How to Get a Digital Nomad Visa in Costa Rica

Documents for Costa Rica Digital Nomad Visa

• Application form completed and signed by the applicant
• Paid state duty in the amount of $100
• Copy of passport
• Medical insurance
• Bank statement for the year, which is issued by a financial institution and shows an inflow of $3,000 per month from sources outside of Costa Rica
• All documents must be accompanied by copies with a certified Spanish translation.

Step-by-step guide to get Costa Rica Digital Nomad Visa

1. Register on the platform. Required to provide consent for data processing.
2. Submit an application. You can submit the application either online or in person. It will be easier online on the same site where you have already registered.
3. Wait for the decision. The responsible authorities must notify you of their decision within 15 calendar days of the application.
4. Make an appointment. If the decision is positive, the applicant has 3 months to receive the final accredited document. To do so, make an appointment by calling 1311 or 800-227-2482.
5. Show up for the appointment. You will need to bring all documents and receipts for all state fees.
6. Extend your visa. To renew your visa for a 2nd year, you must stay in Costa Rica for at least 180 days, plus provide all documents.

The fee for this visa is $100 and must be paid at the Bank of Costa Rica prior to application. Translation of documents is an additional fee, and the official registration of documents costs $90. Obtaining a residency permit costs $50, and an additional $3.75 dollars for each page of documents filed. This is to cover the cost of the official registration of documents.

Official website of the program.