You can apply to become a Costa Rican resident simply by purchasing a home or property in Costa Rica. Most expats are granted resiency within 12-18 months, with some cases taking slightly longer due to a backlog.
You will be required to provide your FBI Records to the Costa Rican consulate for review. These records must be obtained in person or via apostille. The records must be recent (within 90 days) of printing, and presented in the property format.
In Costa Rica, persons who purchase a home or property for $150,000 USD or more, can qualify for residency. There are also “pensionista” investments, which can be made if you recieve fixed income from the United States, as well as residency through marriage. However, the real estate purchase option for residency in Costa Rica is probably the most popular and accessible.
We work closely with a team of immigration specialists to help with your residency. For more information about Costa Rican residency or citizenship via real estate purchase, contact us using the form below.