1.
Do I need a passport to go to Costa Rica?
A valid passport is mandatory to enter Costa RicaAs a citizen or
resident of the U.S. you only need the following documents to enter
Costa Rica:
a) A valid passport with at least one blank visa page. The expiration
date of your passport must be greater than 30 days from your date
of entry to Costa Rica. 2. a pre-paid airline ticket to exit Costa
Rica or proof of financial resources ($400.00 U.S. - $1,000.00 U.S.
in cash or traveler checks, and/or a ticket to either return to
your home country or to go to another country).
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2. 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.
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3. Can I enter Costa Rica with a one way ticket?
All visitors must have a round trip ticket as an entry requirement.
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4.Do I need an international drivers license to drive in
Costa Rica?
You are allowed to drive with your normal drivers license for three
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5.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
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6.What is the difference between the rain forest and the
cloud forest?
The main difference is that in the cloud forest doesn´t rain
as much as in the rain forest. The species of flora and fauna that
you might find differ from one to the other. [
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7.Is the water drinkable in Costa Rica?
The water is potable in most of the country. We recommend using
bottled water, specially in areas around the coast.
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8. Is there a train service in Costa Rica?
There is a train tour that goes from San Jose to Caldera. For information
and reservations please call (506)233-3300 or (506)221-0777. [
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9. What is the currency in Costa Rica?
The Costa Rican currency is called Colon. US dollars and major credit
cards are widely accepted. [
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10. Are credit cards accepted in Costa Rica.
All major credit cards are widely accepted. You will find ATM machined
distributed throughout the country. [
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11. What kind of inoculations do I have to take to Costa
Rica?
No vaccines are required to enter Costa Rica. [
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12. Do I need an electric adapter for a hair drier?
Outlets are 110 V, with standard US two prong plugs. [
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13. What documents are required to enter with a 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, lestospirosis, parvovirus
and rabies (for animals 4 months or older.
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14. How much is he departure tax?
Departure tax is $26, can be paid in US Dollars, colones or with
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15. How can I get a working visa?
You must apply for a working visa at the Costarican Consulate. [
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16. How can I apply for legal residency in Costa Rica?
Costa Rica offers different ways to legalize your status: -temporary
resident -pensioner -Foreigner government mission For more legal
information contact the Costarican consulate or the Costarican Residents
Association at www.casacanada.net
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17. Are the national parks wheel chair accessible?
The Poas Volcano National Park is the only one that offers access
for wheel chairs. [
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18. If I decided to stay longer, can I get a visa while
I am there?
You just have to leave the country for 72 hours, upon returning
to Costa Rica the permit will be renewed automatically for 90 more
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19. What should I bring when going to the rain forest?
All you need is insect repellent, a rain coat with a hood and hiking
boots. [
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20. Are there domestic airlines that travel within the country?
You can contact SANSA at ww.flysansa.com (506)221-9414 or Nature
Air at www.natureair.net (506) 220-3054.
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21. What is the sales tax in Costa Rica?
Sales tax is 13% . [
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22. What number should I dial in case of emergency?
Dial 911 for immediate assistance. [
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23.
Are there English written newspapers?
The Tico Times. www.ticotimes.net (506)258-1558… Also there
is now an electronic newspaper, A.M.Costa Rica, that defines itself
as “Your daily English-language news source Monday through
Friday”. http://www.amcostarica.com/index.htm
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24. Where can I practice white water rafting?
Costa Rica offers some of the world's finest whitewater rafting
and kayaking rivers. These rivers plunge through spectacularly beautiful,
largely unexplored tropical wilderness. Whether an expert or beginner,
nature lover or thrill seeker, rafting enthusiast or active kayaker,
there is an unforgettable experience awaiting you. To name a few
favorite ones: Pacuare, Reventazon, Corobici, Sarapiqui, Naranjo
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25. When do you celebrate Carnival?
There is the oldest one, in San Jose on December 27th and Tope de
Caballos -a horse parade through downtown San José proudly
displays the equine traditions and unique Criollo breed on December
26th,Limon Carnivals are celebrated in October and Puntarenas has
them from February 21 to March 3rd.But now there is a new one called
“Festival de la luz”—San José's week long
festival of lights in December is marked by lighting displays and
concerts and fireworks after dark in the park and a beautiful parade
of floats through the center of San Jose marks its beginning.[
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26. Where can egg laying turtles be seen?
You can go to Tortuguero National Park in the Caribbean or to Las
Baulas National Park in the Pacific coast. [
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27. Which are Costa Rica natural boundaries?
- North: Nicaragua - South:Panama - East:Caribbean Sea - West: Pacific
Ocean. [
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28. How is Costa Rica politically divided?
Costa Rica is divided into 7 provinces: San Jose, Heredia, Alajuela,
Cartago,Puntarenas,Guanacaste y Limón.[
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