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 15 days.

Costa Rica passport holders can typically stay in Thailand for 15 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 Thailand. You can choose: apply online before travel, or get a visa at the airport.

You have two options: apply online for an eVisa before travel (recommended to avoid airport queues), or get a visa on arrival at the Thailand 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 Thailand 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 Thailand embassy or consulate.