Q COSTARICA — 66% of vehicles with license plates ending in 1 have not yet undergone their 2026 vehicular inspection (RTV), a process that must be completed by the end of the month, according to DEKRA, the company in charge of the service in Costa Rica.
Earlier this month, DEKRA reinforced its operational and technological resources to facilitate the timely completion of the inspection, including the availability of same-day appointments at all its stations nationwide, allowing users to access the service without long waits and avoid fines or other legal issues.
Appointment availability applies to both vehicle owners with license plates ending in 1 and 2, as current regulations allow the inspection to be carried out one month in advance.
This option aims to reduce demand and offer greater flexibility to drivers.
Furthermore, those who were unable to complete their vehicle inspection in 2025 and, therefore, do not have a current registration sticker, have the opportunity to regularize their situation and drive legally again.
The appointment scheduling process is online through the DEKRA Costa Rica website, where each user can select the station and time that best suits their availability.
“Vehicle inspection is not only a legal obligation, but also a guarantee of safety for drivers and everyone who travels on the country’s roads,” said Maureen Ramírez, General Manager of DEKRA.
Currently, DEKRA operates 13 physical stations located in Alajuelita, Cartago, Alajuela, Heredia, Santo Domingo, Pérez Zeledón, Puntarenas, Guápiles, San Carlos, Liberia, Nicoya, and Limón, with hours of operation from Monday to Saturday between 6:00 a.m. and 9:00 p.m., except for the Cañas station, which is open from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Additionally, the company has three mobile stations: currently in Grecia, Ciudad Neily, and in San Marcos de Tarrazú, all open Monday through Saturday.