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We originally had the following in
Costa Rica
News, but it inspired us to put it on a separate page and add some travel tips.
If you have other questions you think should be addressed here, please let us
know at info@1dreamgetaway.com.
Following these Travel Tips is what the US State Department has to say
about Costa Rica...
1. Although there are two banks (Bancredito & Banco Costa
Rica) at Liberia airport (LIR) for collecting your $26 Tourist Exit Tax,
neither of them accept Mastercard. Bring a Visa or cash.
2. Costa Rica's local airlines (Sansa and Nature Air) have
a twenty five pound (25#) limit on baggage.
3. Be certain your passport is good for more-than 3
months before you arrive to Costa Rica, or they will turn you around and
send you home!
We are regular travelers between
Fort Myers Florida (RSW) and Liberia, Costa Rica (LIR). Until recently, we've
used American Airlines. The flight from RSW to MIA is on American Eagle, and the
boarding gates are a mile apart in Miami airport (which must be walked). The
American Eagle planes are cramped old prop planes and you have to take a bus to
the plane. Often we rent a car to/from Miami, but sometimes it is actually
cheaper to fly AA LIR/RSW than LIR/MIA (flying AA from Liberia to Miami to Fort
Myers, Florida can be cheaper than just the flight from Liberia to Miami). We want to share three recent
experiences, which may help some clients in booking their flights to Liberia,
Costa Rica:
1. The same (RSW/LIR) flights are available
on Delta through Atlanta. The departure/arrival times are almost the same, and
for our last booking the prices were identical. However, with Delta
you travel on Boeing 757's and Atlanta has monorails to get you around. Miami is
not one of America's great airports.
2. In our experience, the Delta and
American/American Eagle flights (RSW/LIR) cost exactly the same on
Priceline, but the American Airline flight cost $31 more on the
American Airlines website.
3. AA has recently cancelled flights to/from
LIR leaving hundreds stranded for days. When American Airlines cancels a flight
coming into LIR, they give you the
options of a flight into San Jose (SJO) and a bus to LIR---or flying another day
with no compensation. Leaving LIR, they give you the options of a hotel in
Liberia or a bus to San Jose.
4. In her annual birthday visit in 2008, my
mother traveled Delta instead of American Airlines from Fort Myers, Florida to
Liberia, Costa Rica. With American's cancellations and the nightmare
of changing flights at Miami International Airport, I thought it would be easier
for her to get around in Atlanta, where they have moving sidewalks and
monorails. HOWEVER, although I paid for Mom's flight months in advance and had
her itinerary, Delta called Mom (without notifying me, the client). took her
credit card information, and charged her $210 for a room in Atlanta and advised
that she was spending the night there. At the same time, Delta took down all of
their contact email addresses, and it was only through the efforts of a 1 Dream
Getaway client that we got her on a Delta flight from Atlanta to
LIR.
It is this attitude of American business
(WHAT CAN YOU YOU DO FOR US) that has destroyed the image and economy of the
United States, and hence the Dubai link. On top of
that, the airlines are now raping their customers with fuel surcharges and
baggage charges, so be certain to lock in all the details of your trip before
coming to the Paradise of Costa Rica with 1 Dream Getaway.
The following
from a client may help our Canadian clients
book their flights:
hey alan, skyservice and sunwing fly in a charter once a week and collect
previous week's on way home.i took skyservice and it was fine.aircanada goes to
san jose and continental finishes the trip...more expensive but pretty much any
day you want...best bet www.flightcenter.ca
has all the flights online and guarantees best price
5 months after receiving a new motor, the 1 Dream Getaway
limousine ( a 1990 Trooper ) is getting a new motor. As is to be expected
given Tico Time, the promised delivery date of July 4 (2007) continues. We
had to rent a car, and are sorry to report finding the following tag
attached to the sun visor. As gas stations are an hour apart here, the
Costa Rica rental car companies
are recommending that you drive an hour (maybe 2 or 3) on a flat tire
rather than changing it (for fear of highway robbers). We did this, and
were charged for a new tire. These warnings do not apply in 1 Dream Getaway
Territory, and we are sorry they are necessary for other areas of Costa
Rica.:

The fact is, we could not survive without help from
strangers and it is always there for us without reservation or
compensation. Following are a dozen tips with our personal response to
commonly asked questions:
- Your
Passport: Costa Rica
requires passports to enter the country. In addition, your passport
cannot expire within 90 days of your arrival time. You also cannot leave
Costa Rica without your passport. Although technically illegal, we
recommend that you make a copy of the front page and entry stamp of your
passport, and leave the original someplace safe.
