
Do Costa Rica passport holders need a visa for United States?
Yes. Costa Rica passport holders need a visa to visit United States.
Last updated 9 November 2026
Entry status
Visa requiredBefore you go:
- Children also need their own ESTA approval.
- ESTA applications may be submitted before travel and are recommended when preparing travel plans or before buying airline tickets.
- VWP applicants need a machine-readable passport valid for six months beyond the intended stay; expired passports are ineligible.
- All VWP travellers must use an e-passport.