Programmes/Costa Rica/Rentista Residency
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Rentista Residency

Costa RicaPassive Income Visahigh confidence

Territorial — foreign income not taxed Passive income from abroad (pension, rental, dividends etc.). Must maintain income level.

Investment
$2,500/mo guaranteed passive income for 2 years
Processing
3 months
Min stay
122 days/year
Tax rate
Territorial — foreign income not taxed%

How popular is this programme?

Searches/mo
Interest
Niche
Trend
Demand score13/100

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Key Details

Leads to PRYes
PR after3.0 years
Citizenship path7 years
Dual citizenship
Remote work
Healthcare included
Crypto accepted
Same-sex recognised
RenewableYes

Stay Requirements

Confirmed: Costa Rica temporary rentista requires living in CR at least 4 months/yr (~122 days) for renewal. My earlier 1 was too low (1 applies only to later permanent residency).

high confidence

Highlights

  • Requires $2,500/month passive income
  • Pathway to permanent residency
  • Tax exemption on foreign income
  • Flexible lifestyle in Costa Rica
  • Cultural richness and biodiversity

What could change

Changes in immigration laws could affect income requirements.

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Tax Notes

The Rentista program offers tax exemption on foreign income.

Last verified: 4/15/2026Updated: 6/10/2026Confidence: high

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People also ask

How do you qualify for rentista in Costa Rica?
Rentista (Income-based) If you're not retired but have a stable income, the Rentista program might be suitable. You'll need to demonstrate a guaranteed monthly income of at least $2,500 for two years or make a deposit of $60,000 in a Costa Rican bank.

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