Trinidadian and Tobagonian visa for Costa Rican citizens
A visa is NOT required for Costa Rican passport holders visiting Trinidad and Tobago for a short-term stay: 90 days.
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Costa Rican citizens to enter Trinidad and Tobago for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | 90 days |
| Evisa | Trinidad and Tobago e-visa for Costa Rican citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Trinidad and Tobago visa on arrival for Costa Rican citizens | Not Available | |
Trinidad and Tobago tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Costa Rican passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Trinidad and Tobago.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Trinidad and Tobago.
If you are looking for Trinidad and Tobago 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 Trinidad and Tobago nearest your place of residence.
- Kingston: The Embassy of in Kingston, ~ 1187.09 kilometers (737.63 mi) away from San Jose, Costa Rica. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 5 hours 56 minutes).
- Miami: The Embassy of in Miami, ~ 1819.97 kilometers (1130.88 mi) away from San Jose, Costa Rica. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 4 hours 26 minutes).
Trinidad and Tobago visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Trinidad and Tobago diplomatic mission offices to Costa Rica for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Costa Rica traveling to Trinidad and Tobago from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Costa Rica) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 131 | N/A |
| 2009 | 126 | -3.82% |
| 2010 | 116 | -7.94% |
| 2011 | 129 | 11.21% |
| 2012 | 137 | 6.20% |
| 2013 | 130 | -5.11% |
| 2014 | 124 | -4.62% |
| 2015 | 132 | 6.45% |
| 2016 | 123 | -6.82% |
| 2017 | 118 | -4.07% |
| 2018 | 112 | -5.08% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Trinidad and Tobago & Costa Rica comparison
Trinidad and Tobago's area is approximately 5,130 km2 (1,980 sq mi), while the area of Costa Rica is approximately 51,060 km2 (19,714 sq mi). This means Costa Rica is 9.95 times bigger than Trinidad and Tobago.
As of October 2025, Trinidad and Tobago's population is ~1.4 million people - 3,906,568 fewer people than the population of Costa Rica.
We have highlighted Trinidad and Tobago & Costa Rica’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Trinidad and Tobago | Costa Rica | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 1,421,879 | 5,328,447 | 3.9 million fewer people live in Trinidad and Tobago than Costa Rica |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 10 | 98 | Trinidad and Tobago has 88 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Costa Rica. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 116 | 111 | Trinidad and Tobago passport holders can visit 5 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 36 | 52 | Trinidadian and Tobagonian hosts 16 fewer foreign missions than Costa Rica. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Costa Rica travel to Trinidad and Tobago in one year?
The number of visitors from Costa Rica visiting Trinidad and Tobago in 2018 was approximately 112.
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- Port of Spain to San Jose: 2255.06 km (1401.23 mi)
- Travel time: 4 hours 41 minutes
This page was last updated on: October 2025