Turkey Visa RequirementsFor Costa Rica passport holders
Costa Ricans can apply for a Turkish e-Visa online before traveling. The process is simple, costs approximately USD 60, and approvals typically come within minutes. The e-Visa allows multiple entries with stays up to 90 days in any 180-day period.
Costa Rica passport holders require a visa to enter Turkey.
Apply for the Turkey e-Visa at evisa.gov.tr. The fee is approximately USD 60. Payment is by credit card and approval typically arrives within minutes by email. Apply before your departure - you can apply as close as a few days before travel.
Entry Requirements
Passport Validity
6 months beyond date of entry
Blank Pages
2 blank pages required
Multiple Entry
Single entry only
Work Permitted
No - requires work visa
Required Documents
For Your Visa Application
Valid Passport
Passport valid for at least 6 months beyond intended stay.
e-Visa Application
Online application at evisa.gov.tr.
Credit/Debit Card
For online payment of USD 60 e-Visa fee.
Required at Entry
Passport
Original passport matching the e-Visa.
e-Visa Approval
Printed or digital copy of Turkish e-Visa approval email.
Return or Onward Ticket Recommended
Proof of departure from Turkey within the authorized stay.
Current Travel Situation
Costa Rica to Turkey: What You Need to Know
Turkey offers an e-Visa system for Costa Rican passport holders, making it much simpler than a traditional embassy application. The e-Visa can be applied for at evisa.gov.tr and is approved almost instantly.
How to Get There
Greece is accessible by ferry from Turkish Aegean coast ports (Bodrum-Kos, Kusadasi-Samos). Note that Costa Ricans are visa-free to Greece (Schengen) but the Turkish e-Visa does not cover Greek territory. Georgia is accessible by air from Istanbul.
Money & Banking
Costa Rica uses the Colon (CRC). Turkey uses the Turkish Lira (TRY). Turkey has experienced currency volatility - USD and EUR are widely accepted in tourist areas. ATMs are widely available. Credit cards accepted in most tourist establishments.
Practical Tips
Istanbul is one of the world's great cities, straddling Europe and Asia. The Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, Topkapi Palace, and Grand Bazaar are extraordinary. Cappadocia's cave hotels and hot air balloons are bucket-list experiences. The Turkish coast (Bodrum, Antalya) is stunning. Turkish cuisine is world-class. Tea (chai) culture is central to Turkish social life.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do Costa Ricans need a visa to visit Turkey?
Costa Ricans can easily obtain a Turkish e-Visa online at evisa.gov.tr. No embassy visit required. The USD 60 e-Visa is usually approved within minutes.
How long can Costa Ricans stay in Turkey?
The e-Visa allows multiple entries with stays up to 90 days within any 180-day period.
What are the top attractions in Turkey?
Istanbul (Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, Topkapi Palace, Grand Bazaar), Cappadocia (cave hotels, hot air balloons, fairy chimneys), Pamukkale (white travertine terraces), Ephesus (ancient Roman ruins), and the Turquoise Coast.
What is Cappadocia known for?
Cappadocia is famous for its unique landscape of volcanic rock "fairy chimneys," underground cities, cave hotels, and the iconic hot air balloon flights over the lunar landscape at sunrise.
What currency does Turkey use?
Turkey uses the Turkish Lira (TRY). The Lira has experienced significant inflation. USD and EUR are widely accepted in tourist areas. ATMs are widely available.
Can I cross from Turkey into Greece?
Turkey and Greece share a land border in Thrace and ferry connections along the Aegean coast. Costa Ricans are visa-free to Greece (Schengen). Note Turkish and Greek customs controls exist at the border.
What documents do I need to enter Turkey?
Valid passport (6+ months validity), Turkish e-Visa approval (printed or on phone), return or onward ticket, and accommodation proof.