Expat Guide to Living in Costa Rica
Whether you're already living in Costa Rica or preparing to move to Costa Rica, our Expat Guide to Living in Costa Rica offers articles and reports submitted by expats about expat life in Costa Rica. For answers to specific questions, visit our Costa Rica Forum to talk with expats in Costa Rica.
Cost of Living in Costa Rica: Comfortable Living for $1500 a Month, Luxury for $3,000
Costa Rica enjoys a relatively low cost of living. Barrantes covers the basic costs. Expats living in Costa Rica can live comfortably on $1,500 a month and luxuriously on $3,000 a month.
What you need to know to become a resident of Costa Rica
Straight-forward advice about obtaining residency in Costa Rica from Lic Giovanna Barrantes. Covers Pensionado, Rentista, starting a business and working as a Representante.
Moving Offshore -- Why North Americans are Heading Outside of Their Borders
As many Baby Boomers are feeling uncertainty in their home countries, experts are predicting a mass migration, most seeking warmer climates.
Medical Care Options in Costa Rica
Overview of healthcare in Costa Rica, including CAJA, INS, Private Medical Insurance and the best hospitals.
Horses, Bulls and Rodeos in Costa Rica
From Toro de la Ticas near San Jose to smaller rodeos throughout the country, rodeos and bull fights are very popular this time of year in Costa Rica.
Moving to Costa Rica with Your Pet
Moving to Costa Rica with your pet? There is a lot of confusion lately about pet shipping to Costa Rica. An old law is now being enforced on pets arriving in Costa Rica.
My First Steps in Costa Rica!
Romain describes his first days in Costa Rica, "Of course, I haven't yet met any scary snakes or spiders bigger than my hand, but I'm not afraid any more. Do you know why? Because this country gives you confidence. Because people here give you faith in what you can accomplish."
Ten Things You Should Know Before You Move To Central or South America
Lee offers ten tips for people contemplating a move to Central or South America.
Expat Interview: Paul Shepard - No Grand Plan
An invitation from friends to take a road trip, led Paul Shepard to a life he never could have imagined. That life began when his motorcycle stopped in Costa Rica.
