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Which Background Check Is Right For You? (US edition)0
- Criminal Records, OLS Documents
- January 5, 2023
A background check, also known as police record or criminal report, is a summary of all the arrests and charges against an individual. State and federal agencies issue background checks on their citizens and residents by comparing their personal information against police and court databases. For US citizens, the FBI issues federal background checks that
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Fingerprints? What are they used for in your new adventure in Costa Rica 0
- Certifications, Criminal Records
- August 9, 2022
Our clients and people interested in a residency in Costa Rica, have been told about the requirement of two different fingerprints, one for the background check and the other for the Costa Rican local police station. I know, they sound the same and it has generated confusion. That’s why we decided to make a guide
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Waiting for Sanity in the TSE 1
- Criminal Records
- February 26, 2021
As Outliers, we must think outside the box. Far from being part of the problem, we strive to be part of the solution. Instead of complaining, we try to come up with ideas. This has been one of the pillars of our company values. As such, we have always fought for what we believe is
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A Rough Start to 2020 at the Immigration Department 2
- Immigration
- February 25, 2020
In October of last year, we were happy to see that the Immigration Department was taking certain steps to simplify the Residency process. However, disappointingly, but not surprisingly, January and February 2020 have proven to be very complicated months. Perhaps it has been bad luck, but these past few weeks have been challenging. We have
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Frequently Asked Questions about Immigration 0
- Immigration
- January 7, 2020
The following is a list of commonly asked questions regarding obtaining residency in Costa Rica: Is it true that there are various residency categories? That is correct. One cannot simply apply for residency; one must apply for one of the many distinct residency categories our law offers. An applicant must qualify for one category in
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And What if I Have a Criminal Record?2
- Criminal Records
- May 28, 2019
If you’ve ever considered retiring in Costa Rica or applying for residency as an Investor, Rentista, Self-Employed, etc. this information might be of your interest. Costa Rican immigration law cites a recent, duly apostilled/legalized background check certificate as one of the requirements to apply for Residency. Immmigration has confirmed that only national-coverage background check such
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