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What to Do After an Accident in Costa Rica
What to Do After an Accident in Costa Rica as a Tourist If you were involved in an accident in Costa Rica as a tourist, it is normal to feel overwhelmed, especially if you are far from home and unfamiliar with the local legal system. Whether the incident happened in a hotel, during a tour,…
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Tourist Deaths in Costa Rica: Legal Guide
Tourist Deaths in Costa Rica: Safety, Liability, and What Families Should Know Costa Rica is one of the most visited destinations in Latin America, known for beaches, eco-tourism, and adventure travel. Many travelers researching how safe Costa Rica is for tourists will find that the country is generally considered a safe destination for international visitors.…
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Costa Rica Real Estate
Costa Rica Real Estate in 2026: Legal Guide for Foreign Buyers, Investors, Retirees and Expats Thinking about buying property in Costa Rica? This practical legal guide explains how foreigners can buy real estate in Costa Rica, what to verify before sending money, how due diligence works, when the Maritime Terrestrial Zone changes the deal structure,…
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Costa Rica Residency 2026: How to Move, Investor Visa & Legal Guide
How to Move to Costa Rica in 2026: Residency, Visas & Legal Guide for Foreign Investors, Retirees and Expats Discover the legal process to get residency in Costa Rica, including investor residency, pensionado residency, rentista residency, required documents, timelines, and how to avoid costly mistakes when relocating. Author: Sergio Monge Attorney | Immigration, Investment…
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Termination for Cause in Costa Rica: Guide for Employers
Termination for Cause in Costa Rica: practical legal guide for employers, HR, and foreign companies A practical employer-focused guide to termination for cause in Costa Rica, also known as dismissal without employer liability. Learn what Article 81 of the Costa Rica Labor Code allows, what HR must prove, what payments still apply, how to draft…
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Costa Rica UBO 2026: POA Legal Update & DPJ-002-2026
Home › Corporate Blog › UBO Registry Costa Rica 2026, Circular DPJ-002-2026 & Special Power of Attorney Rule UBO Master Guide: UBO Registry 2026 in Costa Rica, Circular DPJ-002-2026 & the New Special Power of Attorney Rule Everything you need to know about the Ultimate Beneficial Owner (UBO) Registry in Costa Rica, including Circular DPJ-002-2026,…
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Crypto Regulation in Costa Rica: Legal Guide for Investors (2026)
Costa Rica Crypto Law | Investment Guide | Compliance | 2026 Crypto Regulation in Costa Rica: Legal Guide for Investors (2026) Costa Rica has emerged as one of the most closely watched jurisdictions in Latin America for cryptocurrency entrepreneurs, blockchain companies, exchanges, custody providers, and international investors. While crypto is not prohibited, the regulatory environment…
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Inactive Companies Income Statement
Inactive Companies Income Statement in Costa Rica: Form 272 (Former D-195) If your Costa Rica corporation is dormant and does not carry out business activity, it may still have to file an annual informational return. Today, inactive legal entities file through TRIBU-CR under Form 272, while many taxpayers and advisers still refer to the obligation…
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Visa to Costa Rica 2026: Official Requirements
AG Legal Immigration Bulletin 2026 Visa to Costa Rica: The Ultimate 2026 Legal Guide Lead Author: Sergio Monge Location: Barrio Escalante, San José Last Updated: February 19, 2026 Table of Contents ➔ 2026 Entry Overview ➔ Full Country Database ➔ Mandatory Requirements ➔ Overstaying Penalties ➔ Restricted Visas (China, India) ➔ Client Success Stories ➔…
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How to Start a Company in Costa Rica (2026 Guide for Foreigners)
Home › How to Start a Company in Costa Rica How to Start a Company in Costa Rica (2026 Guide for Foreigners) Quick take (how to approach company formation): Starting a company in Costa Rica is usually straightforward for foreigners, but the real difference between a smooth setup and future problems lies in early decisions:…
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Retire in Costa Rica: Residency, Healthcare & Legal Guide
Home › Blog › Retire in Costa Rica Retire in Costa Rica: residency pathways, healthcare (CCSS), taxes & a legal checklist to move with confidence Quick take (legal-first retirement plan): If you want to retire in Costa Rica smoothly, treat it like a legal project: choose the right residency category, prepare apostilled documents early, plan…
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Costa Rica Minimum Wages 2026: Official List + Search Tool
Home › Blog › Costa Rica Minimum Wages 2026 Costa Rica Minimum Wages 2026: full official list, search tool, abbreviations, and approved increases Quick take (2026 update): Costa Rica’s National Wages Council (CNS) approved on October 27 a general increase of +1.63% for private-sector minimum wages, effective January 1, 2026. Additional differentiated adjustments were also…
