Indian applicants who wish to apply for a visa can find all information for types of visa and supporting documents. Get details about available visa types, documents requirement for the application, visa fees, visa form, visa centre and general guidelines for Indian citizen who wish to travel Costa Rica with vfr visa.
Following is the list of documents required for Costa Rica Visit visa for Indians.
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Passport
- It must have minimun two blank pages for the visa stamp.
- It must be original and genuine.
- It must be valid for 6 months ahead of the span of stay.
- It must not be torn, ripped, split, or damaged in any kind of way.
The submitted passport must meet the parameters given below
One cannot cross international boundries without the passport. It is considered a criminal offense otherwise.
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Photo
- It must cover face 80% of the frame.
- It must be of proper size with dimensions of 35x45 mm (length - 45mm, breadth - 35mm).
- Two copies to be submitted with general photo guidelines.
- It must be clicked on an all white background.
- It must have a matte finish.
- It must be a recent photograph.
- The expressions on the face must be neutral, there must not be any kind of smiling of frowning in the photograph.
- Any kind of glasses must not be worn in the photograph.
- The hair must be tied back so that the face is clearly visible.
- The ears must be visible clearly.
- It must not have any headgear worn apart from religious reasons.
- It is to be taken care that your teeth do not show in the photograph.
The photographs must be provided as per the given photo specifications
Recent pictures are mandatory as old pictures can cause the authorities to reject your application.
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Air Ticket
- The air ticket has to be booked for the complete round trip.
- It must be confirmed for the complete round trip.
It is an important document and it should be submitted for the given reason
An air ticket shows your course of travel and confirms your return to the native country.
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Authority Letter
- It must be addressed to the agency and obtained with a stamp and signature.
It must follow the required criteria
Without the authority letter, the applicant is not allowed to do assigned business on behalf of the donor. Professional visa consultation is recommended.
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Old Passport
- If any of the traveler has old passport, it must be submitted along with latest passport.
- It must be original and in a good condition to access the required information.
If available, the old passport must also be provided meeting the given criteria
Without the old passport, you cannot get the visa stamp. Professional visa consultation is recommended.
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Valid Visa Copies
- It must be in good condition and valid.
- It must be verifiable and to be submitted at the time of new visa processing.
There are several visa documents that are needed. It is essential that they match the given characteristics
The visa copies can help speed up your visa issuance process.
Eligibility for getting Costa Rica Vfr Visa:
In order to be eligible to travel to the country on a visa, you will have to meet the following eligibility criteria.
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Be a genuine traveller-You must have a valid and good intention behind travelling to the country.
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Eligible to bear all expenses -You must possess sufficient funds to support yourself and any dependents throughout the stay.
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Reasons to return - You must have strong ties in your home country that will ensure that you will return after your stay.
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Be of good character - You must have a clean criminal track record and be of good character. You may have to provide PCC (Police Clearance Certificate) for the same.
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Be in good health -You must at least meet the minimum health requirements required by the authorities.
Visa Fees for Costa Rica Vfr Visa:
| Entry | Stay Duration | Validity | Fees |
|---|---|---|---|
| single entry | 30 days | 3 months | 3360.0 |
*Important Note:
Embassy/Consulate reserves the right to ask for additional documents or personal appearance for an interview in special cases. Submission of the above-mentioned documents does not guarantee that a visa is granted, so It's recommonded to get the professional visa consultation. Submission of incomplete documentation or refusal to appear for a special visa interview may result in the rejection of your visa application .
Although the information on this website has been prepared with utmost care. However, regulations and requirements are subject to change.