Costa Rica•North AmericaRentista (Fixed Income) Visa
At a Glance
Processing Time
180-360 days
Application Fee
50 USD
Stay Duration
2 years
Renewable
Yes
Job Offer
Not Required
Dependents
Allowed
PR Pathway
Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency — the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.Remote Work
Not Required
Overview
Temporary residency visa for persons with fixed monthly income of at least USD 2,500 from a guaranteed source lasting minimum 2 years. Alternatively, can deposit USD 60,000 in Costa Rican bank with monthly disbursement schedule. Can lead to permanent residency after 3 years.
The Rentista (Person of Independent Means) Visa is designed for individuals with fixed, guaranteed income from investments, rental properties, or other reliable sources. Applicants have two paths: prove USD 2,500+ monthly income for at least 2 years, or deposit USD 60,000 in a Costa Rican bank with an agreed disbursement schedule.
The visa is renewable indefinitely and leads to permanent residency after 3 years.
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Requirements
Financial
Minimum Income
30,000 USD
per year
Minimum Savings
60,000 USD
Investment Required
60,000 USD
Personal
Criminal Record Policy
Clean record required
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
At least 6 months validity
Passport photos
Recent, passport-sized photos
Income verification letter
Official letter from bank, investment firm, or financial institution for USD 2,500+ monthly for 2 years (Option A)
OptionalBank deposit proof
Proof of USD 60,000 deposit in Costa Rican bank with disbursement agreement for USD 2,500/month (Option B)
OptionalCriminal background check
Apostilled and translated certificate from home country
Health insurance
Costa Rican or international coverage
Birth certificate
Apostilled and translated
Fingerprints
For applicants over 12 years old
Dependent documents
Marriage certificates, birth certificates for family members
OptionalTrack your documents or upload them for AI-powered review
Advantages
- Two options to qualify (income or deposit)
- Spouse and dependent children included without additional income
- Renewable indefinitely
- Can apply for permanent residency after 3 years
- Path to citizenship after 7 years
- Flexible income sources
Considerations
- Requires USD 2,500 monthly income for 2 years
- Deposit method ties up USD 60,000 capital
- Cannot work for local employment
- Cannot independently own a business
- Must maintain income/funds requirement
- Long processing time (6-12 months)
- Extensive documentation requirements
Application Process
Gather documentation
Collect income verification or prepare bank deposit proof
Prepare documents
Have all documents apostilled and translated to Spanish if necessary
Option A: Income Method
Provide official income verification letter from bank or financial institution for 2-year period
Option B: Deposit Method
Deposit USD 60,000 in Costa Rican bank account with agreed USD 2,500 monthly transfer schedule
Submit application
Apply through Costa Rican immigration office or licensed attorney
Pay application fees
Application fee and processing costs
Await decision
Processing typically 6-12 months
Receive permit
Temporary residency permit issued for 2 years
Application Forms
Rentista Residency Application
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