Is it easy to move to Costa Rica?

Yes, it’s relatively easy to establish a permanent residency or a temporary one, although hiring and firing is complicated. There are a lot of different ways to get residency, and most require proof of a certain amount of money coming in under a pension or retirement plan. You can’t legally hold a job in Costa Rica without first having your salary verified by the government. Having said that, there are a lot of people out there doing freelance work, so yes, you could theoretically work in a hotel or tourism related business without actually having your salary verified.
How long does it take to establish residency? About a year? Two? Three? Four? Is there a filing fee? Nothing to filing. Just show up and say you’re a permanent resident and say you’re going to live there. It’s very simple to do online, has the benefit of being done by email, and doesn’t require a lawyer.
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Yes, it’s fairly straightforward. You can either have a permanent residency or a “permanent” one,” which means that even if you’re a tourist, you’ll have to leave the country every 90 days to make sure that you’re in compliance with the laws. If you’re a “permanent” person, you’re required to have a job, but not necessarily a job at a company with which you’re connected. You can’t just move to Costa Rica and start a business,” so we always recommend checking with a lawyer before starting a new business venture.
Do you have experience with dealing with expats on a daily basis?
We do have experience with expats on a daily basis, but it’s been over 10 years since we last left the US. We have several expats in Costa Rica and they are all over the place. Some are nice, some are not so much. Some are nice because they have nice transport connections, and some are not so much because they’re from the US. It’s good to get a sense of how things are “tried” and “true” here.
Hi JoAnn, It’s nice to read about the expat communities in Costa Rica. It’s important to know what’s new and exciting about it. Most expats are very welcoming and respectful of your right to visit and do business in Costa Rica as long as you’re not planning to permanently settle here. There are definitely places in Costa Rica where you’ll want to stay for a while, but you shouldn’t have a problem finding something you can stay in for a few months at a time.

Is it easy to move to Costa Rica? Moving costs can vary widely, and in most cases you’ll have to settle for something less than you originally planned on spending. And, yes, you’ll need to get residency before you can do that. But there are a lot of benefits to moving to Costa Rica…
One of the easiest ways to get residency is through making a substantial investment in a company that will own or operate in Costa Rica. Many foreigners who move to Costa Rica make a good living investing by training as a sportsbook clerk, accountant or online business owner.
Investing in a company that will own or operate in Costa Rica is a good way to start your new life in the Central Valley. Here are some things you’ll need to know:
You’ll need to establish residency if you ever want to participate in the Costa Rican business community. You’ll need to have your fingerprints taken when you come here as part of the normal process, and you’ll also need to register your assets in the country’s official system. Companies that invest in real estate are typically required to establish at least one other asset, so that’s what we’ve done. It’s important to note that even though Costa Rica has a lower percentage of millionaires than the US, there are still plenty of folks out there making $1 million+ salaries.
Starting a business in Costa Rica is a good way to get started, but it’s not a guarantee. You will need to establish your own infrastructure, hire locals, and generally start from scratch. We’ve invested in several businesses here and can tell you with certainty that starting a business is very different than starting one from outside of the US. The steps are a little different, but the process is the same.