Types of Legal Residency in Costa Rica
main categories of residence 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 […]
Which Residency Category Is Right for You? A Complete Guide
Part 1 – Guide by Residency Category: General Requirements Which Residency Category Is Right for You? 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 […]
What to know before paying for emigration to Costa Rica: Warning Signs and Useful Tips
What to know before paying for emigration to Costa Rica Warning Signs and Useful Tips Costa Rica is attracting more and more foreigners with its image of a tropical paradise Mild climate, spectacular landscapes, a stable political system and the promise of a more relaxed lifestyle. For some, it’s the place where they dream of […]
How I registered a tourist activity in Costa Rica for someone from the US – legally, quickly and without physical presence
in Costa Rica How I Registered a Tourist Activity in Costa Rica for someone from the USA – legally, quickly and without physical presence How I registered a complete tourist and tax activity in Costa Rica for a foreigner with property, without physical presence and headaches (but with lots of coffee). Complete Tax and Tourist […]
Can non-resident foreigners own property in Costa Rica?
in Costa Rica Can non-resident foreigners own Property in Costa Rica? The short answer? Yes. The long answer? It depends on what and where you want to buy. Many dream of a new beginning in a corner of paradise. In Costa Rica, that’s possible—but not without understanding what it really entails. Can Non-Resident foreigners own […]
Income Tax in Costa Rica – Updated for 2025
The Costa Rican tax system is based on the principle of territoriality, one of the most favorable for people who earn income from outside the country….
Europe loses, Costa Rica wins: migration of professionals under 45 is booming
For years, Costa Rica was seen as a corner of paradise where you could retire, grow orchids, and eat papaya while counting your pills. Then …
New Law Targets Visa Runs in Costa Rica
The Sardinal district, part of the Carrillo canton in the Guanacaste province, Costa Rica, is a community in full transformation, where rural traditions intertwine with tourism…