COVID-19 Information
Last updated:11/30/2022 The CDC’s Order requiring proof of vaccination for non-U.S. citizen nonimmigrants to travel to the United States is still in effect. For more…
Peace Corps Volunteers Will Teach English in Costa Rican Public Schools
Students from Puntarenas, Cartago, Alajuela, and San José will learn English thanks to the lessons that a group of 28 Peace Corps Volunteers will teach…
Health Alert: U.S. Embassy, San Jose
Location: Countrywide Event: There have been reports of an increase in the number of Malaria cases in Costa Rica. Though these cases have been reported…
Ambassador to the United Nations Participated in the Second Summit for Democracy in Costa Rica
The United States Ambassador to the United Nations (UN) Linda Thomas-Greenfield led the U.S. delegation that participated in the second Summit for Democracy organized by…
Welcome to the Quarterly U.S. Citizen Newsletter
Stay up to date on key topics important to the U.S. citizen community in Costa Rica Hurricane Season Begins June 1st: As we approach the…
Nonimmigrant Visa Fee Increases
Press Release Publication of Final Rule on Nonimmigrant Visa Fee Increases The Department of State is committed to facilitating legitimate travel to the United States for…
United States Announces $25 Million to Strengthen Costa Rica’s Cybersecurity
Today, the United States and Costa Rica affirmed their collaboration on cybersecurity with the United States’ announcement of plans to provide $25 million to bolster…
United States Donates Early Childhood Stimulation Kits to 1,800 Families
The United States Government and UNICEF Costa Rica donated 1,800 kits with learning materials to families belonging to the National Care and Children Development Network…
United States Helps Improve Sarapiqui and Coto Brus’ School Conditions
The 2023 school year arrived with new desks, appliances for the school cafeteria, and construction materials for students in Puerto Viejo of Sarapiquí and Limoncito…
Security Alert: Crime in Costa Rica
Security Alert: U.S. Embassy, San Jose, Costa Rica (March 1, 2023) Location: San Jose and generally in Costa Rica. Event: The U.S. Embassy in Costa…
Release of Political Prisoners from Nicaragua
PRESS STATEMENT February 9, 2023 ANTONY J. BLINKEN, SECRETARY OF STATE Today, the United States welcomes 222 individuals who had been imprisoned by the Government…
Commander of U.S. Southern Command to visit Costa Rica for meetings with Costa Rican, regional...
Press Release Friday, February 3, 2023 U.S. Army Gen. Laura Richardson, commander of U.S. Southern Command (SOUTHCOM), will arrive in San Jose, Monday, February 6…
Message for U.S. Citizens: Avoiding Road Rage San Jose Metropolitcan Area
The Embassy has received increased reporting of road rage incidents in the metropolitan San Jose area. The U.S. National Highway Transportation Safety Administration defines road…
Important information from the Federal Benefits Unit for beneficiaries of Social Security in Costa...
Important Message to Social Security Beneficiaries in Costa Rica The U.S. Embassy in San Jose is sharing important information from the Federal Benefits Unit for…
Important Message for Social Security beneficiaries in Costa Rica:
If you receive Social Security benefits and live in Costa Rica, you may need to contact the embassy’s Federal Benefits Unit to continue receiving benefits. The…
Welcome to the December 2022- Quarterly U.S. Citizen newsletter!
Stay up to date on key topics important to the U.S. citizen community in Costa Rica HAPPY HOLIDAYS – The U.S. Embassy wishes you and…
DHS Announces New Migration Enforcement Process for Venezuelans
Release Date: October 12, 2022 Venezuelans who seek to enter the U.S. illegally will be returned to Mexico; New lawful pathway created for some Venezuelans…
Weather Alert: US Embassy Costa Rica
U.S. Embassy in Costa Rica Weather Alert Location: Throughout the country Event: The National Hurricane Center is tracking the development of a tropical storm forming…
Absentee Voting Week is October 1-8, 2022.
Be an Active Voter by taking the necessary steps to vote in the 2022 U.S. elections and participating in Absentee Voting Week! In some states…
