The Expat Field Guide
Everything you need to know
about living in Costa Rica.
A practical, source-cited knowledge base, written by expats who've done the move themselves, and reviewed by Lic. Eduardo Quirós, Costa Rican attorney.
59 articles
10 categories
Official sources cited
Tax Advice Disclaimer: Articles on this site that discuss Costa Rican taxation are provided for informational purposes only and do not constitute tax advice. NordVida Legal and Lic. Eduardo Quirós are licensed to practice law in Costa Rica but are not licensed as public accountants (contadores públicos autorizados). Tax matters in Costa Rica may require consultation with both a licensed attorney and a licensed CPA. Always verify current tax rules directly with the Ministerio de Hacienda or a qualified tax professional before making decisions based on information found here. Laws and tariff resolutions change frequently.
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