- Packing
is mostly according to
airline regulations. Avoid bringing anything in cardboard boxes (unless
they are in your suitcase), as Customs will normally waive suitcases
straight through while inspecting boxes.
- What to
bring depends largely upon
your itinerary, however remember that we have no dress codes. Our
weather is generally 70’s and 80’s with sunrise/sunset 6/6. We have no
rain from November to April, afternoon showers April to September, and
downpours as the rainy season winds out in the end of October. The
mountains and beaches will feel fresh, but we are in the tropics---so
bring and use sun blocker. Whatever you wear, it will be appreciated if
it is pressed and clean.
- Arrival at
LIR is a breeze. You will
come off your plane and walk a short distance through a large opening
(photo below) to the customs desks. Your passport will be read and
stamped promptly. A few feet beyond the Customs desk is where you
collect your luggage. We’ll be waiting at the only exit, and our car
will be a few feet away. What we do from there is up to you. Our time
is yours:

- Restaurants
are open air (even the upscale ones). No AC, no screens, no bugs, and no
dress codes. Tips are included in the bill, but rewarding good service
is always appreciated. The ones in 1 Dream Getaway Territory are there
to enjoy and not worry. HOWEVER if you choose to eat (or swim) in areas
where we do not have Packages (like San Jose, Tamarindo, Flamingo, Jaco,
Quepos, Puntarenus, any Gringo resorts) do not hang anything over your
chair, set anything on the floor, or take your eyes off your belongings.
"Typico" restaurants serve rice and bean three times per day. In
the last couple of years fast food chains have sprouted, and there is a
huge variety of places to eat.
- Rental cars:
Let us reserve your car.
We’ll take you to pick it up. Most of our clients do not rent cars.
Check VERY carefully the sheet that shows damage to the car, and if
(when) you see bent wheel rims note them on the sheet. If you return it
with less gas than is shown on the sheet, you will be charged $20 for
each 1/8 tank you are shy. Be sure you have a jack and lug wrench. Keep
in mind that very few roads have painted lines or street lights, and
there will often be bicycles, pedestrians, motorcycles with no lights,
chickens, dogs, horses and cows in the roads (even highways). Wear your
seatbelts if you see a Transito (radar trap) ahead, and flash your
lights to warn oncoming drivers when you pass the Transitos, as they
will do for you.
- Phones: Costa
Rica has one area code (506) and you never have to dial it within the
country. From outside Costa Rica, dial 011 506 and then the number.
Your cel will not work here. You can rent a cell for $1.00/day and
$1.80/minute. All calls within Costa Rica are long distance (meaning you
are charged by the minute, but you do NOT dial the area code), and resorts
with phones in the rooms will rip you royally for the calls you make.
KEEP OUR CEL NUMBER HANDY: 8389-7479 and leave a message if we don’t
answer (no signal). Our office also has an answering machine:
(2652-9017), and we can remote-dial to get your message.
- Animals:
Although Costa Rica has a
reputation for its snakes, I saw more in any given day in
Florida
than I have seen in my years here---and none are dangerous unless you
decide to harass them. Wasps and bees will not sting (again unless you
harass them). We have few mosquitoes, but avoid areas where there is
garbage and standing water, as this is where the mosquitoes carry
Dengue. Costa Rica News reports on
the 2007 epidemic. The only ants that will bother
you are tiny ones (like sugar ants) that bite and annoy, but do not
leave marks. These ants usually make large brown mounds, and the
material of these mounds is used to make our wood-burning ovens. THEY
ALSO LIVE in scrawny-looking trees that have either big thorns or bark
full of small holes. DO NOT TOUCH THESE TREES, as the ants will appear
from nowhere in huge swarms. We have large red ants that look like
Florida fire ants, but they
are harmless. None of the larger animals will bother you, and pesotes
(coati)
will come up and eat out of your hand. Cows, bulls and horses being
herded on the roads are used to traffic, and will let you pass through
them without charging your car. I usually forget myself, but it is a
good idea to check your shoes before putting them on to make sure a
scorpion has not found a temporary home there.
- Water: 1
Dream getaway Resorts have the cleanest water you can find running from
their taps. Tamarindo does not—nor some other places. We do not have
Montezuma’s Revenge in 1 Dream Getaway Territory. There is a back street in Tamarindo called Dengue
Alley because of its standing water and garbage. Places like that are
where the Dengue-infected mosquitoes live. Dengue is especially rampant
in Limon, San Jose, Jaco and Playas del Coco.
