Inversionista Law in Costa Rica – Investor Residency Program
At Aerologistica, we guide our clients through every step of moving and importing to Costa Rica—including taking advantage of opportunities like the Inversionista (Investor) residency program. This law allows foreigners to obtain residency by making a qualifying investment in the country.
Who Can Qualify?
To be eligible, you must make an investment of at least US $150,000 in Costa Rica. Qualifying investments can include:
Key Aspects of the Inversionista Law
1. Investment Requirements
- Minimum investment: $150,000 USD.
- Streamlined Procedures: Aligns with Costa Rica's modernization goals for fiscal and customs systems.
- Municipal Property Tax Assessment Value: If investing in real estate, the property must be registered in your name and have a Municipal Property Tax Assessment Value of at least $150,000.
2. Residency Status
- Temporary residence: Successful applicants are granted temporary residency, renewable as long as the investment is maintained.
- Costarican citizenship: After a qualifying period (generally 7 years for most nationalities), you may apply for Costa Rican citizenship.
3. Family Eligibility
- Spouses and dependent children: Spouses and dependent children under 18 (or up to 25 if enrolled in university) can also receive residency under the same application.
4. Tax benefits
- Exemtptions or reductions: Potential exemptions or reductions on certain import duties for household goods.
- Territorial tax system: Costa Rica uses a territorial tax system, meaning you’re only taxed on income earned within the country.
Required Documentation
Applying for residency under the Inversionista category involves:
Why It Matters for Imports?
If you qualify under the Inversionista Law, Aerologistica can help you leverage potential tax exemptions when importing household goods—reducing costs and ensuring a smooth nationalization process.
Expert Guidance
Costa Rica has made efforts to streamline the residency process, but documentation and legal requirements can still be complex. Aerologistica works closely with legal professionals specializing in Costa Rican immigration and investment law to ensure your application and import process are handled correctly from start to finish.
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