Before the pandemic, Costa Rica received over 1.7 million tourists annually, bringing an estimated 1.7 billion dollars in revenue with them. With COVID-19 devastating the tourism industry it’s no wonder governing officials in Costa Rica have been hard at work developing safety guidelines to bring tourists back to this breathtaking gem safely.
One way the Central American country is doing this is by requiring all tourists to register for a health pass before visiting the country. Here’s a look at what you need to know about the Costa Rica Health pass before you go.
Why Get the Health Pass?
Costa Rica is one of the most popular ecotourism destinations in the world! Nestled between the Caribbean and the Pacific, the region is full of biodiversity. With more than 300 beaches, 800 miles of coastline, 5 volcanoes, and 10,000 square miles of precious rainforest the Central American country is an instinctively attractive travel option for those looking to social distance outside. If that wasn’t enough, the men and women, or “ticos” and “ticas” are said to be some of the happiest people in the world. A phenomenon that may have something to do with the country’s relaxing “pura vida” lifestyle.
What is a Costa Rica Health Pass?
To help restore tourism in the safest way possible for both visitors as well as the country’s inhabitants, Costa Rican officials have created several sanitation control measures. Among these orders is the Costa Rican health pass requirement.
The pass is essentially a form that includes the: contact, travel, and insurance information of the individual visiting the country. All tourists are currently required to complete the form requesting the health pass prior to arrival. Once the form is completed, a QR code is sent to you. If you do not have this code you will not be granted entry into the country.
What questions will they ask?
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