Everything you need to know about the latest news to renew, duplicate or get your DIMEX for the first time. On September 28th, the Ministry of Government and Police; and the Immigration Department (DGME), through resolution N° DJUR-0144-09-2022-LSS, stated that the administrative measures related to the documentation of foreigners will […]
Posts archive for September, 2022
The future of the Real Estate business in Costa Rica
On September 22 and 23, Outlier Legal Services participated in the Costa Rican Real Estate Congress 2022, that was held at the Intercontinental Hotel in Escazú, where real estate companies, business experts, government officials and entrepreneurs shared their knowledge about the local and regional market as a whole. The third […]
The reality behind importing containers into Costa Rica
Living in Costa Rica is a very attractive idea for many foreigners around the world; the “Pura Vida” style, our peace, beaches, mountains and biodiversity, in addition to an extremely high quality of life, make this place an excellent option to settle permanently. In case you have selected Costa Rica […]
The steps to get the exit permit for minors in Costa Rica
If you are planning a trip beyond the borders of Costa Rican with a minor (resident or Costa Rican citizen), we recommend you to read this article first. In order to discuss the requirements to grant an exit permit for minors (the age of majority in Costa Rica is 18 […]
Why you should always have a written lease for residential properties in Costa Rica
If you are moving to Costa Rica and have done your research, you have likely gotten the advice “rent before you buy”. At Outlier Legal, we agree. With Costa Rica’s 12 different climates, differences in internet accessibility, traffic patterns and distances to the things that may matter to you (IE […]
Life at Home: Maid Service in Costa Rica
For expats coming to Costa Rica, having part-time or full-time help at home is often a pleasant surprise as the cost is significantly less than in their home country. That being said, it is of critical importance that before hiring a domestic worker, you educate yourself on the responsibilities that […]
No Tax Icentives for Investors – Not Yet
What is the status of law 9996 creating incentives for investors? The delay with the implementation of law has generated anxiety in the expat community. In July of 2021, the CR Congress approved a law which created tax incentives for foreigners. Mainly, the incentives meant the creation of tax exemptions […]
The mandatory annual obligations of your company
When we talk about compliance with the obligations of your company, it means being in good standing with the established guidelines provided by the government. The business compliance requirements are acquired when you create a company, where you also obtain responsibilities. That’s why we summarize the mandatory annual obligations of […]
Compliance with Your Company’s Obligations in Costa Rica
Ensuring your company is in good standing with government guidelines means complying with all required business regulations. These compliance requirements arise when you establish your company, along with the responsibilities you must uphold. To help you stay organized, we’ve summarized the mandatory annual obligations your company needs to meet. Given […]
The Torch of Central American Freedom
Tomorrow marks the 201st anniversary of Central America’s independence. On September 15th 1821, Guatemala, Honduras, El Salvador, Nicaragua and Costa Rica, broke their ties with the Spanish Empire, in a peaceful emancipatory process considering the reality of other countries in Latin America. After two years without celebrations due to the […]
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