Home › Blog › Immigration Law › Corporate Immigration Corporate Immigration in Costa Rica: Work Permits, Transfers, and Executive Visas for Companies Operating in the Country Corporate immigration in Costa Rica is where most companies discover that moving people across borders is not a travel problem — it is a legal one. A work permit […]
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Costa Rica Wills for Foreign Property Owners | 2026
Home › Blog › Costa Rica Wills for Foreigners Costa Rica Wills for Foreigners: What Your US Will Misses and How to Protect Your Property Short answer If you own property in Costa Rica as a foreigner, a will signed in your home country does not automatically transfer it. A short Costa Rican will covering […]
Costa Rica Visa Requirements 2026: Entry Rules by Nationality
Costa Rica Visa Requirements 2026: Entry Rules by Nationality By Sergio Monge Astúa, Senior Associate — Immigration Department • Updated: August 21, 2026 • AG Legal Costa Rica 📌 Quick Take Costa Rica classifies nationalities into four entry groups. Group 1 travelers may enter without a visa for a period determined by the immigration officer, […]
Residency by Investment Costa Rica: Investor Visa Guide
Residency by Investment Costa Rica: Investor Visa Guide | AG Legal Home › Blog › Residency by Investment Costa Rica Residency by Investment Costa Rica: 2026 Guide for U.S. Investors This 2026 guide explains how residency by investment in Costa Rica works for U.S. citizens, families, entrepreneurs, and foreign property buyers. At AG Legal, we […]
Is Costa Rica Safe to Visit in 2026?
Is Costa Rica Safe to Visit in 2026? Crime, Dangerous Areas, Tourist Risks, Scams, Accidents, and Legal Protection Costa Rica is generally one of the safest destinations in Latin America for tourists, expats, retirees, and investors. But “safe” does not mean risk-free. Foreign visitors still face petty theft, dangerous driving conditions, beach and rip current […]
Costa Rica Gun Laws: What an Expatriate Needs to Know
AG Legal | Costa Rica Legal Guide Exploring Strict Gun Laws in Costa Rica A practical and informative overview for citizens, residents, and expats who need to understand Costa Rica’s firearm laws, restrictions, permit requirements, and legal compliance. Exploring Strict Gun Laws in Costa Rica Costa Rica boasts some of the strictest gun laws in […]
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, […]
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. […]
Costa Rica Residency 2026: Requirements, Categories & Process
Home › Blog › Immigration Law › Costa Rica Residency Costa Rica Residency in 2026: Categories, Requirements and the Legal Process Costa Rica residency is obtained through specific legal categories, not through a single general permit. The correct route depends on the applicant’s income, investment, employment or family basis, and each category has different evidence, […]
Retire in Costa Rica: Residency, Healthcare & Legal Guide
Home › Blog › Immigration Law › Retire in Costa Rica Retire in Costa Rica: Residency, Healthcare and the Legal Gaps Nobody Warns You About Most guides that tell you how to retire in Costa Rica describe the weather and the cost of a coffee. This one covers what actually determines whether the move works: […]
Government of Costa Rica: Freedom, Democracy & Stability
Home › Blog › Government of Costa Rica: Freedom, Democracy & Stability Government of Costa Rica: Freedom, Democracy & Stability Explained By AG Legal · Updated Nov 2025 Quick Take: The Government of Costa Rica is a constitutional democratic republic with no army since 1948. Costa Rica is globally known for its political stability, human […]
Accident in Costa Rica? Let’s Learn About Your Rights & Compensation
Home ›Blog ›Personal Injuries in Costa Rica Injured in Costa Rica? A Legal Guide to Your Rights & Compensation Quick take: If a Costa Rica accident derailed your trip—zip line accident, white water rafting accident (Costa Rica), ATV crash, car accident in Costa Rica, hotel slip or boating fall—AG Legal can help. We investigate fast, protect […]