An upper middle-income country, the country has experienced steady economic expansion over the past 25 years. 

Economic overview and statistics from the CIA

Costa Rica is a strategic destination for multinational companies operating in sectors such as services, advanced manufacturing, life sciences, and light manufacturing.

Costa Rica remains one of the safest and most attractive country for foreign investment in Latin America.

Currently, in Costa Rica there are only two main types of Corporations.

See “Starting Business in Costa Rica” on this site

Business registration and license requirements

Business Registration Requirements – The 5 steps required to register a new corporation are described on this site

See “Corporate Taxes” on this site

See “Individual Income Tax” on this site

Income taxes on individuals in Costa Rica are levied on local income irrespective of nationality and resident status.

Costa Rica has a graduated tax structure, capping out at a 30 percent tax rate for corporate income levels at $100,000 or higher. 

The Sales Tax Rate in Costa Rica stands at 13 percent.

The Government will keep the same 13%, excluding the professional services and rents which will be 6%

Costa Rica Entry and Transit Requirements

Not all people who wish to travel to Costa Rica need a tourist visa; this will depend on your nationality, purpose of visit, country of residence and duration of stay.

Thuis site provides links to recommended public transportation

There are a variey of public transportation options in Costa Rica

Telecommunications in Costa Rica include radio, television, fixed and mobile telephones, and the Internet.

Since Costa Rica’s telecom sector was liberalised it has shown considerable growth in the number of subscribers for all services. – See more at: http://www.budde.com.au/Research/Costa-Rica-Telecoms-Mobile-Broadband-and-Digital-Media-Statistics-and-Analyses.html#sthash.86wzidex.dpuf

A summary of key employment regulations

See “Firing, Quitting and Severance” on this site

An overview of Costa Rica’s labor laws regarding minimum wages, work hours, overtime, vacation, holidays, maternity leave, severance pay and social security.

Cost of living in Costa Rica is 23.01% lower than in United States (aggregate data for all cities, rent is not taken into account). Rent in Costa Rica is 56.07% lower than in United States (average data for all cities).

A guide to weather, seasonal temperatures and the best time to travel in Costa Rica

Petty crime is the most common threat to visitors in Costa Rica, especially in tourist areas and in downtown San José, which should be avoided at night.

Travel and safety advice from the US Embassy in Costa Rica

Costa Rica boasts a literacy rate of 96 percent making it the most literate population in Central America. 

This lsite lists the most popular international and bilingual schools in Costa Rica

National and seasonal holidays and observances

Bank, national and public holidays for 2016-20

The cost of living in Costa Rica lures a large quantity of expatriates, but it’s important to become educated on effective spending habits

Dos and Don’t of business etiquette in Costa Rica.

In general, Costa Ricans are easygoing, friendly, and informal. 

In the Central Valley, where the main centres of population are located, the average temperature is 22°C (72°F) and the region enjoys a spring-like climate year round. 

Demographic facts and data from the CIA

Demographic data

Costa Rica Customs regulations and procedures for importing and exporting goods at border.

Information for US exporters to Costa Rica

This site provides key information on Costa Rica’s participation in the WTO. Costa Rica has been a WTO member since 1 January 1995 and  a member of GATT since 24 November 1990.

Accommodations in various regions of the country

Costa Rica’s diverse accommodations enable visitors to experience the country any way they wish

Get practical information and travel tips for planning your Costa Rica vacation. From bus schedules and packing suggestions to passport and visa info

TripAdvisor has 693,410 reviews of Costa Rica Hotels, Attractions, and Restaurants making it your best Costa Rica resource.