What is the "Fake Costa Rica Tourism Board Websites" scam in San José?

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Fraudulent websites impersonating the official Costa Rica Tourism Board (ICT) or licensed tour operators sell fake visa assistance, tourist passes, and overpriced travel packages to incoming visitors. Scam sites often rank well in search results and use logos and color schemes nearly identical to official government resources. Use only the official ICT website (visitcostarica.com) for tourism information. Purchase tours directly from operators verified by the Cámara Nacional de Turismo (CANATUR). Be skeptical of any site requiring payment for a "tourist entry authorization" — Costa Rica does not charge a tourist visa fee for most nationalities.

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Fake Costa Rica Tourism Board Websites

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