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Public Transportation and Individual Guarantees in Costa Rica
When I take a taxi —or an Uber, sometimes— and we find ourselves stuck in one of the traffic jams, I often hear the driver comment: “They can’t keep bringing more vehicles into Costa Rica. Everyone wants to buy a car and we no longer fit.” Of course, the problem is not that there are […]
Read articleLaw No. 10597: Costa Rica Digitizes Corporate Notifications — What Your Company Must Do Before June 2026
You own a company in Costa Rica. You use it to hold real estate, to operate a business, or as an investment vehicle. The Public Registry has your…
Corporate & Commercial LawIncorporating a Company in Costa Rica: S.A. vs S.R.L., Complete 2025 Guide
Incorporating a Company in Costa Rica: S.A. vs S.R.L., Complete 2025 Guide Choosing the correct corporate structure determines not only your company’s administrative operations, but also your legal…
Corporate & Commercial LawCorporate Compliance in Costa Rica: Real Prices, Transparency Guaranteed
Corporate Compliance in Costa Rica: Real Prices, Transparency Guaranteed The Competitive Quote — Until It Isn’t If you are a foreign investor with a company in Costa Rica,…
Corporate & Commercial LawLegal Requirements to Open a Bar or Restaurant in Costa Rica
Why owning the property is not the same as having the permit Foreign investors frequently buy land or buildings in Costa Rica expecting that opening a hospitality operation…
Corporate & Commercial LawLimited Poder Generalísimo: Protect Your Business Assets in Costa Rica
Limited Poder Generalísimo: Protect Your Business Assets in Costa Rica If you are a foreign investor with a business in Costa Rica, you have probably heard the phrase:…
Corporate & Commercial LawGeneral Power of Attorney for the Registry of Transparency and Final Beneficiaries in Costa Rica
General Power of Attorney for the Registry of Transparency and Final Beneficiaries in Costa Rica As a foreign investor with a business in Costa Rica, you face an…
Corporate & Commercial LawRTBF Declaration in Costa Rica: Digital Signature and Power of Attorney for Foreign Investors
RTBF Declaration in Costa Rica: Digital Signature and Power of Attorney for Foreign Investors Foreign investors face a critical barrier every April: the mandatory declaration of the Registry…
Corporate & Commercial LawAnnual Corporate Compliance Calendar in Costa Rica
Most foreign investors who own real estate or operate businesses through a Costa Rican corporation are unaware of the tax and regulatory obligations that come due at specific…
Corporate & Commercial Law2026 Corporate Compliance in Costa Rica: Navigating New Representation Rules
For international investors and property owners holding assets through Costa Rican corporations, 2026 marks a year of increased administrative “red tape.” Maintaining your company’s “Good Standing” is no…
Real Estate LawConstitutional Chamber’s Resolution Nº 25307-2025: Potential conflict of public lands in Nosara, by Manuel Yglesias
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY OF LEGAL INTERPRETATION[1] The ruling is crystal clear: the Municipality must finalize their report and act. The report by the Municipality will issue an opinion…
Real Estate LawNavigating Legal Differences: Costa Rica’s Civil Law System and Real Estate
As we keep delving into key aspects of the Costa Rican real estate market, we turn our focus to the nation’s legal framework – a vital component for…
Real Estate LawCosta Rica’s Real Estate Market: An Analysis
In the realm of global real estate, Costa Rica emerges as a compelling chapter in the narrative of investment trends. The nation, traditionally viewed as a picturesque retreat,…