Costa Rica to Mexico tourist visa

Complete Mexico visa-free entry requirements, documentation, and travel tips for Costa Rican citizens. Updated December 2025.

Required documents

Valid Passport — Your Costa Rican passport must be valid for the duration of your stay
Tourist Card (FMM) — Forma Migratoria Múltiple issued upon entry to Mexico
Proof of Onward Travel — Evidence of your departure from Mexico

Do Costa Rican citizens need a visa to visit Mexico?: No! Costa Rican citizens can visit Mexico without a visa for tourism purposes and stay up to 180 days. You only need a valid passport and will receive a tourist permit (FMM) upon arrival.
How long can Costa Ricans stay in Mexico without a visa?: Costa Rican citizens can stay in Mexico for up to 180 days without a visa. The exact duration is determined by the immigration officer at entry and will be stamped in your passport.
What is the FMM tourist card for Mexico?: The FMM (Forma Migratoria Múltiple) is a tourist permit issued to visitors entering Mexico. It records your entry and must be returned when you leave. You can complete it online before travel or receive it at the border.
Is there a fee to enter Mexico as a Costa Rican tourist?: Entry is free for Costa Rican citizens. However, if you enter by land or stay more than 7 days by air, there may be a small FMM fee (approximately 638 MXN or US$38).
Can I extend my stay in Mexico beyond 180 days?: You can apply for an extension at an INM (Instituto Nacional de Migración) office before your permitted stay expires. Alternatively, you may exit and re-enter Mexico, though frequent entries may raise questions.
Can I work in Mexico as a Costa Rican tourist?: No, the visa-free entry is for tourism only. Working, even remotely for Costa Rican companies while in Mexico, exists in a legal gray area. For formal employment, you need a work visa.