Our specialists in setting up a company in Costa Rica explain below the requirements to set up a sole trader in Costa Rica. We can assist with the registration procedures. Steps to create a sole trader in Costa Rica Any person who is at least 18 years of age can…
A Costa Rican holding company is an enterprise that owns and controls various assets in other businesses called subsidiaries. If you want to set up such an entity, you can do that by incorporating a private or public limited liability company. Below, our agents for opening a company in Costa…
There are two ways to open a foundation in Costa Rica - by registering a non-profit organization (NGOs) and by setting up an association. The main difference between them is the purpose of creation, as such, you can choose the desired form based on this aspect. Below, our agents for…
The Act of Trademarks and other Distinction Signs is the main law governing trademark registration in Costa Rica. It provides for the marks that can be acknowledged in this country and the procedures to complete with respect to recognition. Quick Facts Trademark registration service availability (YES/NO) Yes, our lawyers…
Trusts in Costa Rica are acknowledged under the Commercial Code, starting with article 633. According to the law, these are legal arrangements between two parties (a grantor/settler and a trustee) in regard to the administration of various assets. If you want to open a trust in Costa Rica, our local…
Costa Rica has a well-established financial industry made up of various types of companies and institutions. Some of them offer financial services to the general public, while others serve private clients. This means that to operate one way or another, a business in this field must obtain a financial license…
An important step when opening a company in Costa Rica is filing for the necessary business licenses. There are several types of permits and/or authorizations to obtain depending on several factors, such as whether the enterprise will operate from a physical location. Below, our agents for opening a Costa Rican…
FOREX trading is one of the most successful branches of the financial sector in Costa Rica. As such, opening a FOREX company in this country comes with various requirements, including registering with the local financial authorities, as there is no FOREX license to obtain in Costa Rica. In the article…
If you want to retire to Costa Rica, you have two options: apply for ordinary residency or go for the special retirement (pensionado) visa, which is part of the residency by investment program. Each of them has its own advantages and the decision can be made based on the Costa…
If you want to move to Costa Rica or set up a company here, you need to complete one essential step: open a bank account. This process is linked to most transactions you will complete here as a natural person or through your business. Below, our local specialists explain the…
