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Costa Rica
Costa Rica is where we go deepest: daily, sourced research on real estate, private credit and the rules that move deals. Last updated 25 October 2026.
| Indicator | Value | As of / source |
|---|---|---|
| FDI, first half 2026, excluding Heineken/Fifco | US$2.74B (+23.4%, preliminary) | Procomer and BCCR via Delfino.cr, 1 Oct 2026 |
| FDI including that transaction | US$5.94B | Same |
| Free zones FDI | US$1.74B (+35%) | Same |
| Monetary policy rate | 3.00% | BCCR, 24 Sep 2026 |
| Consumer price inflation | 0.34% year over year | INEC, Sep 2026 |
| Investor residency minimum | US$150,000 under Law 9996 for applications filed by 14 Jul 2026; for later filings, advisers disagree on whether US$150,000 or US$200,000 applies | Law 9996; confirm with DGME |
How foreigners own property
Foreigners can hold titled property with essentially the same rights as Costa Ricans. The big exception is the maritime-terrestrial zone along the coast, which is held by concession rather than title. Our buyer guides cover the checks that matter: water, protection zones, the maritime strip and closing costs.
Start here
- LATAM Data Hub: Costa Rica: activity, FDI and monetary policy
- Buyer Guides: land, hotels and businesses
- LATAM Investor Map: Costa Rica: research by region
- Underwriting Calculator
- Costa Rica vs Panama for a first real estate investment
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