Costa Rica Immigration: Residency Regimes and Work Permits

Costa Rica Residencies and Work Permits:

Investor: Requires a minimum investment in a CR business of US$200,000 in a company that will contribute with the growth of the economy.
Duration: 6 months-1 year approx.

Rentist: Requires a minimum deposit of US$60,000 per applicant in a recognized international bank, which will reimburse the applicant a minimum monthly amount of US$1000.
Duration: 4 -6 months.

Pensioner: Requires a minimum certified lifetime income from a national institution of US$600.
Duration: 4 -6 months.

Work Permit: The employee has to find a CR company that will sponsor the specialized worker, only qualified applicants with a desired combination of academic qualifications, skills and experience will qualify for this regime. If the sponsoring company is an Immigration Recognized company, the process is faster and improves the opportunity of an approval.
Duration: 6-12 months. (for an employee of a non recognized company)

Duration: 1-2 months. (for an employee of a recognized company)

Company Recognition: A CR Corporation that can demonstrate that it requires a steady influx of foreign labor and that the business activity will contribute with added value processes to the CR economy.

Contact GLC to determine if you are eligible and for speedy processing.