Costa RicaEmployer-sponsored work permit for border-region residents of neighboring countries, fee-exempt under Law 8764.
Costa RicaCosta Rica's Estancia for remote workers offers up to 2 years' stay with foreign-income tax exemption for nomads earning USD 3,000+/month from abroad.
Costa RicaEntry authorization for diplomats and international organization officials on official assignment, with diplomatic privileges and no visa fee.
Costa RicaTemporary study residency for foreign nationals enrolled in recognized Costa Rican educational institutions, renewable annually without work rights.
Costa RicaTemporary residency for executives, managers, representatives, and technical personnel transferred by their company to Costa Rica.
Costa RicaTemporary residency visa for spouses, children, parents, and siblings of Costa Rican citizens or legal residents. Allows family reunification with no additional income requirements if primary applicant meets residency requirements. Can lead to permanent residency after 3 years.
Costa RicaTemporary residency for executives, scientists, professionals, and technical staff employed by COMEX-authorized free trade zone companies in Costa Rica.
Costa RicaRenewable 2-year investment visa requiring USD $150,000 minimum in approved sectors; no work authorization for principal or dependents.
Costa RicaTemporary residency for retirees with USD 1,000+ monthly pension income, renewable in 2-year terms with permanent residency pathway after 3 years.
Costa RicaTemporary residency for retirees with at least $1,000/month guaranteed lifetime pension, providing a pathway to permanent residency.
Costa RicaPermanent residency for first-degree family members including spouses of Costa Rican citizens with unrestricted work authorization.
Costa RicaPermanent residency for those with 3+ years of prior legal temporary status, granting unrestricted work authorization via Libre Condición status.
Costa RicaEmployer-sponsored temporary residency for religious workers performing faith-based activities, allowing up to 2 years' stay with no spousal work authorization.
Costa RicaTemporary residency for passive-income earners with USD 2,500+/month or USD 60,000 deposit; 2 years renewable toward permanent residency.
Costa RicaResidency via passive income ($2,500+/month or $60,000 deposit) leading to permanent residency; no spouse work permission.
Costa RicaTemporary residency for researchers, teachers, and interns affiliated with Costa Rican academic or scientific institutions.
Costa RicaTemporary residency for those in committed domestic partnership with a Costa Rican citizen or permanent resident, renewable annually and convertible to permanent status.
Costa RicaTemporary residency for spouses of Costa Rican citizens with work authorization and a pathway to permanent residency after 3 consecutive years.
Costa RicaEmployer-sponsored residency for scientists, specialized professionals, and technicians with bachelor's degree and sponsorship from Costa Rican organizations.
Costa RicaInternational student residency for enrolled academic programs at Costa Rican institutions, with no work authorization allowed.
Costa RicaEmployer-sponsored work residence for foreign professionals; 2 years renewable with a pathway to permanent residency in Costa Rica.
Costa RicaTransit pass for nationals of select countries permitted up to 48-hour stopovers in Costa Rica en route to another destination.
Costa RicaShort-term entry visa for tourism, allowing 30 to 90 days depending on nationality, with no work authorization.