Why
Costa Rica?
Reasons why Costa Rica is the perfect place to invest!
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:
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
Incentives for foreign investments
The Costa Rican government offers a comprehensive package of incentives, making it an attractive destination for foreign investors.
The Costa Rican government offers a competitive Free Trade Zone Regime that grants tax exemptions to companies investing in the country. Our Regime is in compliance with the OECD and WTO standards.
- Corporate income tax exemption
- 100% exempt from customs duties on imports & exports
- 100% exemption of VAT for local purchases.
- Exemption of remittance repatriation tax.
- Exemption from property transfer tax and municipal taxes (up to 10 years)
Costa Rica offers a compelling incentive to foreign investors through its special Social Security rates outside the Greater Metropolitan Area (GMA).
Foreign companies can benefit from reduced social security contributions, which play a significant role in lowering labor costs. This incentive encourages investment in less densely populated areas, promoting regional economic development and job creation.
Foreign investors benefit from reduced bureaucracy, shorter waiting times, and faster decision-making, allowing them to initiate and expand their operations more efficiently.
This not only minimizes administrative hurdles, but also accelerates the timeline for launching and conducting business activities. Costa Rica's commitment to expeditious proceedings underscores its dedication to providing a responsive and investor-friendly environment, positioning it as a prime choice for foreign companies seeking to establish and grow their presence in the country.
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.
