

Visa-free· 180 days

No. Vatican City 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
Document checklist

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: Vatican City → 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 Vatican City

Costa Rica has no resident embassy or consulate in Vatican City on record. Vatican City 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
Directions
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Source: Wikidata Q56337794Record updated: May 7, 2025

Vatican City missions in Costa Rica

  • Apostolic Nunciature to Costa RicaApostolic Nunciature · San José · (+506) 2232-2128See all
Vatican City embassy & consulates in Costa Rica

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Frequently asked questions

Do citizens of Vatican City need a visa for Costa Rica?

No. Vatican City 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 Vatican City stay in Costa Rica?

Up to 180 days per visit.

Is there an embassy of Costa Rica in Vatican City?

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