British Embassy in Costa Rica

Embassy organised a lunch on new economic trends

The Embassy and British Telecom (BT) organised a lunch for the British business community.

Kids plant trees to save the planet

Boys from the Ciudad de los Niños School plant 50 trees to help offset the Embassy´s carbon footprint and to mark 50 years of the institution

The impact of a global temperature rise

The impacts of climate change will be widespread across the globe. Our interactive map outlines some of the impacts that may occur if the global average temperature rises by 4º C (7º F).

British Embassy in Costa Rica

From climate change and financial instability, to health pandemics and weapons proliferation, the UK´s national security and prosperity depend on our work with other nations.

Better World, Better Britain. This requires a modern and effective Foreign & Commonwealth Office (FCO) that is clear about its role and focuses effort where it will make the most difference.

We play an active role in strengthening political and economic links between Costa Rica, Nicaragua and the UK. Our work includes providing commercial, consular, and information services.

Missing British National - Appeal for help

Michael George Dixon, 33 years old, was last seen in Tamarindo Beach on 19 October. If anyone has any information on his possible whereabouts please ring (506) 8896-4120

Position available at the Embassy:

Consular Regional Officer:The British Embassy invites applications for a new position in our Consular Section. Although based in San José, the position does have regional responsibilities including the co-ordination of training and resources.

Full Passports no longer issued at British Embassy San José

As from 9 November 2009 the passport service for British nationals in Costa Rica and Nicaragua was moved from San José to Washington. All applications and supporting documents need to be sent direct to the UK Passport Service Centre for the Americas and Caribbean in the British Embassy in Washington. The Passport team in Washington aim to issue new passports within 10 working days of receiving the correct documents and information (excluding transit time). In the meantime the British Embassy in San José will continue to issue Emergency Passports for people who need to travel urgently. Please pass Passports for more information.

LATEST NEWS

Missing British National - Appeal for help
6 November 2009
Michael George Dixon, 33 years old, was last seen in Tamarindo Beach on 19 October

Position available - Consular Regional Officer
5 November 2009
The British Embassy invites applications for a new position in our Consular Section