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Costa Rica

Where Pura Vida meets modern convenience—your Pacific paradise with world-class healthcare, just 3 hours from Miami.

Costa Rica Visa Guide

7 visa options for moving to Costa Rica. From tourist visas to permanent residency and citizenship.

Digital Nomad Visas

Digital Nomad Visa

Work remotely in Costa Rica with complete tax exemption on foreign income

2-5 weeks1 year, renewable for 1 additional year (2 years maximum)

Path to PRPath to CitizenshipRenewable

Temporary Residency

Rentista (Stable Income Visa)

For those with $2,500/month passive income or $60,000 bank deposit

6-10 months2 years, renewable with continued income proof

Path to PRPath to CitizenshipRenewable

Retirement Visas

Pensionado (Retirement Visa)

The most popular retirement visa requiring only $1,000/month pension income

8-12 months2 years initially, renewable

Path to PRPath to CitizenshipRenewable

Work Visas

Work Permit

Work legally for Costa Rican employers with sponsorship

3-8+ months1 year, renewable while employed

Path to PRPath to CitizenshipRenewable

Investor Visas

Inversionista (Investor Visa)

Fast-track residency with $150,000 investment in Costa Rica

4-8 months2 years, renewable while maintaining investment

Path to PRPath to CitizenshipRenewable

Student Visas

Student Visa

Study at Costa Rican institutions with path to permanent residency

3-6 monthsDuration of studies (renewed annually)

Path to PRPath to CitizenshipRenewable

Permanent Residency

Permanent Residency

Full residency with work authorization after 3 years

VariesMust renew every 5 years

Path to PRPath to CitizenshipRenewable

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