For holders of a passport from
Stay allowance: 180 days
Do I need a visa to visit Costa Rica with a United Kingdom passport?
Visa not required
Key entry notes
- As of 2025, British passport holders can visit Costa Rica without a visa for up to 180 days under a tourist visa waiver.
- The exact period is at the discretion of the immigration officer on arrival.
- If they plan to work, or stay for a longer period, the visitor must consult the Costa Rican Embassy in the UK.