Costa Rica: Reduced Period of Stay for Group Two Visitors and Expansion of Visa Exemption

The General Immigration Directorate (DGME) published a resolution that reduces the maximum period of stay to 30 days per visit in Costa Rica, down from 90 days, for visa-exempt tourists and business visitors who are part of Group Two as classified by the DGME. However, these foreign nationals can apply to the DGME for an extension of their stay for up to a total of 90 days. Additionally, the resolution expands visa-exempt status to additional foreign nationals from visa-required countries who hold visas or residence in other specified countries.