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Do Mozambique citizens need a visa for Costa Rica?

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Mozambique citizens need a visa to enter Costa Rica. Apply in advance at an embassy or visa centre.

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Mozambique vs Costa Rica: passport comparison

Mozambique

29

visa-free countries

Global rank: #162 · mobility 77.8

Costa Rica

91

visa-free countries

Global rank: #62 · mobility 147.3
15

countries both Mozambique and Costa Rica can enter visa-free together

Mozambique + Costa Rica: passport compatibility

45%

of the world — where both passports have the same visa access

Where Mozambique and Costa Rica travel together — by entry type:

15 both visa-free
17 both visa on arrival
28 both e-visa / eTA
28 both need a visa
109 access differs

Where Mozambique and Costa Rica can travel visa-free together

Travelling as a pair with two different passports? Here is the full list of countries where BOTH of you can enter without a prior visa — plus where your access differs.

Both visa-free (15)

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How the entry rule changed: Mozambique → Costa Rica

We keep our own archive of visa-rule snapshots and diff them against each other. Here is what changed over the observed period.

The Mozambique → Costa Rica rule itself held steady over the observed period. The context around it did move:

4rule changes for the Mozambique passport, 3 of them easing
July 2024 — June 2026our archive observation window

Comparison is built from our own dataset snapshots; the date marks when we recorded the change, not the official decision date. See all changes →

Where else Mozambique goes visa-free

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Documents you'll usually need for Costa Rica

The usual basics for the trip. Always confirm exact requirements with the embassy or consulate.

Valid passport

Valid at least 6 more months

Return / onward ticket

Proof you will leave the country

Proof of funds

Enough money for your stay

Accommodation

Hotel booking or an invitation

Travel insurance

Recommended, sometimes required

Visa

Obtained at the embassy in advance

Frequently asked

Do Mozambique citizens need a visa for Costa Rica?
Mozambique citizens need a visa to enter Costa Rica. Apply in advance at an embassy or visa centre.
Which passport is stronger — Mozambique or Costa Rica?
The Costa Rica passport is stronger: 91 visa-free countries versus 29. Global rank: Mozambique #162, Costa Rica #62.
Where can Mozambique and Costa Rica citizens travel together visa-free?
Both passports get visa-free access to 15 of the same countries.
What documents do I need for Costa Rica?
Usually: a valid passport (6+ months), a return ticket, proof of funds and accommodation. Plus a visa obtained from the embassy in advance. Always confirm exact requirements with the embassy.
Can visa requirements change between Mozambique and Costa Rica?
Yes, visa rules change periodically. This data is current as of Aug 2026 — always confirm with the embassy before you travel.

Mozambique passport ranking

Where else the Mozambique passport can take you and how it ranks worldwide.

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