Costa Rica Pensionado
Costa Rica Pensionado: $1,000/month pension, permanent residency, import duty exemptions. Pura vida lifestyle — volcanoes, beaches, biodiversity. CAJA healthcare available.
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Key Details
Stay Requirements
Confirmed: Costa Rica temporary pensionado requires living in CR at least 4 months/yr (~122 days) for renewal. My earlier 1 was too low.
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- Requires $1,000/month pension
- Permanent residency granted
- Import duty exemptions
- Beautiful natural landscapes
- Access to CAJA healthcare
The catch
- Real presence required. Expect roughly 122 days a year in-country to keep the status.
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What could change
Economic shifts may impact pension requirements or benefits.
Tax Notes
Costa Rica's pensionado program offers tax exemption on foreign income.
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