Costa Rica to allow flights from all other Central American countries from 15 October (Tico Times, 09.10.2020).

*Entry to Costa Rica:
Entry restrictions have been relaxed since 1 August 2020 to allow citizens and residents of Canada, the EU, Schengen Zone, UK, Mexico, Jamaica and certain parts of the USA to enter Costa Rica as long as their flight originates from one of these permitted countries.
Requirements for entry are available here. These include a negative COVID-19 certificate obtained 72 hours prior to departure, purchase of an insurance product with specific cover and online completion of an advance epidemiological information form. If you have questions about these requirements, you should consult your airline.

*Transiting Costa Rica: The authorities are permitting same-day airside transit with a confirmed onward booking.

*Quarantine requirements: Costa Rican Nationals and Legal Residents who enter the country may be required to self-isolate for 14-days. They should complete the epidemiological information form which will specify the exact actions to be taken. Tourists entering from 1 August, under the amended restrictions stated above, will not be required to self-isolate.

Internal Restrictions:
The use of private vehicles is currently restricted for the entire country. Restrictions vary as risk levels change. The restrictions are usually based on the last number of the licence plate. You should check local information . There is a requirement for use of facemasks on public transport, which can vary with risk levels. Check official information
. The supply of hire cars may be reduced, as rental companies have been asked to lend their vehicles for deliveries of medical equipment and goods. Public transport is operational with some restrictions. Taxis can operate at all hours. Hotels are now being allowed to operate at varying levels of capacity (at 50 or 100%) depending on the level of Covid-19 alert in their location. Check local information here. There are restrictions on beaches, restaurants, bars and other places where people gather. These are subject to change as Covid-19 risk levels vary.

Self-isolation at own accommodation.

Costa Rican Nationals and Legal Residents who enter the country may be required to self-isolate for 14-days. They should complete the epidemiological information form which will specify the exact actions to be taken.

COVID-19 negative certification required.

Requirements for entry are available here. These include a negative COVID-19 certificate obtained 72 hours prior to departure, purchase of an insurance product with specific cover and online completion of an advance epidemiological information form.