You can choose: apply online before travel, or get a visa at the airport.

You can choose: apply online before travel, or get a visa at the airport. Permitted stay is 30 days.

Costa Rica passport holders can typically stay in Palau for 30 days under the standard entry rules. Longer stays require a separate long-term visa.

Costa Rica citizens need an eVisa or Visa on Arrival to enter Palau. You can choose: apply online before travel, or get a visa at the airport.

Extendable twice only with fee

You have two options: apply online for an eVisa before travel (recommended to avoid airport queues), or get a visa on arrival at the Palau port of entry. The eVisa is faster on the day of travel; visa on arrival is convenient for last-minute trips.

For short business visits like meetings or conferences, Costa Rica citizens typically enter Palau under the same rules as tourists. For paid work, long assignments, or activities beyond what a tourist visa allows, a dedicated business or work visa is required. Confirm specifics with the Palau embassy or consulate.