Vietnamese visa for Costa Rican citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Costa Rican passport holders visiting Vietnam for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Costa Rican citizens to enter Vietnam for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Vietnam e-visa for Costa Rican citizens | Eligible | |
| Visa on arrival | Vietnam visa on arrival for Costa Rican citizens | Not Available | |
Vietnam tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Costa Rican passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Vietnam.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Vietnam.
If you are looking for Vietnam visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Costa Rica, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Vietnam nearest your place of residence.
- Panama City: The Embassy of in Panama City, ~ 472.11 kilometers (293.36 mi) away from San Jose, Costa Rica. (Working hours: Close now Lunch time ).
- Havana: The Embassy of in Havana, ~ 1493.59 kilometers (928.08 mi) away from San Jose, Costa Rica. (Working hours: Close now).
Vietnam visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Vietnam diplomatic mission offices to Costa Rica for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Costa Rica traveling to Vietnam from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Costa Rica) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 1,271 | N/A |
| 2009 | 1,124 | -11.57% |
| 2010 | 1,515 | 34.79% |
| 2011 | 1,804 | 19.08% |
| 2012 | 2,054 | 13.86% |
| 2013 | 2,272 | 10.61% |
| 2014 | 2,362 | 3.96% |
| 2015 | 2,383 | 0.89% |
| 2016 | 3,004 | 26.06% |
| 2017 | 3,877 | 29.06% |
| 2018 | 4,649 | 19.91% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Vietnam & Costa Rica comparison
Vietnam's area is approximately 310,070 km2 (119,718 sq mi), while the area of Costa Rica is approximately 51,060 km2 (19,714 sq mi). This means Costa Rica is 6.07 times smaller than Vietnam.
As of April 2024, Vietnam's population is ~100.9 million people - 95,600,122 more people than the population of Costa Rica.
We have highlighted Vietnam & Costa Rica’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Vietnam | Costa Rica | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2024) | 100,881,703 | 5,281,581 | 95.6 million more people live in Vietnam than Costa Rica |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 96 | 98 | Vietnam has 2 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Costa Rica. |
| Travel freedom (2024) | 21 | 111 | Vietnam passport holders visit 90 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 107 | 52 | Vietnamese hosts 55 more foreign missions than Costa Rica. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Costa Rica travel to Vietnam in one year?
The number of visitors from Costa Rica visiting Vietnam in 2018 was approximately 4,649.
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Today’s Forecast
| 12.53°C | ||
| Humidity | 84% | |
| Wind | 5.66 km/h | |
| Sunrise | 20:17 PM | |
Useful Information
- Hanoi to San Jose: 19207.90 km (11935.23 mi)
- Travel time: 40 hours 0 minutes
Expedited E-visa
- To request for emergency e-visa for Vietnam, please click here.
This page was last updated on: April 2024