Last updated Mar 24th, 2026
Republic of Costa Rica
one day per year presence
5-7 years time to passport
Overview
Language
spanish
Timezone
GMT-6 (CST)
Direct flights
Currency
CRC
Residency and Citizenship
Costa Rica grants residency by investment with a fast-track to citizenship.
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Passport power
74
World access
68%
Visa-free destinations
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Regulatory framework
The legal basis for this program is contained in the Law N° 9996, enacted in July 2021.
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Timeline
Government Processing Time
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