Adam Blum, MBA, BBA, CSC, RCIC, IMCM (R407975) · College of Immigration and Citizenship Consultants · Member, Investment Migration Council · Verify a CICC licence: register.college-ic.ca
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Costa Rica Residence by Investment
Explore a structured pathway to temporary residence leading to possible permanent residence in Costa Rica. CIPS helps private clients understand the qualifying routes, family provisions, practical obligations and professional support required before deciding whether the program is a suitable fit.
Program outcome
Temporary residence leading to possible permanent residence
Headline starting point
USD 150,000 investment
Physical presence
At least one visit each year under the supplied program summary
Family inclusion
Spouse, minor children and certain dependent adult children may qualify
Why Consider Costa Rica
A politically stable Central American jurisdiction
Investor, fixed-income and pension-based residence categories
The freedom to live throughout Costa Rica
A pathway that may lead to permanent residence and later citizenship eligibility
The routes described in the supplied material
The principal routes described in the supplied program material are: Additional government, due diligence, legal, property, transfer, tax and professional costs may apply. The investment structure must be reviewed before funds are committed.
Investor residence through qualifying assets or business interests from USD 150,000
Fixed-income residence based on qualifying monthly income
Pensioner residence based on qualifying lifetime pension income
How an application proceeds
01
Confidential consultation and preliminary suitability review
02
Initial due diligence and review of family eligibility
03
Selection and verification of the qualifying route
04
Collection, certification and translation of supporting documents
05
Submission through the appropriate authorized local channel
06
Government review, due diligence and any request for further information
07
Completion of post-approval investment, residence or documentation steps
What every applicant must be able to show
Valid identity and civil-status documents
A clean and fully disclosed personal background
Evidence supporting lawful source of funds and source of wealth
Completion of the qualifying contribution, investment, income or asset requirement
Medical, insurance, address, biometrics or other program-specific evidence where required
Ongoing compliance with holding periods, visits, renewals and reporting obligations
A closer look at Costa Rica
Questions clients ask first
Is this an immediate passport program?
Only citizenship programs can lead directly to citizenship following approval and completion. Residence programs provide a residence status. Any later citizenship route is separate and subject to the law in force at that time.
Can my family apply with me?
Spouse, minor children and certain dependent adult children may qualify. Exact age, dependency, marital-status and relationship rules must be checked for every person before engagement.
What is the minimum commitment?
USD 150,000 investment. This is a headline reference only and is not an all-in cost.
What should I understand before proceeding?
Residence must be maintained and citizenship is not automatic. Timing and eligibility depend on nationality, physical presence and current law.
How does CIPS help?
CIPS helps clarify objectives, compare options, prepare for due diligence and coordinate with the qualified professionals responsible for local filings and advice.
Program rules, investment thresholds, government fees, processing practices and eligibility requirements can change without notice. Information on this website is general and does not constitute legal, tax, investment or financial advice. All applications are subject to government review, due diligence and approval. CIPS works with qualified local professionals where destination-country advice is required.
