Costa Rica Travel Insurance
To travel to Costa Rica, the Costa Rican government does require proof of visitors health insurance including coverage for covid-19. Trawick International does offer 2 plans Safe Travels Voyager and Safe Travels Explorer that meets those requirements.
Costa Rica Visitors Insurance Policy Requirements:
Tourists can select any international insurance company that meets the following requirements:
- Valid during the entire stay in Costa Rica (coverage/travel dates)
- $50,000 for medical expenses, including COVID-19 infection
- $2,000 for lodging expenses in the event of COVID-19 quarantine
Travelers must ask their insurance company for a certificate/letter in English or Spanish stating the following information:
- Full Names (as seen on passport) for all individuals traveling
- Validity of the effective policy during the Costa Rica visit (coverage/travel dates)
- Guaranteed coverage for medical expenses in the event of COVID-19 in Costa Rica, valued at least $50,000
- Minimum coverage of $2,000 for lodging expenses for quarantine or trip interruption for this same amount
This certificate must specify that the policy covers COVID-19 and must be uploaded to the HEALTH PASS to be reviewed and approved by Costa Rican authorities. Upon purchasing your insurance plan, you will be issued ID Cards, Confirmation of Coverage and Visa Letter.
The Visa Letter issued by Trawick International will provide the necessary details to be upload on the government website per the Costa Rican government requirements highlighting the coverage details of the plan including the covid-19 coverage and the required quarantine lodging benefit.
To learn more, check out our blog: Buying Travel Insurance for Travel to Costa Rica U.S. Citizen and Residents Only