Costa Rica, a beautiful Central American country known for its rainforests, stunning landscapes, and “pura vida” lifestyle, offers a Digital Nomad Visa.
This visa lets remote workers live and work legally in Costa Rica for up to a year.
Who Can Apply for the Costa Rica Digital Nomad Visa?
Whether you are a freelancer, entrepreneur, or an employee working remotely for a foreign company, you can apply for this visa.
To be eligible, you must work fully online for clients or a company based outside Costa Rica.
You also need to meet minimum income requirements:
$3,000 per month (about Rs 2,62,476) if applying alone.
$4,000 per month (about Rs 3,49,967) if applying with your family.
This visa is perfect for those who want to earn tax-free income while enjoying a warm climate and joining a lively community of global remote workers.
Documents Needed for the Costa Rica Digital Nomad Visa
You will need:
A valid passport
No criminal record
Health insurance covering your stay in Costa Rica
Proof that you are outside Costa Rica when applying online
Proof of income, like bank statements or salary slips for the past year
A letter or contract from your employer or clients confirming your work
A criminal background check from your home country covering the last 6 months
Proof that you work remotely or are self-employed
All documents must be translated into Spanish.
How to Apply for the Costa Rica Digital Nomad Visa
You can apply online through Costa Rica’s official immigration website. Here’s how:
Gather your documents and get them professionally translated into Spanish.
Create an account on the immigration website and upload your documents to start your application.
Pay the visa fee of $100 (around Rs 8,749) and a visa issuance fee of about $90 (around Rs 7,874).
Wait for visa approval, which can take 15-30 days. You will get an email once your visa is approved.
After approval, you can enter Costa Rica. Once there, register with immigration authorities and get your DIMEX residency ID card.
