Why
Costa Rica?
Costa Rica's Foreign Direct Investment ecosystems provide a dynamic and growth-oriented environment for companies across diverse sectors in the heart of the Americas. Learn why:
FDI companies under the Free Trade Zone regime.
multinational companies in the sectors of advanced manufacturing, services, tourism infrastructure, trade, light manufacturing, agribusiness, and others, as of the end of 2025.
jobs generated by FDI as of the end of 2025.
of origin as of the end of 2025.
FDI companies located outside the Greater Metropolitan Area as of the end of 2025.
Costa Rica is the most politically stable nation in Latin America, ensuring a secure investment environment.
- 75 years without army
- Oldest democracy in Latam
- 7% of GDP invested in Education
- 8% of GDP invested in Healthcare
With a well-educated workforce, Costa Rica possesses a valuable human resource pool crucial for business success.
- #1 country with the best universities in Central America
- #2 in Latin America according to the Global Talent Competitiveness Index 2021
- Costa Rican software developers are ranked among the best in the world
- 12,266 people benefited from regular state funds to receive training in EMPLÉATE projects
Its strategic location ensures easy connectivity to major global markets, enhancing business opportunities.
- Direct flights to main cities in USA and Europe
- Free Trade Agreements with +50 countries including US, EU and China
- Bilateral Investment treaties with 16 countries
- WTO and OECD member
Costa Rica's commitment to sustainability and environmental preservation aligns with global trends, making it an eco-friendly investment destination.
- 6,5% of the world's biodiversity
- Over 30% of protected territory
- #1among tropical countries in reversing deforestation
- A Pioneer in conscious business
The country offers a range of competitive incentives to attract Foreign Direct Investment, boosting profitability.
- Free Zone regime in place since 1990
- Minimum investments required to obtain tax benefits start at $100k
- Digital Nomads and Individual Investors incentives
- Same rights for foreigners and locals
Costa Rica provides comprehensive support and infrastructure for a smooth entry and successful operation for businesses investing in the country.
- World class legal, accounting and Real Estate firms
- M&As
- State of the art business parks across the country
- Diverse suppliers ecosystem
The Costa Rican government offers a comprehensive package of incentives, making it an attractive destination for foreign investors.
Export Linkages
Establish the perfect link between multinational companies and
national suppliers with world-class supply and logistics structures.
Special Regimes
With the objective of being more competitive internationally and more attractive for foreign direct investment, Costa Rica opted for special export regimes to provide benefits and legal certainty to companies and encourage exports from the country.
Supplier Catalog
Check out our comprehensive directory of suppliers, where you can find everything you need to start your company’s operations in Costa Rica.
