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Prostitution in Costa Rica: legality, prices & cities

What’s legal, which cities we cover and what the nightlife looks like — Costa Rica at a glance.

18+ only. Informational; legality varies by country.

Legal status

Legal for adults. Legal for adults; pimping and trafficking illegal. A large informal sector exists around tourist hubs like San José.

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Covered locations in Costa Rica

Region: Central America And Caribbean

Current specifics

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