🇨🇷 Costa Rica · Religious Worker
Residentes temporales como religioso o religiosa — requirements, costs & how to apply
Who is eligible
| Minimum monthly income | €87 |
| Work experience | 1+ years |
| Health insurance | Required (valid in-country) |
| Criminal record | Clean record / police clearance |
| Age range | 18–60 |
Costs
| Application / consular fee | €46 |
Duration & renewal
Initial stay: 24 months. Does not lead directly to permanent residence.
How to apply
- Confirm you meet the eligibility above.
- Gather documents and apply via the official portal: https://migracion.go.cr/visas/.
- Typical processing: ~10 days.
Frequently asked
How much income do I need?
You must show €87.
Does this visa lead to permanent residence?
No — it does not lead directly to permanent residence.
Do I need health insurance?
Yes — valid health insurance in the country is required.
Sources & verification
Every figure on this page is taken from an official government source and dated. Nothing is inferred.
“Comprobante de los medios económicos para su subsistencia durante su permanencia en el país.”
“Certificado de antecedentes penales de la persona extranjera que solicita la visa.”
“Visto/permissão de trabalhador religioso = residência TEMPORÁRIA ligada à organização religiosa patrocinadora; a fonte oficial não estabelece via de residência permanente a partir deste visto (PR = processo geral separado). not_applicable. Quote do programa: Residentes temporales como religioso o religiosa”
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Informational only, not legal or immigration advice. Requirements change — always confirm on the official government source linked above before applying. Last verified 2026-06-22.