Last Updated: October 13, 2025
Global Retirement Report: Costa Rica
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Introduction
Rankings Snapshot
Index | Ranking | Score |
|---|---|---|
Overall Ranking | 11th | 86.16 |
Procedure Index | 39th | 82.89 |
Citizenship and Mobility Index | 20th | 87.58 |
Economics Index | 31st | 91.47 |
Quality of Life Index | 9th | 87.13 |
Tax Optimization Index | 3rd | 99.91 |
Safety and Integration Index | 17th | 80.79 |
Country Information at a Glance
Category | Details |
|---|---|
Legal Provision | Pensionado Visa |
Region | Central America |
Income Requirements | $ 1.000,00 |
Processing Time | 8 months |
Family Member Inclusion | The main applicant can include spouse or legal partner, minor children and dependent adult children (disabilities, unmarried or full-time student) |
Tax Benefits | Territorial tax system, No wealth and inheritance tax |
Path to Citizenship | 7 years |
Dual Citizenship | Allowed |
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