Costa Rica faces U.S. travel advisories over visa rules and chikungunya outbreak

U.S. immigration officials warned that any violation of visa terms by foreign visitors can lead to visa revocation, making future entry to the United States difficult. The advisory, highlighted in Costa Rican media, stresses compliance for tourists, students and temporary workers.

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention kept its Level 2 travel notice for chikungunya in northwest Costa Rica, urging travelers to protect against mosquito bites. Pregnant travelers are advised to reconsider trips to affected areas, and vaccination is recommended for those heading into the outbreak zone. The notice does not restrict travel but signals heightened health risk.

Both advisories target U.S. citizens and residents planning visits to Costa Rica, emphasizing legal and health precautions.