Latte art featuring a heart design in a cup on a wooden table with a spoon beside it.
The price in Costa Rica for a cup of

cappuccino

18-56 SEK

Bright yellow taxi driving down a narrow, bustling street lined with parked cars and apartment buildings, with a scenic hillside in the background.
One hour trip with

taxi

52-87 SEK

Largest airports in Costa Rica

San José Santamaria Airport (SJO)

Daniel Oduber Quiros Liberia Airport (LIR)

Quepos Managua Airport (XQP)

Currency information

In Costa Rica, you pay with Costa Rican colón, CRC. Accepted means of payment are both cash and card.

Most used payment method

Cash

Primary currency in Costa Rica
Alternative currency

Plan your trip to Costa Rica

With FOREX, you can prepare and plan your trip to Costa Rica through currency exchange services, booking experiences and activities, and finding flights and travel insurance. Costa Rica offers a rich mix of culture, nature and history. Discover lush rainforests, impressive ruins of ancient civilisations and vibrant cities full of colour and life. Enjoy warm weather, beautiful beaches and blue seas to swim in. The local food culture offers a wide range of flavours, from traditional street markets to sophisticated restaurants.

Things to do in Costa Rica

Experience Costa Rica's scenic beauty through adventures in its national parks, exploring coastlines with pristine beaches or diving in crystal clear waters. Cultural excursions to museums and historical sites reveal the country's rich heritage. Enjoy evenings of live music and dancing that reflect Costa Rica's vibrant city life. Relax and enjoy your holiday in the wonderful warmth and environment that Costa Rica has to offer. Some of the most popular cities and areas to visit in Costa Rica are San José, Guanacaste, Manuel Antonio and Arenal Volcano National Park. The capital of Costa Rica is San Jose. We wish you a fantastic trip to Costa Rica with many happy moments. Have a nice trip!

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FOREX index for Costa Rica

The FOREX Index compares average prices for things like mid-range or three-star hotels, restaurants and taxis.

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Time Zone: UTC-6

Elegant outdoor dining table set with plates, silverware, and inverted wine glasses, highlighted by warm sunset lighting, creating a cozy restaurant ambiance.
Average tip in a

restaurant

10 %

FOREX Credit Card

Up to 56 days of interest-free credit

You have up to 56 days to pay your monthly invoice, so you have time to go through it in peace and quiet before paying.

No currency surcharge or withdrawal fees

When paying with your card abroad, you avoid currency surcharges and withdrawal fees outside of the EU.

Supplementary insurances

You get, among other things, all-risk insurance when buying appliances, supplementary travel insurance and delivery insurance when buying online.

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