Latin America
Costa Rica Visa Guide
Rentista/Digital Nomad (Estancia de No Residente)
Quick answer
Costa Rica offers 6 visa categories covering digital nomad, family, other, and entrepreneur routes. Digital nomad visas allow remote workers to stay for up to 1 year [1][2][3], while family residency is available for relatives of Costa Rican citizens or residents [4][5]. The Fixed Income Visa (Rentista) is an option for those with a stable income [6], and investor visas (Inversionista and Investment Visa) cater to entrepreneurs [7][8][9][10].
At a glance
| Region | Latin America |
| Destination type | Sovereign country |
Costa Rica offers the Rentista/Digital Nomad (Estancia de No Residente) for location-independent workers.
Visa options in Costa Rica (19)
Digital nomad / remote work
Tourist / short-stay
Work
Retirement
Investor / entrepreneur
Am I eligible for anything here?
Costa Rica's visa eligibility depends heavily on:
- Your nationality — some visas apply nationality-based exclusions or bilateral agreements
- Your income and financial situation
- How long you want to stay
- Whether you're bringing dependents
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a visa to visit Costa Rica?
Many nationalities can enter Costa Rica visa-free for tourism for up to 90 days, but for longer stays or work, you'll need a specific visa. The Digital Nomad Visa allows remote workers to stay for up to 1 year [1][2][3], while other residency options like the Fixed Income Visa (Rentista) are available for those with a stable income [6].
What is the most popular visa for remote workers in Costa Rica?
The Digital Nomad Visa (Estancia para Trabajadores Remotos) is the most popular for remote workers, allowing a 1-year stay [2][3]. It is designed for individuals who can work remotely for foreign employers.
Can I bring my family to Costa Rica on a residency visa?
Yes, Costa Rica offers a Family Residency visa for close relatives of Costa Rican citizens or permanent residents [4][5]. This allows family members to live together in Costa Rica.
What are the investment options for obtaining residency in Costa Rica?
Costa Rica provides investor visas such as the Inversionista (Residency for Investors) and the Investment Visa, which are designed for entrepreneurs and investors [7][8][9][10]. These routes require a qualifying investment in the country.
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Sources
One numbered entry per specific claim — several entries may point to the same underlying document, each with its own locator.
- [1]
Digital Nomad Visa — Digital nomad route
Primary source · Last verified: Aug 15, 2026Verified — deep-linked - [2]
Digital Nomad Visa (Estancia para Trabajadores Remotos) — Digital nomad route, 1 year
DGME — Nomadas Digitales, dedicated program page [Verified (deep-linked)] · Last verified: Aug 15, 2026Verified — deep-linked - [3]
Digital Nomad Visa (Estancia para Trabajadores Remotos) — Digital nomad route, 1 year
Primary source · Last verified: Aug 15, 2026Cross-referenced - [4]
Family Residency — Family route
Terminal: no_dedicated_visa · Last verified: Aug 15, 2026Cross-referenced - [5]
Family Residency — Family route
Terminal: no_dedicated_visa · Last verified: Aug 15, 2026Cross-referenced - [6]
Fixed Income Visa (Rentista) — Other route
Terminal: no_dedicated_visa · Last verified: Aug 15, 2026Cross-referenced - [7]
Inversionista (Residency for Investors) — Entrepreneur route
Terminal: portal_only · Last verified: Aug 15, 2026Cross-referenced - [8]
Inversionista (Residency for Investors) — Entrepreneur route
Primary source · Last verified: Aug 15, 2026Verified — deep-linked - [9]
Inversionista Visa — Entrepreneur route
Primary source · Last verified: Aug 15, 2026Verified — deep-linked - [10]
Investment Visa — Entrepreneur route
Terminal: no_dedicated_visa · Last verified: Aug 15, 2026Cross-referenced - [11]
Affordability index and climate tags
VisaBook internal estimate (soft-preference data) · Last verified: Aug 15, 2026Verified — deep-linkedVisaBook internal soft-preference estimate used by Search filters — not an official statistic.
This page reflects Costa Rica's officially published visa categories as of the dates above. It is not legal advice. For detailed, case-specific requirements for any visa listed here, see that visa's own page.