Major FAQ-Costa Rica
Visa
All incoming US, UK , and Canadian citizens will be stamped with an automatic 90 day visa upon entry. They don't need to do it ahead of time, it isn't a separate process; their entry stamp gives them 90 days. If coming from other locations, please check with a Costa Rican Embassy or consulate for entrance requirements.
IFRE suggests all volunteers to get tourist visa before leaving for Costa Rica . Though US, UK , Canadian citizen get a visa at the airport it can be time consuming. You can get a Costa Rica visa from the Costa Rica Embassy or consulate in your country.
http://www.learn4good.com/travel/costa_rica_embassies.htm
For stays exceeding 90 days, apply for an extension within the first week of visit with the Costa Rican Immigration Department or exit the country for a minimum of 72 hours before re-entering on a new visa.
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