Last Updated: July 16, 2025
Global Residency and Citizenship by Investment Report: Costa Rica
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Introduction
Rankings Snapshot
Index | Ranking | Score |
|---|---|---|
Overall Ranking
| 9th | 88.37 |
Procedure
| 15th | 83.90 |
Mobility
| 20th | 58.06 |
Tax Optimization
| 2nd | 91.67 |
Quality of Life
| 13th | 80.43 |
Investment
| 17th | 67.31 |
Country Information at a Glance
Category | Details |
|---|---|
Legal Provision
| |
Region
| Americas |
Minimum Investment Threshold
| $150,000 |
Year of Inception
| 2009, updated in 2021 |
Visa-free Countries
| 145 |
Investment Options
| Investment in Real estate or land development Shares in a Costa Rican company Projects in forestry, tourism, or productive sectors |
Physical Presence Requirements
| Must visit Costa Rica at least once per year to maintain status |
Family Member Inclusion
| The main applicant can include spouse, children up to 25 (if dependent) |
Dual Citizenship Allowed
| Yes Path to citizenship Eligibility to apply for citizenship after seven years of continuous residence, with specific conditions |
Average Processing Time
| 3-6 months |
Conclusion
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Footnotes
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