Costa Rica: Elimination of Entry Stamps for Nationals and Residents

The General Immigration Directorate (DGME) has announced that nationals and residents of Costa Rica entering the country by air or sea will no longer receive a stamp in their passport. The measure is intended to promote digitalization and expedite the immigration process at Costa Rican airports. Nationals and residents who need a record of their exit or entry can request a migratory movement record or a Migratory Movement Certificate from the DGME, while the DGME develops a dedicated website where individuals would be able to download these records. The change does not affect non-resident foreign nationals who will continue to receive entry stamps that include their authorized period of stay in Costa Rica.