Costa Rica
Why Costa Rica?
Costa Rica has a lot to offer expats and can be considered the best of all worlds — breathtaking nature, warm weather, high marks for safety and healthcare, and a full democracy that even the U.S. can’t boast — all at a lower cost of living. Costa Rica welcomes retirees and anyone wanting to find Pura Vida. That said, the cost of living is rising, especially in expat havens, and the weather can vary dramatically from coast to coast, so spend time in multiple locations in both rainy and dry seasons before you choose a permanent location.
Latest Posts About Costa Rica
The Expatsi Report | Q4 2022
Welcome to the third Expatsi Report and the final report of 2022! This quarterly report tracks why people want to leave the U.S., what they're looking for, what they have to spend, and more. [...]
How to Learn Spanish Before You Move to LATAM
The Spanish-speaking countries in North, Central, & South America are top-notch destinations for American emigrants. They offer stunning weather, lovely people, lower costs of living, and phenomenal culture and cuisine, all in compatible time [...]
The Expatsi Report | Q3 2022
Welcome to the second Expatsi Report! This quarterly report tracks why people want to leave the U.S., what they're looking for, what they have to spend, and more. See the images above, or download [...]
Guide to Digital Nomad Visas 2023
There's lots of debate about whether the WFH revolution will be replaced by the RTO (return-to-office) devolution. Like most issues, it seems like we're divided right down the middle about staying remote or diving back [...]
Where should you retire for end-of-life care?
An Instagram follower asks, “In this country the late/end of life system is designed to bankrupt you and your family while providing dismal care. If someone is living on a limited income but would [...]
The Expatsi Report | Q2 2022
Welcome to the very first Expatsi Report! This quarterly report will track why people want to leave the U.S., what they're looking for, what they have to spend, and more. See the images above, [...]
Online Guides
Our fave resources for making your move.
International Living magazine has been helping their readers retire, move and invest overseas for over 40 years. See their reports on Costa Rica.
- Connect with fellow expats in Costa Rica
- Join exciting events and groups
- Get information in our Costa Rica guides
- Exchange tips about expat life in Costa Rica
Find useful info to make the most of your expat project and get in touch with expatriates.
Their Living in Costa Rica Guide is an introduction to everything about the basics for moving to Costa Rica: best places to live, cost of living, pros and cons, healthcare and insurance, and more.
International Citizens Insurance is the premier provider of international health insurance, travel medical insurance and expatriate insurance, offering comprehensive plans at affordable rates. If you need help choosing a plan for work or your family, view their plans or get a quote.
