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British Embassy in San José, Costa Rica

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The British Embassy in San José, Costa Rica, California. For inquiries or assistance, please refer to the contact details below.

  • Embassy Address


    PO Box 815 - 1007
    San José
    Costa Rica

  • Contact Form Information

    For general enquiries

  • Office Hours

    Wednesday 8:00 AM–12:00 PM, 12:30 PM–4:00 PM
    Thursday 8:00 AM–12:00 PM, 12:30 PM–4:00 PM
    Friday 8:00 AM–1:00 PM
    Saturday Closed
    Sunday Closed
    Monday 8:00 AM–12:00 PM, 12:30 PM–4:00 PM
    Tuesday 8:00 AM–12:00 PM, 12:30 PM–4:00 PM

    Status: 🔒 Closed – Opens today at 8:00 AM

    🕒 Current time in San José: 3:22 AM, Wednesday June 10, 2026

Upcoming Holidays

Please note that the Embassy may be closed on the following holidays. We recommend contacting the Embassy directly to confirm their operating hours or availability on these dates.

  • Annexation of Guanacaste: July 25 Flag of Costa Rica
  • Our Lady of Los Ángeles: August 2 Flag of Costa Rica
  • Mother's Day: August 15 Flag of Costa Rica
  • Independence Day: September 15 Flag of Costa Rica

Available Services

The following is a brief list of services offered at the British Embassy in San José, Costa Rica:

  • Legalization of documents
  • Issuing emergency travel documents
  • Register marriages, births, and deaths
  • Notarize certain documents

Visa Requirements

If you hold a Costa Rican passport, you are required to obtain an eVisa or eTA to enter the United Kingdom.

Note: Visa requirements are determined by your nationality and the reason for your visit. Exceptions may arise based on the length of stay, specific conditions, or travel purpose.

Head of Mission

Edward Stevens, Ambassador

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This page was last edited on 18 April 2026 at 03:04 AM (EST).

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