- What to
bring: I usually wear long
pants and long-sleeve shirts. If you plan to spend a lot of time
outside, a hat is a good option (especially one that shades your neck).
There are plenty for sale here. Our horse/canopy tours are 4 to 6 hours
long, and a small back pack for drinks or snacks (plus your camera,
etc.) may be helpful. Bring and use sun blocker. Wear comfortable shoes.
A translator or dictionary will help. Any attempt at speaking Spanish is
appreciated. Your laptop will not connect to the internet, except at
some of our
Villas and high-end all-inclusive resorts (unless, of course, you
have satellite). Your cel will not work. You will not need jackets, ties
or suits.
- Money:
A dollar is worth about
520 colones. Either are spendable---but not $50’s and $100’s. Stores
will often not give you full value for your dollar. Consider a c1000
bill (mil) to be two dollars; c5000 (cinco mil) to be $10 and c10000 (diez
mil) to be $20. Foreign coins are worthless. Do not bring Travelers
checks. The places that take them rip you off. ATM’s are common,
but Banco Nacional will only allow cash advances in colones. All other
banks offer a choice between colones and dollars. Most places (major restaurants (not typico), gas stations, resorts,
casinos, spas, jet ski rentals) will take credit cards. If you have a 1
Dream Getaway companion, let her barter in colones for major purchases
and taxis.
- Before
checking your bags to
leave, you have to pay a $26 Tourist Exit Tax. There is a bank at the
airport which takes your money (dollars, colones or credit card) and
gives you a form to fill out. We usually take you early to the
airport, let you pay your tax, check your bags and get your boarding
pass---then we go out somewhere for a meal or snack, help you fill out
the Exit form, and bring you back in time to board but without spending
excessive time standing in line and waiting around. HOWEVER, at times
they schedule several take-offs (like five!) in a short period, and when
that happens there are long lines to clear Customs, so you are better
off waiting. As of mid-September, 2007, you can check your bags at LIR
without first paying your tax and filling out the Form. When arriving to
leave from LIR, see which line is shortest and take it.
- CRIME (even violent crime) is on the rise
in Costa Rica. As implied in the Consular sheet below, the police will
do nothing to solve the crime or get your stuff back. Police speak no
English, and trying to report a crime is a waste of time unless you need
a Report for insurance reasons. It can be a project just to get the cops
to give you a report. 1 Dream Getaway never has and never will
have a client as the victim of a crime. The criminals are San Jose gangs
who target gringo resorts with the best websites (in English). For that
reason, we do not use those resorts. Scroll down our
ABOUT US page to see a sign posted behind the
Registration Desk at a popular Gringo resort.
Costa Rica
Consular Information Sheet
September 12, 2007
COUNTRY DESCRIPTION:
Costa Rica is a middle-income, developing country with a strong
democratic tradition. Tourist facilities are extensive and generally
adequate. The capital is San Jose. English is a second language for many
Costa Ricans. Read the Department
of State Background Notes on Costa Rica for additional
information.
ENTRY/EXIT
REQUIREMENTS:
For entry into Costa Rica, U.S. citizens must present valid passports
that will not expire for at least thirty days after arrival, and a
roundtrip/outbound ticket. Some U.S. airlines may not permit passengers
to board flights to Costa Rica without such a ticket. Passports should
be in good condition; Costa Rican immigration will deny entry if the
passport is damaged in any way. Costa Rican authorities generally permit
U.S. citizens to stay up to ninety days; to stay beyond the period
granted, travelers must submit an application for an extension to the
Office of Temporary Permits in the Costa Rican Department of
Immigration. Tourist visas are usually not extended except under special
circumstances, and extension requests are evaluated on a case-by-case
basis. There is a departure tax for short-term visitors. Tourists who
stay over ninety days may experience a delay at the airport when
departing. Persons who overstayed previously may be denied entry to
Costa Rica.
Persons traveling to Costa Rica from some countries in South America and
Sub-Saharan Africa must provide evidence of a valid yellow fever
vaccination prior to entry. The South American countries include
Bolivia, Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador and Venezuela.
See
SPECIAL CIRCUMSTANCES for information on requirements to carry
documentation within Costa Rica and for information on travel by dual
national minors.
