Costa Rica's Digital Nomad Visa: Step-by-Step Application Guide

Want to live and work in Costa Rica? Want to apply to Costa Rica’s NEW digital nomad visa? This is the video you need.
We break down, step by step, exactly what you need to do to successfully apply for the digital nomad visa in Costa Rica. We’ll show you how to navigate the online portal, Tramite Ya!, how to fill out tricky parts of the online application, explain the different steps of the process, and get you ready for a successful application.
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If this seems overwhelming, if you get stuck, or if you just want to be sure you’re doing it right, you can give us a call. StartAbroad can help you submit a successful application.
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Links mentioned in the video:
- Tramite Ya!: tramiteya.go.cr/
- Download the Costa Rica digital nomad visa application form: migracion.go.cr/Paginas/Categ...
- List of approved translators in Costa Rica: www.rree.go.cr/?sec=servicios...
- INS digital nomad health insurance: www.grupoins.com/nomada/
- 2 phone numbers to call for making your Step 4 appointment:
Call the Costa Rican migration call center. The number is 1311 from inside Costa Rica.
Call the Bank of Costa Rica. The number is [phone].
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[@mirmominali3454]

In your video I have gotten a lot of information. Thank you so much. ❤

[@YTonYahoo]

Where is the "experiente de expanheria" number? And where do I submit the digital process forms?

[@romeopmusic6319]

Thank you! Do they ask you anything about the employer needing to write a letter?

[@DebyColes]

I am running into a problem with the medical insurance. I have a private medical insurance that renews in December each year. Now we are here in February and I want to apply for the visa, but because my policy renews annually, it shows that it expires and is due for renewal in December. My insurance company is unable to certify that I have insurance past the current expiry date. It would be such a huge waste of money to have to buy another year of insurance today just to meet this requirement. It doesn't make sense! What can I do?

[@DebyColes]

Do we have to get bank statements translated? I have two different business accounts for different currencies. But over the course of the year there are a LOT of sheets. I've been quoted $25 a sheet to translate which is going to work out really expensive. But its just numbers. What exactly on there would be translated and does this really have to be done?

[@YTonYahoo]

I don't understand the country entry data section. Where it says "Place of entry", are they talking about where in Costa Rica I'll be visiting? It also says "Date of entry" but only allows you to enter dates up to the present, not in the future.

[@startabroad4592]

HI @yonyahoo, yes, the application process is extremely confusing. We offer visa application support, which you can learn more about here: startabroad.com/services/costa-rica-services/costa-rica-digital-nomad-visa-application/

[@diedigoz1753]

Taxes? It necesary to pay taxes during the period i stay at Costa Rica working as a digital nomad?

[@AnnedLinzSenadin]

Is it possible to apply before enter to Costa Rica. In the form we can't choose a future date

[@startabroad4592]

Hey Anned-Linz, yes it is! Reach out to us at [e-mail] and we can help you with the app.

[@saberkhan8003]

HI can i get permenant residence in digital nomad visa for costa rica ? can i apply this from outside too ? please help thankyou

[@nolansherman9565]

I cant get past the Filiation form. It asks for an entry date that must be in the past but I am not in country yet.

[@startabroad4592]

Hi @nolansherman9565, thank you for your message! Yes, the process has plenty of quirks which makes navigating the application frustrating. We offer free consultations, which you can schedule on the link below. We would be happy to answer your questions, and can tell you more about our Digital Nomad Visa Application service (startabroad.com/services/costa-rica-services/costa-rica-digital-nomad-visa-application/) if you decide you would like help.
www.startabroad.com/consultation

[@nathaliesmith8134]

How much do you charge to apply on someone's behalf? Are you immigration lawyers?

[@davidthomson425]

Great video, thanks for the information, we are almost there but got stuck. Im trying to make my payment for $100 using WISE while abroad, I see the IBAN number but WISE also needs a 10-digit company registration number (CJU Cedula). This should start with a 3. Could you let me know where I could find this number for the wise transfer?

[@jmv_nicaragua]

Hi, I have the same issue. Did you find a solution for the Cedula?

[@davidthomson425]

@@jmv_nicaragua No unfortunately not, I contacted Start abroad and they did this on my behalf since I was out of the country. If you are in country you can do this on your own. If you have a Costa Rican bank account you can do this by transfer instead.

[@bernatfortet5604]

Did you figure this out?

[@bernatfortet5604]

@@jmv_nicaragua did you figure this out?

[@davidthomson425]

If you have a in-country bank account, you can transfer the money bank to bank within Costa Rica. I could not figure out how to make a wise payment and have it go through correctly

[@abubakersaeedi9114]

Thx for this great smart video.
Please can you advise if there is a minimum stay for digital visa of Costa Rica?
Is it ok to consider a monthly income from Salary and share dividends plus rental income?
Last may I know your fees to support main applicant and his family (4 = wife &3 children)?

[@startabroad4592]

Hi Abubaker, yes! It's 1 year, which can be extended for an additional year. Please reach out to me at [e-mail] if you'd like to connect to talk through your options + next steps.

[@hashimkasaai4983]

HI 👋 need help to get the normad visa

[@startabroad4592]

Hi Hashim, thank you for your message! We can absolutely help you with the Digital Nomad Visa application. Check out our service page here -- www.startabroad.com/costa-rica-digital-nomad-- and feel free to reach out to me directly at [e-mail] if you'd like to confirm your eligibility before booking.

[@catharinecormier6882]

Can you provide paystubs rather than bank statements?

[@zachgerth3369]

Hi Catharine, yes you can!

[@alexkubiak9861]

@@zachgerth3369Hi Zach! How did you find this information? I've only seen bank statements listed as a requirement but paystubs would be much easier

[@anohruthabah5483]

Hi madam i am interested in a costa Rica visa

[@ND-fn4yf]

Cannot proceed without Costa Rican phone number :(

[@startabroad4592]

Hi ND, that shouldn't be the case! Email me at [e-mail], and we can look at it together