Costa Rican visa for Sri Lankan citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Sri Lankan 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 Sri Lankan citizens to enter Costa Rica for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Costa Rica e-visa for Sri Lankan citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Costa Rica visa on arrival for Sri Lankan citizens | Not Available | |
Costa Rica tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Sri Lankan 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 Sri Lanka, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Costa Rica nearest your place of residence.
- Mumbai: The Consulate General of in Mumbai, ~ 1499.21 kilometers (931.56 mi) away from Colombo, Sri Lanka. (Working hours: Close now).
- Bangkok: The Consulate General of in Bangkok, ~ 2254.96 kilometers (1401.17 mi) away from Colombo, Sri Lanka. (Working hours: Close now).
Costa Rica visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Costa Rica diplomatic mission offices to Sri Lanka for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Sri Lanka traveling to Costa Rica from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Sri Lanka) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 4,178 | N/A |
| 2009 | 3,846 | -7.95% |
| 2010 | 4,200 | 9.20% |
| 2011 | 4,384 | 4.38% |
| 2012 | 4,686 | 6.89% |
| 2013 | 4,856 | 3.63% |
| 2014 | 5,054 | 4.08% |
| 2015 | 5,320 | 5.26% |
| 2016 | 5,850 | 9.96% |
| 2017 | 5,920 | 1.20% |
| 2018 | 6,034 | 1.93% |
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 & Sri Lanka comparison
Costa Rica's area is approximately 51,060 km2 (19,714 sq mi), while the area of Sri Lanka is approximately 62,710 km2 (24,212 sq mi). This means Sri Lanka is 22.82% larger than Costa Rica.
As of April 2024, Costa Rica's population is ~5.3 million people - 16,491,410 fewer people than the population of Sri Lanka.
We have highlighted Costa Rica & Sri Lanka’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Costa Rica | Sri Lanka | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2024) | 5,281,581 | 21,772,991 | 16.5 million fewer people live in Costa Rica than Sri Lanka |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 98 | 67 | Costa Rica has 31 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Sri Lanka. |
| Travel freedom (2024) | 111 | 16 | Costa Rica passport holders can visit 95 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 52 | 61 | Costa Rican hosts 9 fewer foreign missions than Sri Lanka. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Sri Lanka travel to Costa Rica in one year?
The number of visitors from Sri Lanka visiting Costa Rica in 2018 was approximately 6,034.
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