Costa Rica Rentista Visa
passive income visa
Minimum income
€2,400 / month
Duration
24 months
Renewable
Yes
Family eligible
Yes
Processing
~90 days
Tax residency
optional
Why this visa
- Must show $60k bank deposit OR €2.5k/month income
- No tax on foreign income
- Path to permanent residency in 3 years
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How to apply for the Costa Rica Rentista Visa
Verify eligibility
Confirm you earn at least €2,400 per month from non-Kostaryka sources. Gather 3-6 months of bank statements or invoices as proof.
Gather documents
Valid passport (12+ months remaining), clean criminal record, health insurance covering the destination, proof of accommodation, proof of remote employment or contracts.
Submit application
Apply through the official portal or your nearest Kostaryka consulate. Pay the application fee (typically €50-300).
Wait for processing
Processing takes around 90 days. Some consulates request additional documents during this period.
Travel and register
Once approved, travel to Kostaryka and register locally within the first 30-90 days as instructed on your approval letter.
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Frequently asked
- Jaki dochód jest wymagany dla Costa Rica Rentista Visa?
- 2,400 euro miesięcznie, z dostosowaniami dla osób na utrzymaniu.
- Jak długo ważna jest Costa Rica Rentista Visa?
- 24 miesięcy przy pierwszym wydaniu, odnawialna.
- Czy rodzina może wjechać na Costa Rica Rentista Visa?
- Tak, małżonek i dzieci na utrzymaniu są uprawnione.