Economic Residency in Costa Rica (also known as the Investor Visa or Inversionista) offers residency to qualified investors who make substantial economic contributions to Costa Rica through business investments, real estate, or other approved sectors.
MOBILITY ASSSET SNAPSHOT
The Investor Visa program in Costa Rica provides a pathway to temporary residency for established business owners, entrepreneurs, and investors looking to base their business and investment activities in the country. This program is designed to attract foreign capital to contribute to Costa Rica's economic growth and development.
Visión general
A path to temporary residency for qualified investors in Costa Rica
Requisitos
Substantial investment in approved sectors
Restricciones de anclaje
Meses para la ciudadanía
Duración del visado
2-year temporary residency, renewable
Meses para el visado
Processing times vary
Requisito de presencia física
At least 6 months per year for renewal
Disponibilidad
Medio
Subsidio familiar
Cónyuge e hijos
Visión general
Submit application and required documents to the Costa Rican Immigration Department (DGME)
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benefits
Economic Residency in Costa Rica (the Investor Visa - Inversionista)
The Investor Visa offers numerous advantages for investors looking to establish their presence in Costa Rica's growing economy.
Stable democratic government
High quality of life
Beautiful natural environment
Cheap investment options (compared to other Residence by Investment Programs)
Estabilidad del programa
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Option to renew the visa once it has expired
Países sin visado
129
Passport Validity
10 years
Visión general
Costa Rica offers a stable democracy, natural beauty, and a growing economy for investors and entrepreneurs.
Ventajas:
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Can Investor Visa holders apply for permanent residency?
REQUIREMENTS
Check if you qualify based on your family history
Not applicable
Proof of investment: supporting documents of the investment made in any of the eligible investment types
Not applicable
Criminal Record: A clean criminal record is required+Compliance with Visa Conditions: Applicants must agree to maintain the investment and comply with all other residency conditions.
REQUIREMENTS
To qualify for the Investor Visa, applicants must meet specific criteria demonstrating their investment capacity.
PROCESS
Initial Assessment
• Verify investment capacity
• Review investment options
• Complete preliminary eligibility check
Investment Selection
• Choose qualifying investment type
• Perform due diligence on investment options
• Engage legal/financial advisors
Application Preparation
• Gather source of funds documentation
• Prepare investment documentation
• Complete background verification
• Obtain required certifications
Investment Execution
• Make qualifying investment
• Obtain investment verification
• Complete any required registrations
Submission & Approval
• Submit residency application
• Complete biometrics (if required)
• Receive residency card/approval
PROCESS
DOCUMENTS
Passport with at least 6 months validity+Passport-sized photographs+Biometrics
Marriage certificate and birth certificates of dependents (if applicable)
Proof of current address (utility bill, lease agreement, etc.) may be required
Police clearance certificate from the country of origin or residence for the past 3 years+Fingerprints (taken in Costa Rica)
Proof of Investment: Bank statements or other documents verifying the investment+Property purchase agreement or business investment documents+Proof of Funds: Documentation demonstrating the source of the investment funds (e.g., tax returns, bank statements).
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
Rankings
111
Clasificación general
Coste
Based on application fee
Requisitos de residencia
Based on residency requirements
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Duración de los privilegios de residencia
Based on programs’s term
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Processing Speed
Based on estimated processing time
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Requisitos
Based on entry requirements
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Estabilidad del programa
Based on years of activity
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Time to Permanent Residency
Based on permanent residency timeline
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Rankings
Safety
58
Coste de la vida
33
Quality of Life
50
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Healthcare Quality
62
Internet Speed
48
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Human Freedom
29
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