The Healthcare System in Costa Rica
Costa Rica is known for its public healthcare system—one of the few with universal coverage, which has directly contributed to increased life expectancy. If you’re moving here or planning to, here’s how it works in practice, plus what additional options you have.
The education system in Costa Rica
COMPLETE GUIDE, FROM KINDERGARTEN TO UNIVERSITY
Costa Rica has one of the most advanced educational systems in Latin America, built on the principle of universal access to education and constant investment in human capital development.
Types of bank accounts in Costa Rica
OPENING AN ACCOUNT IS JUST THE FIRST STEP. GETTING THE TRANSFER APPROVED IS A DIFFERENT STORY
Have you heard that any foreigner can open a bank account in Costa Rica with just a passport? That’s only half true. What most guides don’t tell you is that without a DIMEX, most banks won’t even give you the time of day, SINPE Móvil remains blocked, and the actual transfer of large sums of money requires separate approval from SUGEF—not just opening the account.
Don José Flores Flores celebrates 119 years
HE IS RECOGNIZED AS THE OLDEST MAN IN COSTA RICA
Don José Flores Flores, a native of Guanacaste, just celebrated the astonishing age of 119 on July 11, 2026, cementing his status as the oldest living man in Costa Rica. At 119 years old, his family is now striving for a possible world record.
Rejected by Migración in Costa Rica
THE BLUNT TRUTH ABOUT “RECHAZO,” APPEALS TO THE TAM, AND THE ILLUSIONS SOLD ONLINE
Have you filed your residency application in Costa Rica and received a rejection decision (rechazo)? You might be tempted to believe what marketing firms tell you when they promise they can “help you succeed for sure with a new application.” But the legal reality is far more complicated.”
What Immigration Does NOT Ask You For
MYTHS, EXAGGERATIONS AND HIDDEN SALESA quick guide that puts order in the chaos of rumors about residency in Costa Rica. What the law requires and what Migration does NOT require of you. Perfect so you don’t waste time, money and nerves on nonsense.
Types of Legal Residency in Costa Rica
TEMPORARY, SPECIAL, OR PERMANENT? FIND OUT WHAT SUITS YOU BEST.Now that we have clarified the general requirements for obtaining legal residency in Costa Rica, it is time to go into detail. Each category comes with different requirements and benefits, and the purpose of this guide is to help you identify the right option, without ambiguity and without unnecessary promises.
Which Residency Category Is Right for You? A Complete Guide
THIS IS THE SECOND ARTICLE IN A SERIES DEDICATED TO THE IMMIGRATION PROCESS IN COSTA RICA.I decided to explore this topic step by step and in detail, because there are many questions, each situation is different, and short or vague answers simply don’t help anymore.
What to know before paying for emigration to Costa Rica
COSTA RICA ATTRACTS MORE AND MORE FOREIGNERS WITH ITS IMAGE OF A TROPICAL PARADISE.A mild climate, spectacular landscapes, a stable political system, and the promise of a more relaxed lifestyle. For some, it is the place where they dream of starting a new life. For others, unfortunately, it is the place where they waste money, time, and trust, allowing themselves to be misled by “intermediaries” who promise more than the law allows.
Work visas for Costa Rica
HOW TO LEGALLY ARRIVE IN COSTA RICA: WHAT THE LAW SAYSWhat Costa Rican law says about visas, work, and legal residency. Before paying hundreds of euros/dollars for promises of “guaranteed visas” in Costa Rica, it’s a good idea to understand the current legislation. The country has clear regulations regarding who can enter, how long they can stay, who can work, and under what conditions residency is granted.