Costa Rica, with its stunning beaches, rich biodiversity, and welcoming culture, has become a prime destination for digital nomads. Its new Digital Nomad Visa program allows remote workers to live and work in this tropical paradise with ease, offering a perfect blend of work-life balance.
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Imagine working remotely while surrounded by lush rainforests and pristine beaches. Costa Rica’s Digital Nomad Visa makes this dream a reality. This visa program is designed for freelancers, entrepreneurs, and remote employees who want to experience the "Pura Vida" lifestyle while staying connected to their work.
Overview
Live and work in Costa Rica while enjoying the freedom of remote work.
Eligibility Requirements
Remote worker or freelancer outside of Costa Rica
Anchor Ancestor restrictions
Months to citizenship
Length of Visa
One year, can be renewed for an additional year.
Months to Visa
2-3 months.
Physical Presence Requirement
180 days per year
Availability
Medium
Family Allowance
Spouse and children
Overview
Overview
Our experienced team will guide you through each stage of the application process, offering personalized assistance tailored to your needs.
We'll help you gather and organize the documents you need for applying.
Once your documents are ready, we'll let you know where and how to submit your application to the relevant authorities.
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Do I need to speak Spanish to apply?
DOCUMENTS
Passport+Biometrics
Marriage certificate and birth certificates of dependents (if applicable)
Not applicable
Criminal record certificate from the country of origin and/or country of residence for the past 3 years
Income Verification: Bank statements for the last 12 months+Proof of stable monthly income: $3,000 USD for individual applicants; $4,000 USD for applicants with dependents
DOCUMENTS
Birth certificates from government archives; Marriage certificates for family dependencies; Police clearance records from current and past residences
Certified translations into official language(s); Apostille certification; Government-issued document legalization
Diploma and transcript verification; Professional certification authentication; Credential evaluation services
Initial application submission fee; Processing and handling charges; Administrative review fees
Fingerprint collection fee; Digital photograph requirements; Biometric data processing
Required medical examinations; Vaccination verification; Health certificate processing
Document verification fees; Background check processing; Application status updates
Consulate visit expenses; Interview travel costs; Temporary accommodation (if required)
Language proficiency testing; Skills assessment fees; Additional document requests
Immigration lawyer consultation; Document review services; Legal representation fees
Tax planning consultation; Asset transfer advisory; Investment planning services
Relocation services; Property search assistance; Settlement support services
Residency card processing; Passport issuance fees; Registration certificates
Oath ceremony fees; Registration charges; Local authority fees
Renewal fees; Status maintenance costs; Annual reporting fees
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