CUSTOMS

IMPORT REGULATIONS

Pets

• Pets must have an animal passport or a health certificate for the transport of domestic animals.

Free to Import

Tobacco

• 500 grams of tobacco products.

Alcohol (restricted to travellers 18 years and over)

• 5 litres of alcohol.

Currency

• When entering or leaving a port of entry to Costa Rica, you can carry up to $10,000 (or its equivalent in other currencies) in cash or securities. You must request and complete a customs form if carrying any greater amount than this.

Other goods

• Medication for personal use should be accompanied by a prescription.
• Baby food.
• 2kg candy.
• Personal electronics.
• Other goods for personal use, including clothing, jewellery, and toys.

For further information, please visit the Visit Costa Rica tourism page.