Costa Rica customs
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Get import & export customs regulations, restricted items and food restrictions before travelling to Costa Rica. Items allowed to import is Medication for personal use should be accompanied by a prescription. Some of restricted items are Pets must have a an animal passport or a health certificate for the transport of domestic animals.
Import Regulations
Free to import items into Costa Rica
Tobacco
- 500 grams of tobacco products.
Other items
- 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.
Prohibited items into Costa Rica
No rules presentRestricted items into Costa Rica
- Pets must have a an animal passport or a health certificate for the transport of domestic animals. For further information, please visitRequirements for the importation of domestic animals.
Costa Rica travel details
Export Regulations
Free to export items from Costa Rica
No rules presentProhibited items from Costa Rica
No rules presentRestricted items from Costa Rica
No rules presentCosta Rica visa advice
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