Understanding the Border Run Procedures in Costa Rica: Everything You Should Know.
Discover essential insights about Border Run Procedures in Costa Rica, ensuring your visa renewal or extension complies with the latest immigration regulations.
More Costa Rica Guides
More reading from CRIE about Costa Rica and life abroad. For a focused starting point, explore our residency requirements and essential guides.
Start here: Residency requirements · Frequently asked questions · Ask CRIE
Business Opportunities in Costa Rica: Eight Ideas to Evaluate
Explore Costa Rica’s vibrant economy with our guide to the top 10 opportunities for expat businesses, harnessing local trends and expat-friendly sectors.
A Guide to Electrical Plugs and Adapters for Costa Rica
Discover the essential Electrical Plugs & Adapters Guide for Costa Rica to ensure your devices connect seamlessly on your travels.
Costa Rica’s CAJA System: Healthcare Explained
Discover the CAJA System in Costa Rica Healthcare for comprehensive public health coverage and benefits, ensuring quality care for all residents.
Is Your Costa Rica Corporation Up to Date?
Is Your Costa Rica Corporation Up to Date? A Costa Rica corporation can hold property, operate a business, sign contracts, or own other assets. But it also has ongoing legal, tax,
Pay Your Annual Corporation Tax – Costa Rica Guide
Pay your annual corporation tax to stay compliant with Costa Rican laws. Our guide covers important tax deadlines, rates, and filing requirements for businesses.
Private Health Insurance in Costa Rica
How private cover works alongside the Caja, what it typically includes, and how expats combine the two.
Utilities in Costa Rica: Electricity, Water and Internet
How to get connected, who the providers are, what it costs, and the paperwork utilities ask for.
Supermarkets and Grocery Stores in Costa Rica: A Practical Shopping Guide
The main supermarket chains, what things cost, ferias, and what imported goods are actually like once you live here.
Funerals in Costa Rica: Registration, Arrangements and Family Planning
Burial happens within 24-48 hours in Costa Rica. The legal process, cremation rules, the cemetery rental system, repatriation costs and what to expect at a velorio.