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Ambulance Services An overview of public and private ground and air ambulance services in Costa Rica. more >

Applying for Residency Having a DIMEX Card (officially known as "Documento de Identidad Migratorio Para Extrangeros" (Lawful Resident ... more >

Assisted Living Communities Independent, assisted living and nursing care facilities are affordable in Costa Rica. more >

Auto Expenses Owning a car in can be a costly undertaking; both gas and registration are expensive. more >

Bringing Pets Bringing a cat or dog to Costa Rica is a simple process as there is no quarantine period. more >

Cell Phones Costa Rica currently supports 3G and GSM technologies, and cell phones are easy to obtain. more >

Clubs & Organizations Get involved with various social clubs and service organizations in Costa Rica. more > Cost of Living Expats interested in simple living should budget $1500 or less monthly. more >

Costa Rica's Education System Costa Rica's education system is rated one of the best in all of Latin America. more >

Courier Services Options for sending letters and packages within Costa Rica. more >

Delivery Services Delivery service is most often called "express" in Costa Rica. more >

Duty Free Imports The easiest way to import personal items is as luggage on your inbound flight to Costa Rica. more >

Entertainment Expenses Most entertainment in Costa Rica costs less than its North American counterpart. more >

Finding a Job Until a work permit or residency is attained, many new expats find jobs in these areas. more >

Getting a Driver's License Follow these simple steps to obtain a Costa Rican driver's license. more >

Getting Married Getting married in Costa Rica is a simple, straightforward process. more >

Having a Baby: Birth Options Natural homebirth, or delivery within Costa Rica's public or private hospitals. more >

Health Care The Costa Rican health care system is rated highly on an international level. more >

Home Phones An overview of Costa Rica's home phone service options and costs. more >

Household Expenses An overview of typical monthly household expenses, from cable TV to electricity rates. more >

How to Get a Cell Phone As a non-resident, you have four ways to acquire a cell phone in Costa Rica. more >

Immigration Addresses A list of important Immigration addresses, phone numbers and hours. more >

Importing a Car Due to heavy taxes, a new car is significantly more expensive than in North America. more >

Importing Plants To bring plants, cuttings or seedlings into Costa Rica, follow these required steps. more >

Income Source Certification Requirements Income Source Certification must be issued by the financial service organizations (i.e. Banks, Mutual Funds, Capital ... more >

Internet Service Most populated areas have access to either cable or DSL high-speed Internet service. more >

Labor Laws Costa Rica's labor laws on minimum wages, work hours, overtime, vacation and more. more >

Labor Laws for Household Help In Costa Rica, domestic workers charge very affordable rates – about $2-3 per hour. more >

Making International Calls When you live abroad, communicating with friends and loved ones back home is important. more >

Moving Checklist A checklist of things to do at least six months prior to moving abroad. more >

Moving with Kids Tips to help your children enjoy the relocation process and better adapt to their new home. more >

Opening a Bank Account Guidelines to open a personal account in one of Costa Rica's state or private banks. more >

Paying Bills Tips and guidelines for paying your Costa Rican bills. more >

Paying Taxes Advice for paying taxes to the Costa Rican and U.S. governments on earned income. more >

Pet Customs Duty Most pets are considered non-commercial imports and no Customs duty will be required. more >

Pet Health Certificate Discover the requirements for validating your pet's health certificate. more >

Planning Your Move From pets to housing, moving to Costa Rica requires organization and planning. more >

Police Record Requirements All foreign nationals above 16 years of age applying for temporary or permanent residency in Costa Rica are required to ... more >

Prenatal & Postpartum Care Prenatal and postpartum care offered by the Caja, Costa Rica's public health care system. more >

Private Hospitals An overview of Costa Rica's top private hospitals, including their services and specialties. more >

Relocation Hotspots Consider these prime relocation destinations to make the most out of your new life. more >

Rent Before You Buy Renting allows you to test-drive one or more areas, ensuring the right match for your needs. more >

Residency Eligibility Consult a lawyer before applying, as Costa Rican residency requirements are detailed. more >

Residency Overview If you plan on moving to Costa Rica, review the steps to becoming a legal resident. more >

Residency Required Documents Follow these guidelines to obtain the documents necessary for residency in Costa Rica. more >

Retirement Practical information for foreigners interested in retiring in Costa Rica. more >

Revision Tecnica (Riteve) in Costa Rica Important details about the Revision Tecnica, known as the Riteve, in Costa Rica. more >

Selling Your Car Used vehicles retain their value in Costa Rica; follow our tips on how to sell you car. more >

Shipping vs. Buying Choose to pack light and start fresh, or ship your entire household to Costa Rica. more >

Short Term Housing Consider these short-term housing options while you explore your potential new home. more >

Successful Relocation Ten steps to ensure a successful relocation to Costa Rica. more >

Vet Care From vaccines to spay and neuter surgeries, quality veterinary care is affordable. more >

Why Costa Rica Discover why Costa Rica is one of the most desirable relocation destinations in the world. more >

Working in Costa Rica The realities and requirements for foreign residents to work in Costa Rica. more >

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