Costa Rica

San Jose

Costa Rica Updates DIMEX Card Rules

Costa Rica's immigration office (DGME) is experiencing significant delays in issuing DIMEX residence cards, with wait times reaching four months. To mitigate this, authorities are temporarily allowing the use of expired passports or DIMEX cards for official procedures, provided biographical details match existing records.

February 26, 2026

ImportantPolicy Changes

Inside Costa Rica’s Entry Rules and Visa Exemptions

Costa Rica has updated entry rules, requiring that stays for travelers exempt via US, Canadian, or Schengen visas do not exceed the remaining validity of those documents. Additionally, Honduran citizens are now reclassified as visa-exempt, though they must provide a police clearance certificate upon entry.

February 26, 2026