Costa Rica Immigration Services
We offer the following services to assist you in the process of obtaining residency in Costa Rica. Immigration laws in Costa Rica offer numerous options for people to relocate to the country. There are opportunities for retirees, people on fixed incomes, investors, spouses or parents of a Costa Rican, self-employed persons or entrepreneurs, and employees of a company.
Residency for Retired People (Pensionados)
This option is available to people who are currently retired and receive retirement income of at least $1,000 per month. The income can originate from a pension from the Social Security System or Pension System in your home country. This residency is also available for people who receive income for dissability. Then it is possible to sponsor spouses children. Learn More …
Residency for People on a Fixed Income (Rentistas)
Under this option, it is required to demonstrate that you receive at least $2,500 per month. There are multiple ways to demonstrate this income. One option is to deposit an amount equal to two years of income which is $60,000 USD in a bank abroad or in Costa Rica. Another option is to certify your income from abroad or to open a trust. You can lear learn more by clicking here…
Residency for Investors
Recently, the Costa Rican government lowered the minimum investment amount to $150,000 USD in Costa Rica. The investment can be in a business, or in assets such as real estate. You can read more about the requirements as well as the costs involved by clicking here.
Residency under Marriage
The marriage category is available to foreign nationals who marry a Costa Rican. After two years of being married and residing in Costa Rica, it is possible to obtain citizenship. Learn More …
Residency for Parents
Foreign nationals who have children born in Costa Rica are eligible for residency. Learn More …
Residency for Self-employed People or Entrepreneurs
This category is available for people who desire to work for themselves or to open their own business in Costa Rica. There is no minimum amount of money required, only to have a business. There are a couple of options for self employed people. One the one hand, people who have a particular skill or area of specialization qualify for a Residency for Skilled Workers, and thus it is required to demonstrate what your skill is. There is also a residency for people who just have a brick and mortar business such as a hotel or restaurant. Learn More …
Residency for Foreign Workers
There are options for companies to hire foreign workers. Whether they are executives, managers, technicians or consultants, the Costa Rican regulations allow for multiple options to hire foreign workers.