Costa RicaDigital Nomad Visa
A digital nomad pathway for Costa Rica. Below are the requirements, fees, and the deep-linked official government source. Verify against the source before applying — visa rules change without notice.
Minimum income
Application fee
Duration
1 year
Renewable
Yes
Tax-residency trigger
183 days / yr
Last verified
2026-05-25
Qualification readout
Family allowed
Yes
Path to permanent residency
No
Health insurance required
Yes
Launched
2022
Costa Rica Digital Nomad Visa per Ley 10008/2021 (Law on Attraction of Remote Workers + International Service Providers). Income USD 3,000/month single OR USD 4,000/month for family of 4 (denominated in USD per statute). Income exempt from Costa Rican tax during permit. Distinct from CR Rentista (Ley 9996, USD 2,500/mo, retirement-style) and CR Pensionado (USD 1,000/mo pension). Health insurance required.
Verify the latest details on the issuing government’s own page. Rules and fees change without notice.
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