Costa Rica is premium-nature LatAm: above-average safety, US-like prices; San José, Escazú, and the coasts are popular.
At a glance
Capital: San José
Language: Spanish
Currency: Colón (CRC) / USD
Guide sections
- Visa and legal stayEntry, residence, extensions
- HousingRent, areas, contracts
- Cost of livingMonthly budget
- Work and internetRemote work, coworkings, connectivity
- Banking and moneyAccounts, cards, transfers
- HealthcareInsurance, clinics
- TransportCity and intercity
- CommunityExpats, chats, networking
- Before you arriveRelocation checklist