Costa Rican visa for Ukrainian citizens
A visa is NOT required for Ukrainian passport holders visiting Costa Rica for a short-term stay: 180 days.
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Ukrainian citizens to enter Costa Rica for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | 180 days |
| Evisa | Costa Rica e-visa for Ukrainian citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Costa Rica visa on arrival for Ukrainian citizens | Not Available | |
Costa Rica tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Ukrainian passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Costa Rica.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Costa Rica.
If you are looking for Costa Rica visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Ukraine, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Costa Rica nearest your place of residence.
- Warsaw: The Embassy of in Warsaw, ~ 830.85 kilometers (516.26 mi) away from Kiev, Ukraine. (Working hours: Open now. Close in 6 hours 24 minutes).
- Istanbul: The Consulate General of in Istanbul, ~ 833.85 kilometers (518.13 mi) away from Kiev, Ukraine. (Working hours: Open now. Close in 6 hours 9 minutes).
Costa Rica visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Costa Rica diplomatic mission offices to Ukraine for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Ukraine traveling to Costa Rica from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Ukraine) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 16,712 | N/A |
| 2009 | 15,384 | -7.95% |
| 2010 | 16,800 | 9.20% |
| 2011 | 17,536 | 4.38% |
| 2012 | 18,744 | 6.89% |
| 2013 | 19,424 | 3.63% |
| 2014 | 20,216 | 4.08% |
| 2015 | 21,280 | 5.26% |
| 2016 | 23,400 | 9.96% |
| 2017 | 23,680 | 1.20% |
| 2018 | 24,136 | 1.93% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Costa Rica & Ukraine comparison
Costa Rica's area is approximately 51,060 km2 (19,714 sq mi), while the area of Ukraine is approximately 579,320 km2 (223,676 sq mi). This means Ukraine is 11.35 times bigger than Costa Rica.
As of November 2025, Costa Rica's population is ~5.3 million people - 37,115,169 fewer people than the population of Ukraine.
We have highlighted Costa Rica & Ukraine’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Costa Rica | Ukraine | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 5,328,447 | 42,443,616 | 37.1 million fewer people live in Costa Rica than Ukraine |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 98 | 121 | Costa Rica has 23 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Ukraine. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 111 | 92 | Costa Rica passport holders can visit 19 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 52 | 143 | Costa Rican hosts 91 fewer foreign missions than Ukraine. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Ukraine travel to Costa Rica in one year?
The number of visitors from Ukraine visiting Costa Rica in 2018 was approximately 24,136.
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- Travel time: 25 hours 15 minutes
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