Costa Rica Digital Nomad Visa
Digital Nomad Visa (Ley Nómada Digital)
Digital Nomad Visa (Ley Nómada Digital)
Duration
1 year (renewable for 1 year)
Cost
$100 application fee
Min. Income
$3,000/month or $60,000 in savings
Tax
No Costa Rican tax on foreign-sourced income
Requirements
- Proof of remote income
- Health insurance
- Clean criminal record
- Valid passport
About the Digital Nomad Visa (Ley Nómada Digital)
Costa Rica's digital nomad visa offers pura vida lifestyle — Pacific and Caribbean beaches, cloud forests, excellent healthcare, and a stable democracy.
How to Apply
- Ensure you meet the minimum income requirement of $3,000/month or $60,000 in savings
- Gather required documents: Proof of remote income, Health insurance, Clean criminal record
- Submit your application and pay the $100 application fee fee
- Wait for processing and approval
- Travel to Costa Rica and register upon arrival
Tax Implications
No Costa Rican tax on foreign-sourced income
Cities in Costa Rica
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Costa Rica digital nomad visa?
The Digital Nomad Visa (Ley Nómada Digital) allows remote workers to live in Costa Rica for 1 year (renewable for 1 year). It costs $100 application fee and requires a minimum income of $3,000/month or $60,000 in savings.
What are the requirements for the Costa Rica nomad visa?
Proof of remote income. Health insurance. Clean criminal record. Valid passport.
Do I need to pay taxes in Costa Rica on a digital nomad visa?
No Costa Rican tax on foreign-sourced income