Costa Rica Services
Costa Rica Relocation Services
Everything you need for your move to Costa Rica. All in one place.
Moving to Costa Rica can be overwhelming.
With StartAbroad, it doesn't need to be
Concierge service
Don’t worry about a thing with StartAbroad’s white-glove concierge relocation service
$4,450.00
Pay 70% upfront, and 30% after arrival in Costa Rica
Price does not include: government application fees, costs associated with working with a tax, real estate, or shipping vendor, costs of procuring visa related documents, etc.
Concierge Relocation Support
Skip the stress and hassle of an international move, and let your dedicated relocation agent handle everything!
Includes:
- Processing and management of Pensionado, Rentista, or Inversionista, visa for main applicant
- Full Car Purchase service
- Single point-of-contact relocation specialist who will support you through 30 days after your arrival in Costa Rica
- One-on-one, 30-minute video conference calls with dedicated relocation specialist throughout the relocation process at your discretion
- Dedicated relocation specialist available via Concierge Client WhatsApp Line anytime during business hours throughout the move process
- Dedicated relocation specialist available for up to 30 days months after move
- Airport pick-up upon arrival in Costa Rica
- Tour of new hometown upon arrival by an English-speaking guide
- Full medical planning support, including: insurance, medications, specialists, and emergency planning
- Guidance on local and foreign banking options
- Guidance on managing phone, mail, and banking needs
- Connection to vetted specialists, including: tax experts, shipping specialists, insurance brokers, and more
- Rental Search Support (if needed)
- Support identifying properties or investments + connection to vetted buyer's agent (if needed)
- Pet relocation checklist + recommendations on vetted providers (if needed)
*Includes visa application for one Inversionista, Pensionado, or Rentista applicant.
Optional add-ons
- Add temporary residency application for accompanying adult members for $1450.00
- Add temporary residency application for underage minor for $950.00
Bundled support
Realize savings of up to 15% with our comprehensive support packages
*Price does not include: cost of procuring documents, cost of getting documents apostilled, or government application fees
Residency Relocation Package
If you are applying for temporary residency in Costa Rica, we have every aspect of your move covered!
Includes:
- *Temporary residency application for main applicant processed by experienced Costa Rican immigration attorney
- Full Car Purchase service (see below for more details)
- Airport pickup upon arrival in Costa Rica
- Single point-of-contact relocation specialist who will support you throughout the move process
- Four one-on-one, 30-minute video conference calls with your dedicated relocation specialist
- Dedicated relocation specialist available via Concierge Client WhatsApp Line during business hours throughout the move process
- Relocation specialist available via WhatsApp line for 30 days after the move
- Detailed, tailored pre-arrival checklist
- Connections to vetted, experienced tax specialists, shipping experts, real estate buyer's agent, and health insurance broker (as needed)
- Pet relocation checklist + connection to vetted providers (if needed)
- $20 off additional 30-minute coaching calls
*Includes visa application for one Inversionista, Pensionado, or Rentista applicant.
Optional add-ons
- Add temporary residency application for accompanying adult members for $1450.00
- Add temporary residency application for underage minor for $950.00
*Price does not include: cost of procuring documents, cost of getting documents apostilled, or government application fees
Costa Rica Digital Nomad Package
Skip the bureaucracy and the hassle. We’ll manage your Digital Nomad Visa applications, help you buy a car, find you a great rental, and much more!
Includes:
- Full Digital Nomad Visa Application Support service for main applicant (see below for more details)
- Procurement of Certified Income Statement from accredited Costa Rican accountant
- Full Car Purchase service (see below for more details)
- Full Rental Search service (see below for more details)
- Airport pickup upon arrival in Costa Rica
- Single point-of-contact relocation specialist who will support you throughout the move process
- Five one-on-one, 30-minute video conference calls with your dedicated relocation specialist
- Detailed, tailored pre-arrival checklist
- Dedicated specialist available via email anytime during the move process
- Connections to vetted, experienced tax specialists, real estate buyer's agent, and health insurance broker (as needed)
- 50% off on DNV renewal after 1 year
Optional add-ons
- Add Digital Nomad Visa Application management for dependent family member for $315.00
- Add Pet Relocation Checklist + 30 minute Pet Relocation Consultation Call for $115.00
Not sure what type of support you need?
Speak with an international relocation specialist for free
A la carte support
Get exactly the support you need with our a la carte support
*Price does not include: cost of procuring documents, cost of getting documents apostilled, or government application fees
Digital Nomad Visa Application Support
Skip the hassle and mistakes. Let us handle getting you your visa.
