SerbiaCosta Rica: Visa-free

SerbiaCosta Rica

Do Serbia passport holders need a visa for Costa Rica?

Visa-free

No. Serbia passport holders do not need a visa to visit Costa Rica for tourism for stays of up to 6 months.

No visa is required for a short tourist stay. Travel on a valid passport alone.

Source: embassycr.org (checked July 18, 2026).

RequirementVisa-free

Maximum stay6 months

ScopeTourism, ordinary passport

Action before travelNone, travel on your passport

Data as of2026-10-19

Distance10,370 km, straight line (~12h 42m nonstop)

Visa-free access to Costa Rica139 of 242 nationalities tracked

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Frequently asked questions

Do Serbia passport holders need a visa for Costa Rica?

No. Serbia passport holders do not need a visa to visit Costa Rica for tourism for stays of up to 6 months.

How long can Serbia citizens stay in Costa Rica without a visa?

Up to 6 months, for tourism, ordinary passport.

How far is Costa Rica from Serbia?

About 10,370 km in a straight line, roughly ~12h 42m nonstop by air.

What currency is used in Costa Rica?

Costa Rican colón (CRC).

What is the emergency number in Costa Rica?

112 / 911.

What time zone is Costa Rica in?

Costa Rica (UTC-6).

What is the nearest airport to San Jose?

Quepos Managua Airport (XQP), about 25 km away.

How many countries can enter Costa Rica without a visa?

139 of the 242 nationalities this site tracks can enter Costa Rica visa-free, with a visa on arrival, or with an eTA.

Visa rules change frequently and can depend on your specific circumstances. This site is compiled from public government sources and is provided for general information only. Always confirm requirements with the official immigration authority or a consulate of your destination before you travel.

About Serbia

Serbia, officially the Republic of Serbia, is a landlocked country in Southeastern and Central Europe. It is bordered by Hungary to the north, Romania to the northeast, Bulgaria to the southeast, North Macedonia to the south, Croatia to the northwest, Bosnia and Herzegovina to the west, Montenegro to the southwest, and it also claims a border with Albania through the disputed territory of Kosovo. Serbia has about 6.5 million inhabitants, with its capital, Belgrade, being its largest city.

CapitalBelgrade

RegionSoutheast Europe

Population6.5M

Area88,361 km²

CurrencySerbian dinar (1 USD ≈ 104.33 RSD)

LanguagesSerbian

Calling code+381

Drives on theright

TimezoneBelgrade (UTC+2)

Nearest airportBelgrade Nikola Tesla Airport (BEG), 12 km

Emergency number192 / 193 / 194 / 92 / 93 / 94

UNESCO sites5

Income levelUpper middle income

GDP per capita$15,262 (2025)

Tourist arrivals446K (2020)

Climate in Belgrade

Warmest August, coolest January, driest April, sunniest July. Best time to visit: September.

Monthly climate normals for Belgrade, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	5.2°C	-2.7°C	15mm	197h
February	11.1°C	1.9°C	61mm	204h
March	12.8°C	3.8°C	47mm	224h
April	19.4°C	6.5°C	10mm	350h
May	20.9°C	11.3°C	88mm	315h
June	24.6°C	16°C	89mm	335h
July	27.3°C	17.3°C	68mm	410h
August	29.1°C	18.9°C	80mm	386h
September	25.3°C	15.2°C	39mm	335h
October	18.3°C	9.7°C	77mm	235h
November	9.7°C	4.4°C	11mm	130h
December	8°C	2.3°C	54mm	146h

Avg. high/low, °C (left axis) Rainfall, mm (bar maxes out at 250mm/month)

Daily normals for 2020. Hover a month for exact figures.

Travel guide

Serbia is a Balkan country in Southeastern Europe. It is at the crossroads of European history, and as such is a mix of cultures, ethnicities and religions. It lies on one of the major land routes from Central Europe to the Near East. It was the dominant component of Yugoslavia, and considered to be its natural successor. Despite having developed as a tourist destination much later than neighbouring Croatia, it is also a varied and beautiful nation, offering a mixed scenery: from the plains of Vojvodina that remind one of the scenes from Dr. Zhivago in winter, to many mountains, lakes, and national parks. During the summer tourists love spending their time in Belgrade, seen as one of the up-and-coming capitals of Europe. In winter, they are attracted to the ski resorts, one of the most popular being Kopaonik. There are also many spa resorts. Serbia has a soulfulness and verve, coupled a gusto for good living, that are rare to find, while its people are some of the most hospitable and welcoming.

UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Gamzigrad
Medieval Monuments in Kosovo
Q29000652
Stari Ras and Sopoćani
Studenica monastery

Upcoming public holidays

November 11, 2026Dan primirja

January 1, 2027Nova Godina

January 2, 2027Nova Godina

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About Costa Rica

Costa Rica, officially the Republic of Costa Rica, is a country in Central America. It borders Nicaragua to the north, the Caribbean Sea to the northeast, Panama to the southeast, and the Pacific Ocean to the southwest, sharing a maritime border with Ecuador to the south of Cocos Island. It has a population of around five million in a land area of nearly 51,180 km2 (19,760 sq mi); the capital and largest city is San José, home to around 350,000 residents and two million people in the surrounding metropolitan area.

CapitalSan Jose

RegionCentral America

Population5.2M

Area51,100 km²

CurrencyCosta Rican colón (1 USD ≈ 454.24 CRC)

LanguagesSpanish

Calling code+506

Drives on theright

TimezoneCosta Rica (UTC-6)

Nearest airportQuepos Managua Airport (XQP), 25 km

Emergency number112 / 911

UNESCO sites5

Income levelHigh income

GDP per capita$19,970 (2025)

Tourist arrivals1.1M (2020)

Climate in San Jose

Warmest April, coolest December, driest February, sunniest March. Best time to visit: January, February, March, April, June, July.

Monthly climate normals for San Jose, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	21.9°C	15.8°C	84mm	320h
February	22.7°C	15.3°C	12mm	332h
March	23.5°C	15.1°C	12mm	362h
April	23.4°C	15.6°C	152mm	302h
May	22.4°C	16.5°C	540mm	234h
June	21.4°C	15.7°C	526mm	231h
July	21.8°C	15.4°C	456mm	278h
August	21.5°C	15.7°C	1010mm	241h
September	21.4°C	15.2°C	1009mm	250h
October	21.1°C	15.4°C	958mm	235h
November	20.3°C	15.3°C	967mm	213h
December	20.9°C	14.7°C	260mm	299h

Avg. high/low, °C (left axis) Rainfall, mm (bar maxes out at 250mm/month)

Daily normals for 2020. Hover a month for exact figures.

Travel guide

Costa Rica has bewilderingly diverse culture, climates, flora, and fauna, and landscapes range from rainforests, to dry tropical and temperate forests, to volcanoes, to Caribbean and Pacific beaches, to high mountains, and marshy lowlands. Costa Rica is an exceptionally stable and peaceful country compared to the volatile region it's in, and is one of the world's top destinations for nature and ecotourism. Owing in part to its comparative wealth, it can be a bit more expensive than its northern neighbors in Central America.

UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Area de Conservación Guanacaste World Heritage Site
Cocos Island National Park
Precolumbian Chiefdom Settlements with Stone Spheres of the Diquís
Stone spheres of Costa Rica
Talamanca Range-La Amistad Reserves

Upcoming public holidays

December 1, 2026Día de la Abolición del Ejército

December 25, 2026Navidad

January 1, 2027Año Nuevo

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