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Expats' Guide to Tamarindo
Expats, digital nomads & retirees talk about what it's like living in Tamarindo.

Talk with other digital nomads and expats in Tamarindo on our Tamarindo forum - meet people, get advice and help others.

Expats in Tamarindo talk about the Pros & Cons of Living in Tamarindo.

Expats offer insight into the cost of living in Tamarindo.
Cost of Living in Tamarindo
If you're moving to Tamarindo, understanding the the cost of living in Tamarindo helps you know what to expect when it comes to apartment or house hunting, grocery shopping, transportation, dining out, utilities and more.
Health Care in Tamarindo, Costa Rica
Learn about the health system in Tamarindo: how it can and cannot be used by expats, nomads, retirees and others moving to and living in Tamarindo.
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An expat in Tamarindo, Costa Rica recommends private health insurance for a sufficient safety net. The private hospital is a 45 minute drive and a public hospital is a 90 minute drive. If you need an MRI, it's a 5 hour drive to San Jose. And, most non-narcotic drugs are available without a prescr...

Expats offer advice about Buying & Renting Homes in Tamarindo.
Questions & Answers:
- What should I pack when moving to Tamarindo?
- Where should I setup a bank account in Tamarindo?
- Will I be able to find a job in Tamarindo?
- What is life like as an expat in your area?
- What do expats in Tamarindo appreciate most about the local culture?
- What do expats find most challenging?
- Is there a lot of crime in Tamarindo?
- Is there a lot of diversity? Are people in Tamarindo accepting of differences?
- What are the schools in Tamarindo like?
- How are healthcare services Tamarindo?
- What are medical services in Tamarindo like?
- Are healthcare and health insurance expensive in Tamarindo?
- What are emergency services like in Tamarindo?
- Will I need to travel to see a specialist?
- Are common prescription medications available in Tamarindo?
- How are local medical facilities in Tamarindo?
- As a foreigner living in Tamarindo, will I have access to public healthcare? What is it like?
- What have your experiences during the pandemic with the local healthcare system been like?