Real Estate Boost in Costa Rica when New US President is Elected – Immigrate to Costa Rica

Many news channels are reporting that after this US presidential Elections it will exist the possibility of a mass exodus of American citizens abroad. Many US Citizens including celebrities are refusing the idea to live under the next presidential period, whoever is elected.

If you are one of those, probably you have to know that As thousands of expats will tell you, Costa Rica offers a fantastic lifestyle at a reasonable cost. Costa Rica is one of the most beautiful countries in the world, with a modern capital city, reliable utility service, clean water, lush rain forests, long stretches of deserted tropical beaches, fun beach towns, quaint rural villages, bustling cities, cool mountain getaways, and pristine lake regions.

Moving to Costa Rica

Moving to Costa Rica is particularly appealing because Costa Rica is a long-established democracy and politically stable. Also, because Costa Rica has been welcoming retirees and other expats for more than 30 years, and is a premier eco-tourism and beach destination for tourists. Many locals speak English. And, for the most part, it is safe. There is a low incidence of violent crime here; and outside the capital city of San José, there isn’t much crime of any kind. Costa Rica is known as one of Latin America’s most peaceful nations (and one of the most politically stable—it has enjoyed over 60 years of uninterrupted democratic rule). José Figueres Ferrer, who led an armed uprising that ended a 44-day Civil War, was glorified for abolishing the army and drafting a constitution that guaranteed free elections with universal suffrage. Unlike many of its neighbors, Costa Rica never had another civil war.

Because the country has no army to support, it is able to provide money for universal medical care and free and subsidized educational programs. The well-run national healthcare system means that the country’s people are strong and healthy. The average life expectancy is 79 years–one of the highest in the world. The country has an up-to-date medical system with hospitals, clinics, and complete medical services in all major cities and some towns. Costa Rica is considered to have one of the best low-cost medical care systems in the world. Dental care and cosmetic surgery is affordable, and Costa Rica’s plastic surgeons are considered among the world’s best.

Ready to start the process of Moving to Costa Rica

Below is basic information about the process. This information, translated from documents provided by Costa Rica’s immigration office, is only intended as an English language introduction to the process. For complete information, you can contact us and we can help you assigning a expert Immigration Lawyer that will help you with all the requirements.

4 Basic Types of Residency (There are other more specific types)

Family relationship to a Costa Rican

Pensioner — must show evidence of a monthly pension of $1000 or more
Rentista — must show evidence of a permanent monthly income from a source outside Costa Rica of $2500 or more
Investor — must invest $200,000 in an approved sector of the Costa Rican economy

Required Documentation (all documents must be translated into Spanish by an offical translator)

letter addressed to Director of Immigration explaining residency application

digital fingerprints taken by the Ministry of Public Security

certified copy of all pages of current passport

proof of registration with the United States Embassy (Costa Rican immigration will only accept a notarized verification of registration, for which there is a notarial fee of $50.)
proof of registration with the Costa Rican Social Security system (CCSS)

three passport-size photos

birth certificate

certificate of arrest records

certification fees

bank receipt for application fee

bank receipt for change of immigration category fee

In addition to the above documents, each type of residency will require documents specific to that category. For more detailed information, contact us.

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Immigrate to Costa Rica
October 26, 2016

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