Discover the Secrets of Longevity – Living in Costa Rica’s Nicoya Blue Zone
Nestled in the heart of Costa Rica lies the Nicoya Peninsula, a region renowned not just for its breathtaking landscapes but also for its remarkable concentration of centenarians. As one of the world’s five Blue Zones—a term coined by National Geographic explorer Dan Buettner—Nicoya offers valuable insights into living a long, healthy, and fulfilling life. […]
Navigating Permanent Residency in Costa Rica – Why You Need an Immigration Lawyer
Embarking on the journey to gain permanent residency in Costa Rica is an exciting prospect, offering the chance to live in one of the world’s most beautiful and ecologically diverse countries. However, the immigration process can be complex and daunting without expert guidance. That is where the expertise of an immigration lawyer comes in. Here’s […]
Navigating Residency in Costa Rica – A Guide for Canadian Citizens
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Retiring in Costa Rica – A Paradise for American Citizens
Retirement is a significant milestone in person’s life, marking the transition from a career-focused existence to a period of leisure and relaxation. For many Americans, the dream of retiring abroad holds a particular allure, offering the promise of new adventures, a lower cost of living, and a higher quality of life. Among the myriad destinations […]
Immigration CD-19 Update
June 27, 2020 — Update NOTE: CURRENT AS OF 06/26/2020. INFORMATION SUBECT TO CHANGE ON SHORT NOTICE. We write to provide an update on the effects Corona Virus (CV-19) is having in the application for residency process. The information provided is based on (a) 06.26.2020 Health Dept. news press release, and (b) the latest […]
$1700 Birth Certificate
The client, born during the tumultuous period of time when Indonesia gained its independence from the Netherlands, needed to get a certified copy of her birth certificate to apply for residency. A simple request to the Netherlands should have solved the problem, right? Wrong. The Netherlands denied the request because the client had become an […]
U.S. income tax avoidance drawing some to Costa Rica
Another reason to live in Costa Rica? This article appeared in www.amcostarica.com last week. It points that some American citizens are moving to Costa Rica and once there they continue to work by “telecommuting.” In many cases, telecommuting allows that individual to take advantage of IRS tax rules and they do not pay taxes on […]
New Costa Rican Bank Account Options for Foreigners
The Costa Rica Star just published this story about three new types of accounts being offered with $1,000, $2,000 and $10,000 USD deposit limits. This is good news for expats and those considering applying for residency in Costa Rica! “This week, the state-owned Banco Nacional de Costa Rica (BNCR) announced a new series of bank […]
Costa Rica’s “Pura Vida” in Under 3 Minutes
“Pura Vida” (the Good Life) is the unofficial motto of Costa Rica. This story about a vacationers viral video is from National Geographic and was posted on crhoy.com.
Celebrating Costa Rica’s National Parks
Erin Skoczylas recently posted in the Tico Times: “Each year on August 24, Costa Rica celebrates its national parks, one of the country’s most impressive legacies. More than one-quarter of this small country’s land is protected. The national park system was created in 1984. The country’s national parks, wildlife refuges and other protected areas make […]