The $28 departure tax at both the San Jose and Liberia airports are per person, regardless of age.
Be sure to save enough money at the end of your trip to be able to pay the tax so you can get on the plane!
The departure tax can be paid in cash (US$ or local colones) or by international credit cards and debit/cash cards, in advance or at the airport. Advice: if you plan to pay in advance at a BCR location (Sámara, Nosara), be careful not to lose the receipt. If paying at the airport, don’t get in line for check‑in until you pay the tax. The filled out passenger departure form with the tax stamp (receipt) must be presented at the check‑in desk to receive your boading pass.
