Guyana visa for Costa Rican citizens

Exploring Guyana from Costa Rica is remarkably convenient, with Costa Rican citizens enjoying visa-free entry for up to 30 days, streamlining travel to this vibrant South American nation. While this visa-free status covers most short-term tourist visits, two distinct tourist visa categories are also available for those planning extended stays or specific travel purposes. This unique journey bridges Central America's Spanish-speaking Pacific charm with Guyana's Anglophone Caribbean gateway on the Atlantic, a fascinating shift in regional identity. Expect to utilize connecting flights, often through regional hubs like Panama City or Miami, as direct routes are uncommon, and remember that English is the official language.

Visa-free30d stay· verified 2026-05-27

Entry requirements

Passport validity
6+ months
Funds proof
Required
Yellow fever cert.
Required

Visa options

TouristTourist Visa (Single Entry)
90d$60valid 3mo
Apply
TouristTourist Visa (Multiple Entry)
90d$96multiple-entryvalid 1y
Apply
TouristVisitor Visa on Arrival (Tourism/Short Visit)
30d$25valid 1mo
TouristVisitor Visa on Arrival (Tourism/Short Visit, Expedited)
30d$35valid 1mo
BusinessBusiness Visa (Single Entry)
90d$84valid 3mo
Apply
BusinessBusiness Visa (Multiple Entry)
90d$120multiple-entryvalid 1y
Apply
BusinessBusiness Visa (Embassy in Qatar)
90dvalid 3mo
Apply
WorkEmployment Visa (Employment Visa on Arrival – EVOA)
90dvalid 3y
Apply
WorkPermit to Land (PTL) for Work-Permit Holders
90dvalid 3mo
WorkWork Permit
730dmultiple-entryvalid 2y
StudentStudent Visa (Single Entry)
365d$84valid 1y
Apply
StudentStudent Visa (Multiple Entry)
365d$120multiple-entryvalid 1y
Apply
StudentStudent Visa (Embassy in Qatar)
365dvalid 1y
Apply
FamilyVisitor Visa on Arrival (Family of Foreign Worker)
90d$25valid 3mo
Apply
TouristVisitor Visa (Embassy in Qatar)
90dvalid 3mo
Apply
OtherCourtesy Visa
90d$0valid 3mo
Apply
OtherVisitor Visa Application
Apply

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