The most authoritative and up-to-date information on Costa
Rican entry and exit requirements, including visa information, may be
obtained from the Consular Section of the Embassy of Costa Rica at 2114
“S” Street, NW, Washington, DC 20008, telephone (202) 234-2945/46 , fax
(202) 265-4795 , e-mail
consulate@costarica-embassy.org, web site
http://www.costarica-embassy.org, or from the Costa
Rican consulates in Atlanta, Chicago, Houston, Los Angeles, Miami, New
Orleans, New York, San Juan (Puerto Rico), San Francisco, and Tampa. The
Costa Rican immigration agency maintains a web site at:
http://www.migracion.go.cr. It is advisable to contact
the Embassy of Costa Rica in Washington or one of Costa Rica's
consulates in the United States for specific information regarding
customs requirements before shipping any items.
Find more information about
dual nationality
and the prevention of
international child
abduction on our web site. For further information
about customs regulations, please read our
Customs Information.
SAFETY AND SECURITY:
There have been no recent acts of terrorism in Costa Rica. Visitors to
Costa Rica may experience the effects of civil disturbances such as work
stoppages and strikes. Although infrequent, these acts can create
inconveniences for visitors. On both the Caribbean and Pacific coasts,
currents are swift and dangerous, and there are few lifeguards or signs
warning of dangerous beaches. Every year eight to twelve American
citizens drown in Costa Rica due to riptides or sudden drop-offs while
in shallow water. Extreme caution is advised.
Adventure tourism is popular in Costa Rica, and many companies offer
white-water rafting, bungee jumping, jungle canopy tours, deep sea
diving, and other outdoor attractions. Americans are urged to use
caution in selecting adventure tourism companies. The government of
Costa Rica regulates and monitors the safety of adventure tourism
companies; enforcement of safety laws is overseen by the Ministry of
Health. Registered tourism companies with operating permits must meet
safety standards and have insurance coverage. The safety regulations
enforced in Costa Rica are not the same as safety regulations enforced
in the United States.
For the latest security information, Americans traveling abroad should
regularly monitor the Department’s Internet web site at
http://travel.state.gov, where the current Worldwide
Caution Public Announcement, Travel Warnings and Public Announcements
can be found.
Up-to-date information on safety and security can also be obtained by
calling 1-888-407-4747 toll free in the U.S., or for callers outside the
U.S. and Canada, a regular toll-line at 1-202-501-4444. These numbers
are available from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Eastern Time, Monday through
Friday (except U.S. federal holidays).
The Department of State urges American citizens to take responsibility
for their own personal security while traveling overseas. For general
information about appropriate measures travelers can take to protect
themselves in an overseas environment, see the Department of State’s
pamphlet
A Safe Trip Abroad.
CRIME:
Over one and a half million foreign tourists, the majority American,
visit Costa Rica annually. All are potential targets for criminals,
primarily thieves looking for cash, jewelry, credit cards, electronic
items and passports. U.S. citizens are encouraged to exercise the same
level of caution they would in major cities or tourist areas throughout
the world. Local law enforcement agencies have limited capabilities and
do not act according to U.S. standards. Travelers should
minimize driving at night, especially outside urban areas.
Americans should avoid areas with high concentrations of bars and
nightclubs, especially at night, and steer clear of deserted properties
or undeveloped land. For safety reasons, the Embassy does not place its
official visitors in hotels in the San Jose city center, but instead
puts them at the larger hotels in the outlying suburbs. Americans should
walk or exercise with a companion, bearing in mind that crowded tourist
attractions and resort areas popular with foreign tourists are common
venues for criminal activities. Travelers should ignore any verbal
harassment, and avoid carrying passports, large amounts of cash, jewelry
or expensive photographic equipment. Tourists are encouraged to carry
photocopies of the passport data page and Costa Rican entry stamp on
their persons, and leave the original passport in a hotel safe or other
secure place.
Travelers should purchase an adequate level of locally valid theft
insurance when renting vehicles, park in secured lots whenever possible,
and never leave valuables in the vehicle. The U.S. Embassy receives
several reports daily of valuables, identity documents, and other items
stolen from locked vehicles, primarily rental vehicles. Thefts from
parked cars occur in downtown San Jose, at beaches, in the airport and
bus station parking lots, and at national parks and other tourist
attractions.
Travelers should use licensed taxis, which are red with medallions
(yellow triangles containing numbers) painted on the side. Licensed
taxis at the airport are painted orange. All licensed taxis should have
working door handles, locks, seatbelts and meters (called "marias");
passengers are required to use seatbelts. When traveling by bus, avoid
putting bags or other personal belongings in the storage bins. At all
times have your belongings in your line of sight or in your possession.
