🇨🇷 Costa Rica · Digital nomad
Digital Nomad — Rentista a Distancia — requirements, costs & how to apply
Who is eligible
| Minimum monthly income | €2,615 (≈ USD 3,000 · FX 2026-06-19) |
| Health insurance | Required (valid in-country) |
| Criminal record | Clean record / police clearance |
Costs
| Application / consular fee | €93 |
Who can apply
Open to all nationalities.
How to apply
- Confirm you meet the eligibility above.
- Gather documents and apply via the official portal: https://www.visitcostarica.com/en/digital-nomads/requirements.
Frequently asked
How much income do I need?
You must show €2,615 (≈ USD 3,000 · FX 2026-06-19).
Do I need health insurance?
Yes — valid health insurance in the country is required.
Sources & verification
Every figure on this page is taken from an official government source and dated. Nothing is inferred.
“earning a minimum amount of three thousand U.S. dollars ($3,000.00) per month”
“By law all documents issued in a foreign language must be accompanied by an official translation in Spanish.”
“issuance of visas in this category is subject to... a security review by DGME of the criminal and police records”
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Informational only, not legal or immigration advice. Requirements change — always confirm on the official government source linked above before applying. Last verified 2026-06-21.