MEDIA RELEASE

Costa Rica Eases Entry Requirements for Foreign Visitors

U.S. Tour Operator safety vacation protocols to visit Costa Rica during the pandemic.

Duluth, GA, October 23rd, 2020-The Costa Rica government announced that visitors will no longer need a negative COVID-19 tests proof for entry the country.

The measure will take effect on October 26, right before Costa Rica opens its air borders to all U.S. residents on November 1.

Visitors will still need to purchase health travel insurance to cover medical care and unexpected lodging expenses due to the pandemic. All travelers will also need to complete he Health Pass epidemiological form.

Costa Rica Dream Adventures (CRDA), U.S. Tour Operator since 1999, will assist travelers in making sure they are meeting all the requirements needed to enter the country.

From assistance of purchasing the right travel insurance to completing the Health Pass, CRDA will be with the travelers every step of the way to ensure a safety and stress-free vacation.

Costa Rica Dream Adventures has also established new protocols for a safety Costa Rica vacation during the pandemic.

“This is the good news we have been waiting for. Our company has established new vacation protocols that will make travelers feel safe and secure that we will be there for them. Our services start from the moment our customers call until they take their flight back home. We’re ready to meet again”, said Arthur Salus, CEO of Costa Rica Dream Adventures.

CRDA has served the travel industry as one of the main tour operators for Costa Rica in the U.S. for the past 20 years providing personalized Costa Rica vacations to individuals, families, and large groups.

Costa Rica Dream Adventures has offices in Atlanta, Georgia, and San Jose, Costa Rica for 24/7 in-country support.

CRDA vacation protocols follow the guidelines provided by the Costa Rica government and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) with the main objective of prioritizing the safety of our clients.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

  • Complete digital epidemiological form “Health Pass”
  • Travel insurance – international or purchased through the Costa Rica National Insurance Institute- that covers medical care, or an unexpected extended hotel stay due to COVID-19
  • This policy can be international or purchased from Costa Rican insurers
  • Face masks in all indoor circumstances are mandatory. The only exceptions are at restaurants and all open-air tourism activities

TRAVEL INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS

  • Valid policy during the visit to Costa Rica
  • If selecting international travel insurance, the policy must cover for medical expenses in cases of COVID-19 in Costa Rica, for at least USD$50,000
  • If selecting Costa Rica travel insurance, the policy must cover for medical expenses related to COVID-19, including medication, for at least USD$20,000. To access these Costa Rica insurers online visit Sagicor or INS for purchase.
  • Policy must include coverage of USD $2,000 for extended lodging expenses due to the pandemic
  • Visitors will be required to submit insurance information online by filling out the epidemiological form.
  • If the visitor has a foreign policy, they must upload a PDF for validation in English or Spanish
  • If the visitor has a Costa Rica travel insurance, the policy number can be included online.

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About Costa Rica Dream Adventures
Costa Rica Dream Adventures (CRDA) has been in business for over 20 years selling exclusively Costa Rica. We are based in Atlanta, Georgia, and have an office in San Jose, Costa Rica for 24/7 on-site support. CRDA provides customized packages for individuals, couples, family vacations, weddings, anniversaries, groups, corporate, and incentive travel. We can customize itineraries to serve everyone from individuals to large groups.