Buying Property = Residency Permit: The Residency Leverage in Costa Rica
Residency Permit in Costa Rica through Property Purchase: How the Inversionista Status Works, What It Costs, Which Mistake Destroys It – and What Changed with the Expiration of Ley 9996 in July 2026.
Buying a house in Costa Rica – without an agent, step by step: process, real costs, and the 7 most expensive pitfalls
Buying a house in Costa Rica – safe even without an agent: the complete process, all closing costs in figures, the due diligence checklist, and the 7 pitfalls European buyers most often overlook.
Plan B in uncertain times: Why a completed house in Costa Rica in 2026 is more than just a property
You do not buy a house out of fear. You buy it because you are planning ahead. That is exactly the difference between panic and a Plan B—and that is precisely what this article is about. Anyone scrolling through the news in 2026 knows the feeling: a tense geopolitical situation in which conflicts in the […]
Cost of living in Costa Rica: What life as an expat really costs in 2026
What does it really cost to live in Costa Rica in 2026? An honest overview of groceries, electricity, a car and healthcare – with a sample budget (USD & €) and a comparison with Germany.
Green season in Costa Rica: Why the rainy season is the best time to move abroad
Why the green season—the rainy season—in Costa Rica is the best time of year for expats: lush greenery, vibrant nature, and less hustle and bustle.
Emigrating to Costa Rica in 2026: Why Now Is the Right Moment
Emigrating to Costa Rica in 2026: Inflation, energy, and bureaucracy are making Europe difficult. At the same time, the Euro is strong, and a turnkey house with a 5,000 m² lot awaits in Miramar. A thoughtful assessment.
Health insurance in Costa Rica: How the Caja works for expats
One of the first questions that comes up when moving to Costa Rica is: How will I actually be covered by health insurance there? In Germany, Austria, or Switzerland, you are used to being automatically insured. But how does it work in Central America? The good news: Costa Rica has one of the best healthcare […]
Moving to Costa Rica: 4th Place in the World Happiness Report 2026
Costa Rica reaches 4th place in the World Happiness Report 2026 – a historic record! Learn why the country brings so much happiness and what that means for expats.
Animals in Costa Rica: Fascination, Not Fear – What Truly Awaits You
A morning in Velásquez. You’re sitting on the terrace with your coffee, the mountain air is fresh, the Miramar valley lies below you, and suddenly you hear it – a deep, primeval rumble echoing through the forest. Your heart skips a beat. What was that? The Howler Monkey. Your new alarm clock. Anyone considering moving […]
Emigrating to Costa Rica – Miramar, an Underestimated Hidden Gem.
Everyone knows Tamarindo. Everyone dreams of Manuel Antonio. But if you truly want to live in Costa Rica—not just vacation—you will sooner or later come across a place that doesn’t even appear on most travel maps: Miramar.I live above Miramar. And I want to tell you openly why this was the best decision for me. […]
Buying a house in Costa Rica: It really is that simple
Buying a house in Costa Rica – isn’t the paperwork incredibly complicated? That is the question I hear most often. And my honest answer: No. Not at all. I will briefly explain how the process of buying a house in Costa Rica works – and why you don’t actually have to worry about a thing. […]
Emigrating to Costa Rica with a Dog – What you really need to know…
Category: Emigrating to Costa Rica | Reading time: approx. 8 minutes If you love your dog, you won’t leave them behind – not even when the dream of emigrating to Costa Rica becomes a reality. The good news: it’s possible, it’s feasible, and with the right preparation, it goes more smoothly than most people fear. […]
Emigrating to Costa Rica – Quality of Life That Delights
Costa Rica is one of the most attractive destinations in the world—not only for vacationers, but also for people seeking a permanent location with a high standard of living, peace, and connection to nature. 🌿 1. A Country That Unites Nature and Joy of Life Costa Rica is a prime example of ecological diversity and […]