Guidance

Costa Rica: prisoner pack

Explanation of the legal and prison system to British nationals in Costa Rica.

• From: Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office
• Published: 22 March 2013
• Last updated: 13 August 2021 — See all updates

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Costa Rica: prisoner pack

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This guide aims to explain the legal and prison system to British nationals who are imprisoned. You can also read about how to apply for a transfer back to a UK prison.

Published 22 March 2013
Last updated 13 August 2021 + show all updates

1. 13 August 2021

   The prisoner pack for Costa Rica has been updated.

2. 5 August 2019

   We have updated the Prisoner Pack.

3. 15 July 2014

   Updated version of this document available.

4. 22 March 2013

   First published.