Information about Costa Rica
Population: 4.700.0002 (2013)
Capital: San José 1,404,242 inhab. (2011) - metro area 2.35 millones
Official Languages: spanish
Main cities: San José, Limón, Puntarenas, Cartago, Alajuela, Heredia
According to your nationality, before planning your trip, please check with the embassy or consulate of Costa Rica in your country of residence, if you need Visa in order to enter the country. Make sure to have the health insurance required and the valid passport, as well.
In addition to passport and visa, if you plan to travel to Costa Rica, whether for business or pleasure, we suggest to review the following information: International Airports - Airport Safety Rules - baggage allowance, size and weight restrictions - Most visited cities - Driving in Costa Rica - Electricity - Time Zone - Business hours - National Holidays - Weights and Measures - Rules of Etiquette and Commercial Practices
Currency: Costa Rican colón (CRC)Time Zone: (GMT-6)