Costa Rica Investor Residency
Americas investor residence & visas
Costa Rica's investor residence category. The reported minimum for new applications is US$200,000; confirm the current figure with DGME.
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| Country | Costa Rica |
|---|---|
| Program type | Temporary residence by investment |
| Minimum investment (as published) | Reported: US$200,000 for new applications (from 15 Jul 2026) |
| Investment routes | Investment in real estate, securities or a business; reported threshold rose from US$150,000 after Law 9996 lapsed |
| Status | Open |
| Government authority | Dirección General de Migración y Extranjería (DGME) |
| Investment routes | Real estate Business investment Funds, bonds or deposits |
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