Costa Rican visa for Saudi Arabian citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Saudi Arabian passport holders visiting Costa Rica for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Saudi Arabian citizens to enter Costa Rica for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Costa Rica e-visa for Saudi Arabian citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Costa Rica visa on arrival for Saudi Arabian citizens | Not Available | |
Costa Rica tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Saudi Arabian 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 Saudi Arabia, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Costa Rica nearest your place of residence.
- Doha: The Embassy of in Doha, ~ 669.03 kilometers (415.72 mi) away from Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. (Working hours: Close now).
- Abu Dhabi: The Embassy of in Abu Dhabi, ~ 958.65 kilometers (595.68 mi) away from Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. (Working hours: Close now).
Costa Rica visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Costa Rica diplomatic mission offices to Saudi Arabia for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Saudi Arabia traveling to Costa Rica from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Saudi Arabia) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 1,045 | N/A |
| 2009 | 962 | -7.94% |
| 2010 | 1,050 | 9.15% |
| 2011 | 1,096 | 4.38% |
| 2012 | 1,172 | 6.93% |
| 2013 | 1,214 | 3.58% |
| 2014 | 1,264 | 4.12% |
| 2015 | 1,330 | 5.22% |
| 2016 | 1,463 | 10.00% |
| 2017 | 1,480 | 1.16% |
| 2018 | 1,509 | 1.96% |
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 & Saudi Arabia comparison
Costa Rica's area is approximately 51,060 km2 (19,714 sq mi), while the area of Saudi Arabia is approximately 2,149,690 km2 (829,999 sq mi). This means Saudi Arabia is 42.10 times bigger than Costa Rica.
As of April 2024, Costa Rica's population is ~5.3 million people - 31,746,452 fewer people than the population of Saudi Arabia.
We have highlighted Costa Rica & Saudi Arabia’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Costa Rica | Saudi Arabia | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2024) | 5,281,581 | 37,028,033 | 31.7 million fewer people live in Costa Rica than Saudi Arabia |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 98 | 114 | Costa Rica has 16 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Saudi Arabia. |
| Travel freedom (2024) | 111 | 39 | Costa Rica passport holders can visit 72 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 52 | 127 | Costa Rican hosts 75 fewer foreign missions than Saudi Arabia. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Saudi Arabia travel to Costa Rica in one year?
The number of visitors from Saudi Arabia visiting Costa Rica in 2018 was approximately 1,509.
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