Dominican Republic visa for Costa Rican citizens

Costa Rican citizens are fortunate to enjoy visa-free entry when traveling to the Dominican Republic, allowing for stays of up to 90 days. This means you won't need to apply for any of the typically available tourist visa types, simplifying your travel preparations. Direct flights commonly link San José with major Dominican cities like Santo Domingo or Punta Cana, a journey typically under three hours. While both nations share a rich Spanish heritage, the Dominican Republic's unique blend of merengue rhythms and the historical depth of its capital, Santo Domingo, a UNESCO World Heritage site, offers a distinctly different cultural immersion compared to Costa Rica's "pura vida." Remember that the local currency is the Dominican Peso, though US dollars are widely accepted in tourist areas.

Visa-free90d stay· verified 2026-05-27

Entry requirements

Passport validity
3+ months

Visa options

TouristTurismo Simple (TS) Visa
60d
TouristTurismo Múltiple (TM) Visa
60dmultiple-entry
BusinessNegocios Simple (NS) Visa
60d
BusinessNegocios Múltiple (NM) Visa
multiple-entryvalid 1y
BusinessNegocios Múltiple (NM1) Visa con Fines Laborales
multiple-entryvalid 1y
OtherVisa de Residencia (RS)
valid 2mo
RetirementVisa de Residencia Rentista & Pensión
StudentVisa de Estudiante (E)
multiple-entryvalid 1y
TouristTourist Card
60d$20
BusinessBusiness Visa
TouristTourism Visa
StudentStudent Visa
OtherResidence Visa
WorkOrdinary Temporary Residence (RT-9)
365dmultiple-entryvalid 1y
Apply
OtherTemporary Residence for Religious (RT-4)
365dmultiple-entryvalid 1y
Apply
WorkLabor Temporary Residence (RT-3)
365dmultiple-entryvalid 1y
Apply
InvestorResidence for Foreign Investment
365dmultiple-entryvalid 1y
Apply
InvestorInvestment Residence in Investment Quality
365dmultiple-entryvalid 1y
Apply
WorkInvestment Residence for Management Staff and/or Foreign Technician
365dmultiple-entryvalid 1y
Apply
RetirementTemporary Residence for Pensioners or Retirees
365dmultiple-entryvalid 1y
Apply
RetirementTemporary Residence for Rentiers (Independent Means)
365dmultiple-entryvalid 1y
Apply
OtherPermanent Residence (RP-1)
1825dmultiple-entryvalid 5y
Apply
OtherPermanent Residence Renewal (RP-1)
1460dmultiple-entryvalid 4y
Apply
OtherDefinitive Residence (RD-1)
3650dmultiple-entryvalid 10y
Apply
RetirementResidence as Rentier (4-year Dominican Residence for Rentier)
1460dmultiple-entryvalid 4y
Apply

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