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| Thinking of moving to Cosata Rica? We recommend that anyone considering moving to Costa Rica, first come here as a tourist. The longer the better. It is important that in addition to knowing the logistics of estabishing residency and making the move, you get a little taste how it is like. Depending on your country of origin, you can remain in Costa Rica with a tourist visa for up to three month. With a drivers license of your country and a passport, you can legally drive. During this time, try to get a feel for what day-to-day life will be like -- learn first about the different culture and the different responses to given situations. In the end your ability to adapt and approach life with a relaxed attitude will govern your degree of happiness and satisfaction with Costa Rican life.
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| What is it like to live here ? Only your own experience can answer that, since it is different for every person. But some basic information might help you: At the present time, if you own a house and car and have no dept, you can live well on U.S.D. 1500.- per month with maid and gardener services. Foreign residents or tourists can buy or rent homes, condos, and property in Costa Rica. Property taxes are generally lower in Costa Rica as in North America and many other countries. As a foreign resident, you will not have to pay taxes on foreign pensions or income generated outside of Costa Rica. For those considering retirement in Costa Rica, it is unwise to expect to earn a living, or to supplement your income. Pensionados are allowed to own and operate a business but are not permitted to work for wages for someone else. |
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