Costa Rica

Costa Rica

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Popular Communities for Expats to Live & Play

My favorite part is where many expats live and what is popular.

Fishing, Diving & Snorkeling

I will say the one and only time that I caught a 350-pound Black Marlin was definitely in Costa Rica! No, I could not reel that pounding black baby in all by myself. It was a team effort, yet it was my hook and my final squeal of the reel! Watching schools of dolphins, smaller than we have in Florida, yet they are by the hundreds; for Diving and Fishing enthusiasts, the fish are so perfect in the clear waters; catching Mahi Mahi, they bit off chunks to eat fresh, though I did not stomach the warm fish and sinew still moving and promptly gave it back to the ocean. Diving and snorkeling off the white-sandy beaches and in the country's national parks and wildlife preserves is a treasure not to be missed!!

Popular Expat Communities in Costa Rica

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Sports & Activities

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Soccer/Football

Soccer, or football as it's known internationally, is not just a sport in Costa Rica; it's a national pastime. With teams spread across the country and the thrilling Costa Rica Cup, you'll feel the pulse of the local culture and the passion for the game.

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Golfing

As an Avid Golfer, I know some notable golf courses with stunning views and ocean breezes.


*Hacienda Pinilla Golf Club (Guanacaste Province, Tamarindo)

*La Iguana Golf Course (Puntarenas Province, Playa Herradura)

*Tres Volcanes Golf Course (Guanacaste Province, Carrillo)

*Cariari Country Club (Heredia Providence)

* Parque Valle de Sol (Santa Ana)

*Reserva Conchal (Playa Conchal, Cabo Velas, Guanacaste)

*Four Seasons Golf Club

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Tennis & Pickleball

Now, for the tennis and pickleball enthusiasts who cannot live without it, here are some of the best locations.



*Casa Tennis and Pickleball, The Tennis and Pickle Shack, and Tennis Pickleball Costa Rica, all in Guanacaste Province.

* Some resorts, such as Hacienda Pinilla, Four Seasons Peninsula de Papagayo, and Playas del Coco, cater to pickleball

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Hiking

Of course, Costa Rica is well-known for hiking the scenic inland forests with its cooling temperatures and so many diverse trails, from volcano hikes like Arenal with stunning views to rainforest hikes in Monteverde Cloud Forest with lush canopy and wildlife. The rainy season runs from about May to November for the lowlands and coastal area and December to April in the central valley, with the highland's cooler temperature and rainfall more frequently contributing to the lushness of the forests

Healthcare

As we enjoy such a diversity of sports, medical care is essential to keep us young. Costa Rican health care is well-known for its quality and affordability, with public and private options available to expats.


*Caja Costarricense de Seguro Social (CCSS) covers citizens, legal residents, and expats with residency status. All residents must make monthly payments based on their income.


*Private health insurance, as primary or supplement, benefits you with shorter wait times and access to private clinics or hospitals.


You could have a potential residency for international property buyers purchasing CI $1 million or above...

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We are welcome to purchase property and share the same property ownership rights as Costa Rican citizens.

  • No residency is required, yet it will be necessary if you stay for an extended period.
  • Maritime zones will have restrictions within the 50-meter zone and 150-meter zone, which are considered public land.
  • Legal assistance or an excellent real estate professional to ensure your joy of ownership is legally sound.
  • Wow, real estate transfer taxes are reduced for foreign residents, retirees, and income-based residents when you purchase a property.
  • Incentives include the Free Trade Zone Regime for companies investing with tax exemptions and transferring profits without incurring additional taxes.
  • Value Added Tax (VAT) total exemption for local purchases for foreign investors.
  • No timelines or deadlines for building on raw land
  • You could have a potential residency for international property buyers purchasing CI $1 million or above...
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