Includes:
- Digital Nomad Visa application submission for Main Applicant
- Official translation of all required documents by a certified translator
- Guidance on assembling required documentation + apostille process
- In-person submission of government fees
- Scheduling of final in-person appointment
- Accompaniment by StartAbroad agent during Step 4 appointment (San Jose area only)
Optional add-ons
- Add application management for dependent family member for $315.00
- Add procurement of Certified Income Statement from accredited Costa Rican accountant for $175.00
$875.00
Car Purchase Support
The car market in Costa Rica can be difficult to navigate. It doesn’t need to be.
Includes:
- 30-minute consultation with a relocation specialist to preview the purchasing process, discuss your budget, and make recommendations
- Detailed checklist + guide to the car purchasing process so that you know what to expect
- Up to 40 listings pulled during the long-list process
- Coordination of four in-person car inspections with a trusted mechanic
- Price negotiation on your behalf with the seller
- Connection to a vetted attorney to complete the transaction, plus guidance through the closing process
$750.00
Rental Search
Need help finding a rental in Costa Rica? We’ve got you covered.
Includes:
- 30-minute consultation with a relocation specialist to decide the best town or neighborhood for you
- Long-listing of up to 50 apartments or houses for your review
- Video walk-throughs of up to 3 houses or apartments
- Negotiation on your behalf with home-owner
- Translation and review of the lease
- Support to close the transaction
$500.00
Costa Rical Arrival Support
Don’t worry about a thing on the day of your arrival. We will make the first day of your new life as smooth as possible.
Includes:
- Pick-up from airport upon arrival by an English-speaking driver, drop-off at location of your choosing
- 30-minute, one-on-call call with a relocation expert in the lead-up to your arrival
- Detailed pre-arrival checklist
- Guidance on getting a local sim and setting up your phone
- 1-hour tour of your new town / neighborhood to learn: where to get groceries, popular restaurants, etc.
$475.00
Exploratory Trip Planning
Take the right kind of trip to learn what life would be like in a new country.
Includes:
- 45-minute consultation with a relocation specialist to discuss the best locations for your lifestyle & family
- Custom itinerary for a self-guided trip to your target destinations
- Trip reservations and related travel bookings: accommodation and transport
- On-call services available throughout the trip
- 30-minute post-trip consultation to discuss best next steps in order to realize your move
Coaching Calls
Speak with an expert for 30 or 60 minutes on any topic related to your move to Costa Rica.
Includes:
- Let us know what you'd like to discuss.
- A relocation expert will answer all of your questions during your scheduled call.
Frequently asked questions
Can you put me in touch with a specialist?
Yes. While StartAbroad’s services are designed to be your one-stop-shop, if you would like to speak with a shipping specialist, medical provider, tax professional, or attorney that can manage your Inversionista, Rentista, or Pensionado visa, please send us an email at [email protected], and we can put you in touch with a vetted service
Your bundles aren't exactly what I'm looking for. Can I create a custom bundle?
Yes. Clients realize savings when they book two or more services via our bundled approach. While we do have standard bundles — including our Concierge Relocation Support and Digital Nomad Bundle — which meet many of our clients’ needs, if those bundles do not cover the type of support you are looking for, we will work with you to create a bundle of support services tailored specifically to you.
I just need to speak with an expert. Do you offer consultation calls?
Yes. We offer free 15-minute consultation calls. If you would like to spend more time on a call with an international relocation specialist, we offer coaching calls for 30 or 60 minutes.
Costa Rica client reviews
We would highly recommend using StartAbroad for your relocation needs… [Their relocation] program is very comprehensive and they anticipated our every needs to make sure that our move went smoothly.
We would have made many mistakes on our own… [StartAbroad was] worth every penny and now looking back we can’t imagine having made this move without their assistance.
Clay & Sarah (& Sam)
Costa Rica Concierge Clients
It was an ultimate pleasure working with StartAboard, from start to finish they took care of every minor detail. Their service took loads of pressure off my hands as you can imagine all the small details and variables you have to consider when moving to a different country.
I would highly recommend StartAboard if you are looking to relocate.
Reggie W.
Costa Rica Concierge Client
[The team at] StartAbroad were absolutely fantastic… These guys saved our family so much time – it’s quite difficult to quantify the value of their service. One thing for sure, for the small amount that they charged us for facilitating our digital nomad visas – in comparison to the huge amount of time we saved, is substantial!
Very pleasant to work with, very professional, clearly they care very much about what they are doing and their work reflects this.
Mateo
Digital Nomad Visa Support
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