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Aeronautical Information: Costa Rica
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Designated Authorities

1. Civil Aviation

Postal address: Direccion General de Aviacion Civil
Ministerio Obras Publicas y Transportes
Apartado Postal 5062-1000
San Jose, Costa Rica C.A.
Telephone: +506 231 3666 ext 119
Fax: +506 231 7923
Telex:
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E-mail:
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2. Meteorology

Postal address: Departamento de Meteorologia
Sinoptica y Aeronautica
Instituto Meteorologico Nacional
Apartado Postal 7-3350
San Jose, Costa Rica C.A.
Telephone: +506 222 2467
+506 222 56 17
Fax: +506 223 1837
Telex:
AFS: MROCYMYX
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E-mail:
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3. Customs

Postal address: Direccion General de Aduanas
Ministerio de Hacienda
Apartado Postal 10033
San Jose, Costa Rica C.A.
Telephone: +506 233 9525
Fax: +506 223 7334
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4. Immigration

Postal address: Direccion General de Migracion y Extranjeria
Ministerio de Seguridad Publica
San Jose, Costa Rica C.A.
Telephone: +506 220 0355
+506 220 18 52
Fax: +506 226 7823
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5. Health

Postal address: Sanidad Aerea
Departmento de Vigilancia Epidemiologica
Ministerio de Salud
San Jose, Costa Rica C.A.
Telephone: +506 223 4931
Fax: +506 225 1427
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6. Animal Quarantine

Postal address: Direccion de Sanidad Vegetal
Ministerio de Agricultura y Ganaderia
Aparto Postal 10094
San Jose, Costa Rica C.A.
Telephone: +506 260 8300
Fax: +506 260 8294
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7. Plant Quarantine

Postal address: Direccion de Sanidad Vegetal
Ministerio de Agricultura y Ganaderia
Aparto Postal 10094
San Jose, Costa Rica C.A.
Telephone: +506 260 8300
Fax: +506 260 8294
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8. Air Navigation and Airport Charges

Postal address: Direccion General de Aviacion Civil
Ministerio Obras Publicas y Transportes
Apartado Postal 5062-1000
San Jose, Costa Rica C.A.
Telephone: +506 231 3666 ext 119
Fax: +506 231 7923
Telex:
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E-mail:
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9. Aircraft Accident Investigation

Postal address:
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Aeronautical Information Services (AIS)

1. AIS Headquarters

Postal address: Ministerio de Obras Publicas y Transportes
Direccion General de Aviacion Civil
Apartado Postal 5026-1000
San Jose, Costa Rica C.A.
Telephone: +506 231 3666 ext 164
Fax: +506 231 4924
Telex:
AFS: MROCYOYX
Cable/SITA:
E-mail: aiscr@dgac.go.cr
WWW: aisweb.cocesna.hn/cgi-bin/NotamWeb_CRC

2. International NOTAM Office (NOF)

Postal address: Direccion General de Aviacion Civil
Dependencia AIS de Aerodromo
Oficina NOTAM
Apartado Postal 5026-1000
San Jose, Costa Rica C.A.
Telephone: +506 441 4781
+506 231 3666 ext 164
Fax: +506 231 4924
+506 231 2107
+506 443 3170
Telex:
AFS: MROCYOYX
Cable/SITA:
E-mail: aiscr@dgac.go.cr
aiscr@mail.com
WWW: aisweb.cocesna.hn/cgi-bin/NotamWeb_CRC

Air Traffic Services (ATS)

1. Responsible Service

Postal address: Direccion General de Aviacion Civil
Departamento de Aeronavegacion
Apartado Postal 5026-1000
San Jose, Costa Rica C.A.
Telephone: +506 231 4924
Fax: +506 443 8962
Telex:
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E-mail:
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2. ATS Units Contact List

Unit Name Telephone Number Telefax Number
El Coco APP (506) 443-8965 (506) 443-8963
El Coco TWR (506) 440-8722 (506) 442-2570
El Coco GND (506) 440-8722 (506) 442-2570
Liberia APP (506) 668-1178 (506) 668-1178
Liberia TWR (506) 668-1178 (506) 668-1178
Liberia GND (506) 668-1178 (506) 668-1178
Pavas TWR (506) 232-1165 (506) 232-1615
Pavas GND (506) 232-1165  

Airports of Entry (AOE)

Designated International Airports in Country

Airport M R A N E
           

The categories of airports are:

M-Major

International airports of entry and departure where all formalities incident to Customs, Immigration, Health and similar procedures are carried out, and which are open to scheduled and nonscheduled flights.

R-Restricted

International airports of entry and departure at which the formalities incident to Customs, Immigration, Health and similar procedures are made available on a restricted basis, to flights with prior approval only.

A-Alternate

International airports specified in the flight plan to which a flight may proceed when it becomes inadvisable to land at the airport of intended landing.

N-Nonscheduled

International airports at which approval may be granted, provided the prescribed prior notice is given, for international nonscheduled flights only; no other form of international operation is permitted.

E-External

International airports of entry and departure for international air traffic located in an administered territory, where all formalities incident to Customs, Immigration, Health and similar procedures are available.

Airport Links

     World Aero Data -- Costa Rica Airports

Aeronautical Information Publication

1. Available Online

     www.dgac.go.cr/documentacion_aip.html

Additional Remarks

1. United States International Aviation Restrictions

     Check Here

2. Further Entry Requirements

     1. All private and nonscheduled commercial aircraft overflying or landing for noncommercial purposes must provide at least 24 hours advance notification to the Director-General of Civil Aviation, Apartado Postal 5026, San Jose, Costa Rica (TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: AEROCIVIL SAN JOSE/TELEX: NONE). Notification must include:

       a. Type of aircraft and registration marks.

       b. Name of operator and purpose of flight.

       c. Dates and times of entry into and departure from Costa Rican airspace.

     2. If landing, include:

       a. Dates and times of arrival and departure at airport(s) of entry.

       b. Number of passengers.

       c.Type and amount of cargo.

     3. Nonscheduled commercial flights landing for commercial purpose must request permission 2 weeks in advance and submit all of the above information.

     4. Passport and onward/return ticket required. (Persons under the age of 16 must use a valid passport to enter Costa Rica.) Tourist card issued upon arrival at airport upon presentation of aforementioned documents for approximately $4. U.S. citizens must have onward/return ticket. For stays over 90 days, you must apply for an extension (within the first week of visit) with Costa Rican Immigration and, after 90 days, obtain exit visa and possess a valid U.S. passport. For travel with pets and other information, contact the Consular Section of the Embassy of Costa Rica, 2112 S St. NW, Washington, DC 20008 (202/234-2945) or nearest Consulate General: CA (415/392-8488), GA (404/951-7025), FL (305/371-7485), IL (312/263-2772), LA (504/887-8131), NY (212/425-2620) or TX (713/266-1527).
costarica-embassy.org

3. Corporate Aircraft Constraints

     None reported.

4. Special Notices

     1. All private and nonscheduled commercial aircraft overflying or landing for noncommercial purposes must have on board the following documents:

       a. Pilot's license, current medical certificate, and passport.

       b. Aircraft maintenance inspection records.

       c. Aircraft operations manuals.

       d. Certificate of airworthiness.

       e. Proof of aircraft insurance.

     2. Persons on business may be required to present a letter in duplicate stating occupation, purpose of visit, length of stay and financial responsibility.

Updated:
20051125

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