Costa Rican visa for New Zealand citizens
A visa is NOT required for New Zealand passport holders visiting Costa Rica for a short-term stay: 180 days.
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For New Zealand citizens to enter Costa Rica for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | 180 days |
| Evisa | Costa Rica e-visa for New Zealand citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Costa Rica visa on arrival for New Zealand citizens | Not Available | |
Costa Rica tourist visa requirements:
- Holding New Zealand passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Costa Rica.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Costa Rica.
If you are looking for Costa Rica visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from New Zealand, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Costa Rica nearest your place of residence.
- Sydney: The Consulate General of in Sydney, ~ 2225.13 kilometers (1382.63 mi) away from Wellington, New Zealand. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 6 hours 24 minutes).
- Canberra: The Embassy of in Canberra, ~ 2329.90 kilometers (1447.73 mi) away from Wellington, New Zealand. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 6 hours 24 minutes).
Costa Rica visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Costa Rica diplomatic mission offices to New Zealand for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from New Zealand traveling to Costa Rica from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (New Zealand) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 3,011 | N/A |
| 2009 | 2,807 | -6.78% |
| 2010 | 2,807 | 0.00% |
| 2011 | 2,807 | 0.00% |
| 2012 | 3,040 | 8.30% |
| 2013 | 2,865 | -5.76% |
| 2014 | 3,011 | 5.10% |
| 2015 | 2,924 | -2.89% |
| 2016 | 2,777 | -5.03% |
| 2017 | 2,807 | 1.08% |
| 2018 | 3,040 | 8.30% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Costa Rica & New Zealand comparison
Costa Rica's area is approximately 51,060 km2 (19,714 sq mi), while the area of New Zealand is approximately 263,310 km2 (101,664 sq mi). This means New Zealand is 5.16 times bigger than Costa Rica.
As of April 2024, Costa Rica's population is ~5.3 million people - 301,179 more people than the population of New Zealand.
We have highlighted Costa Rica & New Zealand’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Costa Rica | New Zealand | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2024) | 5,281,581 | 4,980,402 | 301179 more people live in Costa Rica than New Zealand |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 98 | 72 | Costa Rica has 26 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with New Zealand. |
| Travel freedom (2024) | 111 | 135 | Costa Rica passport holders visit 24 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 52 | 115 | Costa Rican hosts 63 fewer foreign missions than New Zealand. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from New Zealand travel to Costa Rica in one year?
The number of visitors from New Zealand visiting Costa Rica in 2018 was approximately 3,040.
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- Travel time: 54 hours 54 minutes
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