Costa Rica
Why We Work In Costa Rica
- Costa Rica’s healthcare system is comprehensive but faces challenges in rural areas
- Costa Rica’s poverty rate in 2022 was 14.10%
- Despite high literacy rates, access to quality education varies, particularly in remote regions
- Rural areas sometimes lack adequate roads, water systems, and sanitation facilities
- Addressing cultural and linguistic diversity to ensure inclusive healthcare and education
Costa Rica at a glance
Official Name:
Republic of Costa Rica
Form of Government:
Democratic Republic
Capital:
San José
Population:
4,987,142
Official Languages:
Spanish, English
Money:
Costa Rican colon
Area:
19,729 square miles (51,100 square kilometers)
MEDLIFE’s impact in costa rica
Total patients attended: 4,231
Toothbrushing patients: 335
PAP smears: 476
Breast exams: 228
requirements to visit
Costa Rica travel requirements:
A passport with a validity of the duration of your stay is required to enter Costa Rica. Before you travel, ensure that your passport is valid and up to date. If you need to renew your passport before traveling, do so as soon as possible.
Costa Rica visa requirements:
Travellers entering Costa Rica do not need to obtain a visa if their stay is under 180 days.
Do you need vaccinations to go to Costa Rica?
While no vaccinations are required to enter Costa Rica, it is advisable to get up to date on certain vaccinations like typhoid, hepatitis A, hepatitis B, yellow fever, rabies, and COVID-19. There are also potential requirements related to yellow fever.
Costa Rica travel restrictions:
It is important to stay up to date on the travel advisories for Peru from your country’s government website.
highlights of service learning trips
Duration of trips:
8 days
Average Cost:
$1,950
Seasons:
Costa Rica has two main seasons: the dry season (December to April) and the rainy season (May to November).
Highlights of destination:
Fortuna waterfall, Arenal volcano, La paz volcano, Manuel Antonio Beach, Nauyaca waterfalls
Learn about costa rica
To learn more about Costa Rica, check out our FAQ page
How To Join a Service Learning Trip in Costa Rica
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