New Zealand visa for Costa Rican citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Costa Rican passport holders visiting New Zealand for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Costa Rican citizens to enter New Zealand for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | New Zealand e-visa for Costa Rican citizens | Eligible | |
| Visa on arrival | New Zealand visa on arrival for Costa Rican citizens | Not Available | |
New Zealand tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Costa Rican passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in New Zealand.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from New Zealand.
If you are looking for New Zealand visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Costa Rica, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of New Zealand nearest your place of residence.
- San Salvador: The Embassy of in San Salvador, ~ 742.04 kilometers (461.08 mi) away from San Jose, Costa Rica. (Working hours: Close now).
- Guatemala City: The Embassy of in Guatemala City, ~ 910.76 kilometers (565.92 mi) away from San Jose, Costa Rica. (Working hours: Close now).
New Zealand visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest New Zealand diplomatic mission offices to Costa Rica for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Costa Rica traveling to New Zealand from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Costa Rica) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 711 | N/A |
| 2009 | 712 | 0.14% |
| 2010 | 730 | 2.53% |
| 2011 | 753 | 3.15% |
| 2012 | 742 | -1.46% |
| 2013 | 789 | 6.33% |
| 2014 | 832 | 5.45% |
| 2015 | 912 | 9.62% |
| 2016 | 1,011 | 10.86% |
| 2017 | 1,067 | 5.54% |
| 2018 | 1,106 | 3.66% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
New Zealand & Costa Rica comparison
New Zealand's area is approximately 263,310 km2 (101,664 sq mi), while the area of Costa Rica is approximately 51,060 km2 (19,714 sq mi). This means Costa Rica is 5.16 times smaller than New Zealand.
As of November 2025, New Zealand's population is ~5.0 million people - 308,503 fewer people than the population of Costa Rica.
We have highlighted New Zealand & Costa Rica’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| New Zealand | Costa Rica | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 5,019,944 | 5,328,447 | 308503 fewer people live in New Zealand than Costa Rica |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 72 | 98 | New Zealand has 26 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Costa Rica. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 135 | 111 | New Zealand passport holders can visit 24 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 115 | 52 | New Zealand hosts 63 more foreign missions than Costa Rica. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Costa Rica travel to New Zealand in one year?
The number of visitors from Costa Rica visiting New Zealand in 2018 was approximately 1,106.
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| Sunrise | 05:31 | |
Useful Information
- Wellington to San Jose: 26355.21 km (16376.36 mi)
- Travel time: 54 hours 54 minutes
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