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Do I need a visa to go to Costa Rica?
Depending on your country of origin you may enter Costa Rica without a visa. USA, Canada and most European countries have this privilege. Please check with your local travel agent for any recent amendments to this rule....
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Can I enter Costa Rica with a one way ticket?
In general, the answer is no. Most airlines will not sell them, but this is changing and I understand that some airlines will do this. Some require proof that you will be applying for residency. As this seem to vary by airline, you should contact them directly...
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How can I get married in Costa Rica? What documents do I need?
Foreigners can get married in Costa Rica. The documents needed are: - original birth certificate - affidavit of single status - police record - valid passport - divorce decree (if applicable) - These documents need to follow the authentication procedure before being taken to Costa Rica. This means you must take or send these documents to a Costa Rica Embassy in your country BEFORE you come. They will attach tax stamps (timbres) and return the documents to you. The current price is about $40.0...
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Is the water safe to drink in Costa Rica?
The water is fine in nearly all locations. When in very remote or rural areas, you may wish to drink bottled water. Also, if you have a very sensitive stomach, bottled water may be a safer choice....
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Are credit cards accepted in Costa Rica?
In the major tourist areas, yes. However, many locations do not accept credit cards. It is always wise to inquire before arriving at your hotel/lodgings if credit cards are an option and also if there are ATM locations nearby that can be used....
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Do I need power adapters for electronics?
The Power is 110V Standard 2-3 pronged plugs. Unless the items are setup for 220V power you should be fine. *Read 2-3 Pronged plugs are the North American Standard*...
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What documents are required to bring my pet to Costa Rica?
Dogs and cats entering Costa Rica must have a health certificate issued by a licensed veterinarian, endorsed by a veterinarian service (VS) veterinarian. The examination for the certificate must be conducted within the two weeks prior to traveling to Costa Rica. The required vaccinations are: distemper, hepatitis, leptospirosis, parvovirus and rabies (for animals 4 months or older)....
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If I decide to stay longer, can I get a visa while I am there?
When you enter Costa Rica, your passport will be stamped and that is your visa to be here. The length of time depends on your country of origin. Your visa CAN be renewed if you leave the country for 72 hours. This cannot be done forever, but 2-3 times is probably not a problem. Short trips to Panama, Nicaragua, or San Andres are cheap and available. When you return, your visa will be renewed automatically for 90 more days if you are from the USA. If you are not from the USA or Canada, pleas...
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How can I apply for legal residency in Costa Rica?
Costa Rica offers different ways to legalize your status To live in Costa Rica for an extended period of time, it is required that you qualify for and establish legal residency. If you also want to work in Costa Rica, you will need a form of residency that permits you to do so. Costa Rica offers several alternatives for legal residency: * a pensionado (pensioner), * a rentista (a foreigner with a guaranteed income), an investor, a relative of a resident, or * if associated while d...
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What Does the Money Look Like?
Here are a few examples of the Costa Rican Currency you will encounter. Here is a selection of the most common bills you might encounter Here are the Coins in Circulation ...
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