Immigration
Costa Rica offers several residency pathways for foreign investors and retirees. Our immigration team guides you through the application process, ensuring all documentation meets current requirements and your application has the best chance of approval.
How We Help
Investor (Inversionista) residency
We help you obtain residency through a $150,000 or greater investment in property or business, securing a 2-year temporary residency with a clear path to permanent status.
Retiree (Pensionado) residency
We guide you through qualifying with a $1,000 per month pension from a recognized source, a popular option for US and Canadian retirees seeking to relocate to Costa Rica.
Rentista residency
We help you demonstrate $2,500 per month in guaranteed income for at least 2 years, an ideal residency category for remote workers, entrepreneurs, and independent professionals.
Work permits
We obtain authorization for you to work legally in Costa Rica, whether through employer-sponsored permits or independent contractor arrangements approved by immigration authorities.
Family reunification
We help you bring your spouse, children, and dependents to Costa Rica under family reunification provisions, preparing all required documentation and managing the application process.
Permanent residency applications
We manage your transition from temporary to permanent residency after you have met the required time-in-country obligations, ensuring a smooth and timely application process.
Citizenship applications
We prepare and submit your application for Costa Rican citizenship after 7 years of residency. Costa Rica permits dual citizenship, so you do not need to renounce your current nationality.
Document apostille and authentication
We authenticate your foreign documents for legal use in Costa Rica through apostille or consular legalization, ensuring they meet all requirements for immigration and other legal proceedings.
Related Practice Areas
Real Estate
Complete legal support for property acquisition, due diligence, title verification, and closing.
Corporate & Investment
Company formation, joint ventures, foreign investment structuring, and regulatory compliance.
Banking & Finance
Mortgage structuring, escrow management, financial regulatory compliance, and loan documentation.
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