Thieves usually work in groups of two to four. A common scam has one
person drop change in a crowded area, such as on a bus, and when the
victim tries to assist, a wallet or other item is taken. The most
common scam involves the surreptitious puncturing of tires of rental
cars, often near restaurants, tourist attractions, airports, or close to
the car rental agencies themselves. When the travelers pull over, "good
Samaritans" quickly appear to change the tire - and just as quickly
remove valuables from the car, sometimes brandishing weapons. Drivers
with flat tires are advised to drive, if at all possible, to the nearest
service station or other public area, and change the tire themselves,
watching valuables at all times.
In late 2006, the government of Costa Rica established a Tourist Police
force, and units were established in popular tourist areas throughout
the country. The Tourist Police can assist with the reporting of a
crime, which can be difficult for victims due to language barriers and
the requirement that only investigative police can accept crime
reports.
In many countries around the world, counterfeit and pirated goods are
widely available. Transactions involving such products may be illegal
under local law. In addition, bringing them back to the United States
may result in forfeitures and/or fines. More information on this serious
problem is available at
http://www.cybercrime.gov/18usc2320.htm.
INFORMATION
FOR VICTIMS OF CRIME: The loss or theft
abroad of a U.S. passport should be reported immediately to the local
police and the nearest U.S. Embassy or Consulate. If you are the victim
of a crime while overseas, in addition to reporting to local police,
please contact the nearest U.S. Embassy or Consulate for assistance. The
Embassy/Consulate staff can, for example, assist you to find appropriate
medical care, contact family members or friends and explain how funds
could be transferred. Although the investigation and prosecution of the
crime is solely the responsibility of local authorities, consular
officers can help you to understand the local criminal justice process
and to find an attorney if needed.
See our information on
Victims of Crime.
MEDICAL FACILITIES AND
HEALTH INFORMATION:
Medical care in San Jose is adequate, but is limited in areas outside of
San Jose. Most prescription and over-the-counter medications are
available throughout Costa Rica. Doctors and hospitals often expect
immediate cash payment for health services, and U.S. medical insurance
is not always valid outside the United States. A list of local doctors
and medical facilities can be found at the website of the U.S. Embassy
in San Jose, at
http://sanjose.usembassy.gov. An ambulance may be
summoned by calling 911. The best-equipped ambulances are called “unidad
avanzada.” Ambulance service in Costa Rica does not meet U.S. standards,
and response time is unreliable.
Information on vaccinations and other health precautions, such as safe
food and water precautions and insect bite protection, may be obtained
from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s hotline for
international travelers at 1-877-FYI-TRIP (1-877-394-8747) or via the
CDC’s Internet site at
http://wwwn.cdc.gov/travel/default.aspx. For
information about outbreaks of infectious diseases abroad consult the
World Health Organization’s (WHO) web site at
http://www.who.int/en. Further
health information for travelers is available at
http://www.who.int/ith.
MEDICAL INSURANCE:
The Department of State strongly urges Americans to consult with their
medical insurance company prior to traveling abroad to confirm whether
their policy applies overseas and whether it will cover emergency
expenses such as a medical evacuation. Please see our information on
medical insurance
overseas.
TRAFFIC SAFETY AND ROAD
CONDITIONS:
While in a foreign country, U.S. citizens may encounter road conditions
that differ significantly from those in the United States. The
information below concerning Costa Rica is provided for general
reference only, and may not be totally accurate in a particular location
or circumstance.
Costa Rica has one of the highest vehicle accident rates in the
world. The fatality rate for pedestrians and those riding bicycles and
motorcycles is disproportionately high. Traffic laws and speed limits
are often ignored, turns across one or two lanes of traffic are common,
turn signals are rarely used, passing on dangerous stretches of highway
is common, and pedestrians are not given the right of way. Roads are
often in poor condition, and large potholes with the potential to cause
significant damage to vehicles are common. Pedestrians, cyclists, and
farm animals may use the main roads. Traffic signs, even on major
highways, are inadequate and few roads are lined. Shoulders are narrow
or consist of drainage ditches. All of the above, in addition to poor
visibility due to heavy fog or rain, makes driving at night especially
treacherous. Landslides are common in the rainy season. All types of
motor vehicles are appropriate for the main highways and principal roads
in the major cities. However, some roads to beaches and other rural
locations are not paved, and many destinations are accessible only with
high clearance, rugged suspension four-wheel drive vehicles. Travelers
are advised to call ahead to their hotels to ask about the current
status of access roads.
