Costa Rica Digital Nomad Visa Requirements & Tax Rules
Based on official government sources. 1 visa program(s) listed.
Minimum Income
Monthly $3,000
approx. $3,000 · Rate as of 2026-11-05
Stay Duration
12 months
Renewable: Yes · Max 24 months
Tax Residency
183 days
Stay longer and you may become a local tax resident
Tax Treaty
Varies by nationality
Depends on your citizenship and residenc…
Check Taxes Before the Visa
A tax resident generally owes income tax to that country. Even with a visa, a long stay can create a foreign tax bill, and U.S. citizens are still taxed on worldwide income.
- Tax Resident Threshold
- Staying over 183 days
- Tax Treaty
- Varies by nationalityDepends on your citizenship and residence. U.S. citizens should check the IRS list of U.S. tax treaties.
- Local Taxation
- Exempt from Local Income TaxUnder the digital nomad law, remote work income earned abroad is fully exempt from income tax.
U.S. citizens abroad generally still file a U.S. return, and benefits like the Foreign Earned Income Exclusion require one. Talk to a qualified tax professional about your situation.
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| Income Requirement | Monthly $3,000 (approx. $3,000) |
|---|---|
| Monthly Equivalent | Monthly $3,000 (approx. $3,000) |
| Duration of Stay | 12 months |
| Renewable | Yes |
| Max Total Stay | 24 months |
| Family Allowed | Yes |
| Status | Active |
Required Documents
Please check official sources.
Application Steps
Please check official sources.
Notes
Requires proof of income of at least USD 3,000 per month (USD 4,000 with family). 1-year stay, extendable by 1 year (2 years maximum).
Sources & Verification
- Official Source
- View original on www.migracion.go.cr
- Source Type
- Government Source
- Verified Date
- 2026-10-27 (10 days ago)
- Confidence
- High Confidence
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