Costa Rica Digital Nomad Visa Eligibility Check

Last Updated on 1 September 2025 by Brittany
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Do you dream of living and working remotely in Costa Rica for up to two years with your family? Use this free Costa Rica digital nomad visa eligibility check to verify if you can apply.

Simply answer the questions in the quiz below to see if you can apply for the Costa Rica digital nomad visa.

By using this tool, you understand that it is not a legal assessment and the outcome is based on the answers that you have provided.

costa rica digital nomad visa eligibility check

Costa Rica Digital Nomad Visa Eligibility Requirements

There are a few requirements you must meet in order to be eligible for the Costa Rica digital nomad visa.

  • Valid Passport – Your passport must be valid at the time of applying
  • Work Remotely – You must be employed by or own a company registered outside of Costa Rica or freelance with clients outside of the country
  • $3,000 per Month Income – You must have a “stable” income from a remote job for the last year
    • $4,000 per month if you plan to bring family
  • Proof of Health Insurance – Your policy must cover you for the duration of the visa

Additional Costa Rica Digital Nomad Visa Resources

Below are some additional helpful resources to apply for the Costa Rica digital nomad visa.

Find accommodations in Costa Rica with the help of our digital nomad accommodations partners.

Get comprehensive international health insurance from our digital nomad insurance partners.

All of your documents must be translated into Spanish, which you can do with our trusted Spanish translators.

If you’re gathering documents that originate in the US and need an apostille, check out our fast-track apostille partners. (You can even request apostilles from abroad!)

Prepare Your Application

Below are some helpful resources to help you prepare your Costa Rica digital nomad visa application.

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