Costa Rica has a 911 system for reporting emergencies. In the event of a
traffic accident, vehicles must/must be left where they are. Both the
Transito (Traffic Police) and the Insurance Investigator must make
accident reports before the vehicles are moved.
Please refer to our
Road Safety
page for more information.
AVIATION SAFETY
OVERSIGHT:
The U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has assessed the
Government of Costa Rica’s Civil Aviation Authority as being in
compliance with International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO)
aviation safety standards for oversight of Costa Rica’s air carrier
operations. For more information, travelers may visit the FAA’s website
at
http://www.faa.gov/safety/programs_initiatives/oversight/iasa.
SPECIAL CIRCUMSTANCES:
Land Ownership and
Shoreline Property: U.S. citizens are
urged to use caution when making real estate purchases, and consult
reputable legal counsel and investigate thoroughly all aspects before
entering into a contract. Coastal land within fifty meters of the high
tide line is open to the public, and construction on the next one
hundred fifty meters inland is possible only with the approval of the
local municipality.
Squatters:
Organized squatter groups have invaded properties in various parts of
the country. These squatter groups, often supported by politically
active persons and non-governmental organizations, take advantage of
legal provisions that allow people without land to gain title to unused
agricultural property. Local courts may show considerable sympathy for
the squatters. Victims of squatters have reported threats,
harassment, and violence.
Documentation
Requirements: Visitors are required to carry
appropriate documentation at all times. However, due to the high
incidence of passport theft, tourists are permitted and encouraged to
carry photocopies of the datapage and entry stamp from the passport,
leaving the passport in a hotel safe or other secure place. Tourists who
carry passports are urged to place them securely in an inside pocket.
Exit Procedures for
Costa Rican Citizens: Costa Rican children
may only depart the country upon presentation of an exit permit issued
by immigration authorities. This policy, designed to prevent
international child abduction, applies to dual national U.S./Costa Rican
citizens. Parents of minors who obtained Costa Rican citizenship through
a parent or through birth in Costa Rica are advised to consult with
appropriate Costa Rican authorities prior to travel to Costa Rica,
especially if one (or both) parent(s) is not accompanying the child.
Disaster
Preparedness: Costa Rica is located in an
earthquake and volcanic zone. Serious flooding occurs annually on the
Caribbean side near the port city of Limon, but flooding occurs in other
parts of Costa Rica as well, depending on the time of year
and rainfall. General information about natural disaster preparedness is
available via the Internet from the U.S. Federal Emergency Management
Agency (FEMA) at
http://www.fema.gov/.
CRIMINAL PENALTIES:
While in a foreign country, a U.S. citizen is subject to that country's
laws and regulations, which sometimes differ significantly from those in
the United States and may not afford the protections available to the
individual under U.S. law. Penalties for breaking the law can be more
severe than in the United States for similar offenses. Persons violating
Costa Rican laws, even unknowingly, may be expelled, arrested or
imprisoned. Penalties for possession, use, or trafficking in illegal
drugs in Costa Rica are severe, and convicted offenders can expect long
jail sentences and heavy fines. Engaging in sexual conduct with children
or using or disseminating child pornography in a foreign country is a
crime, prosecutable in the United States. Please see our information on
Criminal Penalties.
CHILDREN'S ISSUES: For
information on international adoption of children and international
parental child abduction, see the
Office of Children’s
Issues web site.
REGISTRATION / EMBASSY
LOCATION:
Americans living or traveling in Costa Rica are encouraged to register
with the U.S. Embassy through the State
Department’s travel registration web site and to
obtain updated information on travel and security within Costa Rica.
Americans without Internet access may register directly with the U.S.
Embassy. By registering, American citizens make it easier for the
Embassy to contact them in case of emergency. The U.S. Embassy is
located in Pavas, San Jose, and may be reached at (506) 519-2000; the
extension for the Consular Section is 2453. The Embassy is open Monday
through Friday, and is closed on Costa Rican and U.S. holidays. Those
seeking information are strongly encouraged to utilize the Embassy web
site:
http://sanjose.usembassy.gov/ and can email
consularsanjose@state.gov with
any questions/concerns. For emergencies arising outside normal business
hours, U.S. citizens may call (506) 220-3127 and ask for the duty
officer.
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