Onward Ticket for Costa Rica
Proof of onward travel, ready in minutes — without buying a flight you will not take.
Checked almost every time
Why Costa Rica asks for it
Costa Rica is the most consistently strict country in Latin America on proof of exit. Airlines flying into San José and Liberia check before boarding as a matter of routine.
Where it is checked: Check-in desk for flights to San José (SJO) and Liberia (LIR).
Airlines that commonly check
- Spirit
- JetBlue
- Avianca
- Copa Airlines
- United
Common onward routes from Costa Rica
- SJO → PTY
- SJO → MEX
- LIR → SAL
- SJO → BOG
Frequently asked questions
Do I need proof of onward travel for Costa Rica?
Costa Rica is the most consistently strict country in Latin America on proof of exit. Airlines flying into San José and Liberia check before boarding as a matter of routine. Checked almost every time: check-in desk for flights to san josé (sjo) and liberia (lir).
Which airlines ask for it on flights to Costa Rica?
Travellers most often report being asked by Spirit, JetBlue, Avianca, Copa Airlines, United. Airlines enforce this because they are fined if a passenger is refused entry, so the check happens before you board rather than on arrival.
Is a FastOnward reservation accepted for Costa Rica?
FastOnward issues a temporary flight reservation document you can show at check-in. It is a reservation, not a purchased airline ticket, and it is not an airline confirmation. Always check the current entry rules for Costa Rica before you fly.
Entry rules change. Confirm the current requirements with Costa Rica Directorate General of Migration and with your airline before you travel.
