U.S. Citizen Services

U.S. citizens are required to enter and exit the United States using a U.S. passport.

All other passport rules and regulations remain in effect. The Department of Homeland Security maintains discretion to reject any bearer in accordance with 22 CFR 53.2(b)(7) and 8 CFR 235.1(b).

Please use our U.S. Citizens Services Navigator to schedule an appointment or contact us.

Whether you are Residing in Costa Rica or here for a week’s vacation, please enroll in our Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) so that we may be better able to assist you in an emergency.

Alerts and Messages

See all Messages and Alerts for U.S. Visitors to Costa Rica.