Costa Rica
Travel Factsheet •
CRC
Currency
Spanish
Language
+506
Calling Code
R
Drives On
Emergency Numbers
Police: 911
Ambulance: 911
Entry Requirements
Visa:
No visa required for stays under 90 days for many nationalities.
Passport:
6 months validity
Money & Costs
Cards:
Mixed
ATMs:
High
Daily Budget:
$120
Tipping:
10-15% is common in restaurants.
Health & Safety
Doctors:
Common
Pharmacy:
24h common
Essential Phrases
Hello
Hola
Goodbye
Adiós
Please
Por favor
Thank you
Gracias
Sorry
Lo siento
Things to Avoid
Not carrying cash for small purchasesExpecting all areas to be tourist-friendlyIgnoring local wildlife safety guidelines
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