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Residency Through Having a Child in Costa Rica (2026): Legal Framework and Requirements 0
- Immigration, Parents, Residency
- February 2, 2026
Costa Rican law grants nationality to any child born on Costa Rican soil, regardless of the parents’ nationality or immigration status. As a result, foreign parents of Costa Rican citizens may apply for residency based on first-degree kinship, a category that provides a direct legal pathway to residence without the waiting periods required under most
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Residency for Retired People in Costa Rica (2026): A Complete Legal Guide 0
- Immigration, Pensionado, Residency
- February 2, 2026
Costa Rica continues to rank among the world’s most attractive destinations for retirees seeking political stability, high-quality healthcare, and a predictable legal framework for long-term residence. For foreign nationals who receive a permanent pension, Costa Rica offers a well-established immigration category known as Residency for Retired People, commonly referred to as the Pensionado residency. This
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Wondering how to start a new life in Panama? Let’s talk about the pensioner visa!0
- Panama, Pensionado
- December 15, 2022
You are probably aware that Panama is currently known as one of the best options to move, invest, and live in Central America. Let’s discuss an excellent option to consider if you want to apply for Panamanian residency. If you receive a retirement or pension from a foreign government, international organization or private company, want
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Will DIMEX be digitized?0
- Immigration, Residency
- November 1, 2022
What is a DIMEX? In the simplest terms, DIMEX is the ID card that the Costa Rican government issues to foreigners. The acronym stands for Documento de Identidad Migratorio para Extranjeros, or Immigration Identity Document for Foreigners. A DIMEX is issued for Permanent and Temporary Residents as well as Special Categories. This document was implemented
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Move, Invest and Live in Panama with the Investor Category 0
- Investor, Panama
- November 1, 2022
Panama is a Central American country that in recent years has been known by its rapid development and economic growth. For this reason, is understandable the attraction of investors within its immigration policy as it represents a main goal for the Panamanian government. So, if you are thinking of investing or looking for alternatives that
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Investor Category in Costa Rica: Everything you need to know 0
- Immigration, Investor
- October 4, 2022
If you have invested or are planning to invest in Costa Rica with your own capital, you have the option to apply for a temporary residency category as an investor. This type of residency allows your spouse and children under 25 years of age, to obtain residency as dependents. It is valid for two years,
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