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Costa Rica
馃嚚馃嚪 Costa Rica

Moving to Costa Rica
(2026 Guide)

Pacific beaches and green jungle. Pura vida.

Visa
Digital Nomad Visa (Estancia)
Income req
$3,000/mo income proof
Duration
1 year + 1 renewal
Tax
0% on foreign-source income
TL;DR

Costa Rica is one of the most reachable destinations for US founders and remote workers in 2026. The Digital Nomad Visa (Estancia) is designed for people exactly like you. Surf, Jungle, Wellness.

What it's like
SurfJungleWellnessSpanish immersion
Health insurance

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Where to land in Costa Rica

Tamarindo
$2.5-4K/mo
Expat surf town, soft landing
Nosara
$3-5K/mo
Yoga + surf, quieter, founder-friendly
Santa Teresa
$3-5K/mo
Beautiful, harder to access
Atenas
$1.5-3K/mo
Cooler climate, near SJO airport
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Last verified: May 2026 路 Not tax or legal advice. Always confirm visa requirements with the official consulate.