Costa Rica is known for its pura vida eco-tourism culture — a perfect match for Tanzania's world-class wildlife and nature. Costa Rican citizens need a Tanzania visa, but the process is fully online. No embassy visit, no consulate appointment.
Do Costa Rican Citizens Need a Visa for Tanzania?
Yes. Costa Rican citizens require a visa to enter Tanzania. Costa Rica is not among Tanzania's visa-exempt countries. Costa Rican passport holders can apply online at eservices.immigration.go.tz or get a visa on arrival at Tanzania's main airports.
Tanzania e-Visa Requirements for Costa Rican Citizens
- Valid Costa Rican passport (Pasaporte costarricense): minimum 6 months validity beyond entry date, at least 1 blank visa page
- Passport-size digital photo: white or light background, JPEG, recent
- Return or onward flight booking confirmation
- Proof of accommodation: hotel or safari lodge booking, or invitation letter
- Proof of sufficient funds: bank statement (USD 500+ equivalent recommended)
- Travel itinerary
Yellow fever note: Costa Rica has some endemic areas in forested regions, but travelers from the Central Valley (San José area) are generally not affected. Consult a travel health clinic. Tanzania requires a yellow fever certificate only if you are arriving from an endemic country or region.
Tanzania e-Visa Cost for Costa Rican Citizens
| Visa Type | Fee (USD) |
|---|---|
| Tourist Single Entry | 50 |
| Tourist Multiple Entry | 100 |
| Business Single Entry | 50 |
| Transit | 30 |
Payment by international Visa or Mastercard. Non-refundable.
How to Apply: Step-by-Step
- Visit eservices.immigration.go.tz — official Tanzania e-Visa portal
- Register with your email
- Select "Apply for e-Visa" → Tourist Single Entry (USD 50)
- Complete the form with your Costa Rican passport details
- Upload passport scan and photo
- Upload flight and accommodation proof
- Review and submit
- Pay USD 50 by Visa or Mastercard
- Save Application ID
- Download and print approved e-Visa
Apply at least 3 weeks before departure.
Processing Time
Standard processing: 3-10 business days
Valid for 3 months from issue date. Single entry = up to 90 days. Extensions of 60 days at Tanzania Immigration Department.
Costa Rica-Specific Travel Notes
Flights from Costa Rica to Tanzania:
No direct Costa Rica-Tanzania flights. San José (SJO) connections:
- Ethiopian Airlines: San José (SJO) → Miami (MIA) or Houston (IAH) → Addis Ababa (ADD) → Tanzania
- LATAM + Ethiopian Airlines: SJO → Lima (LIM) → São Paulo (GRU) → Addis Ababa → Tanzania
- American Airlines + Ethiopian Airlines: SJO → Miami (MIA) → Addis Ababa (ADD) → Tanzania
Given Costa Rica's eco-tourism culture, Tanzania's safari destinations are a natural extension for Costa Rican nature travelers.
SERP data: Limited specific SERP data for Costa Rican travelers to Tanzania. Standard Tanzania visa information applies.