Business-friendly environment, with supportive business policies and a strategic location for trade
Costa Rican residents can enjoy the country’s vibrant cities, stable political environment, and access to the Central American markets.
The Costa Rica Residence by Investment Program allows foreign nationals to make an investment in the country and receive residence in this vibrant Central American nation.
USD 150,000 under the Investor Residency category
Nine–twelve months
The right to live and retire anywhere in Costa Rica
Business-friendly environment, with supportive business policies and a strategic location for trade
Favorable tax regime
Ability to include a spouse and children under the age of 18, as well as single, dependent adult children under 25
Eligibility to apply for citizenship after five years of residence for Central American, Ibero-American, and Spanish citizens, and after seven years for other nationalities
Multicultural, tolerant, and vibrant cities
Excellent place to do business, with access to the entire North American market
Minimal application requirements, with no age restriction, no net worth, and no higher education needed
To obtain residence in Costa Rica, applicants must have a clear criminal record and a valid entry visa.
Apply under one of the following categories:
Investor Residency category
Applicants must invest USD 150,000 into one of the following options:
1. Real estate
2. Shares of an operational Costa Rican corporation
3. The Costa Rican stock market
Retired People category
Applicants must receive a monthly lifetime pension of at least USD 1,000. The pension may be provided by a government or private entity.
Fixed-Income Residency category
Applicants must receive a monthly income of at least USD 2,500 from abroad or in Costa Rica. The income must originate from their investments or business.
After the necessary documents have been prepared, the application for residence is filed with the Immigration Department. Once the application has been approved and the requirements fulfilled, successful applicants must register for social security within 90 days.
Individuals are granted a temporary residence permit that is valid for two years and renewable for a further two years. To maintain residence status, residents must keep their investment or continue to receive a monthly pension or income (depending on the chosen program option), visit Costa Rica once a year (for at least one day), and maintain their social security registration.
The processing time is nine to twelve months.
Successful applicants are eligible to apply for citizenship after seven years of residence in Costa Rica. Citizens of Central America, Ibero-America, and Spain are eligible to apply after only five years of residence.
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