{"id":7383,"date":"2026-06-08T09:13:36","date_gmt":"2026-06-08T13:13:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/startabroad.com\/?post_type=resource&#038;p=7383"},"modified":"2026-06-09T12:11:46","modified_gmt":"2026-06-09T16:11:46","slug":"costa-rica-digital-nomad-visa-guide","status":"publish","type":"resource","link":"https:\/\/startabroad.com\/es\/resource\/costa-rica-digital-nomad-visa-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"Digital Nomad Visa Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"7383\" class=\"elementor elementor-7383\" data-elementor-post-type=\"resource\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-6d86624 e-con e-atomic-element e-flexbox-base e-6d86624-d22b827 container-inner\" data-id=\"6d86624\" data-element_type=\"e-flexbox\" data-e-type=\"e-flexbox\" data-interaction-id=\"6d86624\">\n    \t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-e04075a elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"e04075a\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tRequirements, Income Thresholds, Timeline, and How to Apply\n\nLive and work remotely from Costa Rica for up to 2 years\u2014without committing to permanent residency.\n\n<hr \/>\n\n<h2>What Is the Costa Rica Digital Nomad Visa?<\/h2>\nThe Costa Rica Digital Nomad Visa allows remote workers, freelancers, and online business owners to legally live in Costa Rica while earning income from outside the country.\n\nThe visa is granted for 12 months, with the option to renew for an additional 12 months, for a total stay of up to 2 years.\n\nUnlike traditional residency visas, this program is:\n<ul>\n \t<li>Faster and simpler to apply for<\/li>\n \t<li>Lighter documentation requirements relative to longer-term temporary residencies<\/li>\n \t<li>Mostly remote (the majority of the application can be completed online, with some caveats)<\/li>\n \t<li>Designed for temporary stays, not long-term residency<\/li>\n<\/ul>\nTo qualify, you must meet the following requirements:\n\n<hr \/>\n\n<h2>Income\nRequirements<\/h2>\n<ul>\n \t<li>$3,000\/month minimum income (individual)<\/li>\n \t<li>$4,000\/month (with dependents)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\nIncome must come from sources outside Costa Rica.\n\n<hr \/>\n\n<h2>Work\nRequirements<\/h2>\nYou must be:\n<ul>\n \t<li>Employed by a foreign company, OR<\/li>\n \t<li>Self-employed with foreign clients<\/li>\n<\/ul>\nYou cannot work for Costa Rican employers.\n\n<hr \/>\n\n<h2>Other\nRequirements<\/h2>\n<ul>\n \t<li>12-months of bank statements demonstrating the requisite level of income<\/li>\n \t<li>Valid passport<\/li>\n \t<li>Proof of health insurance that covers at least $50,000 in medical expenses per applicant<\/li>\n \t<li>Translations of requisite documents by a government-approved translator<\/li>\n \t<li>A Certified Income Statement produced by a Costa Rican accountant<\/li>\n \t<li>Payment of government fees \u2013 approximately $338 per applicant<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<hr \/>\n\n<h2>Dependent\nSpouse<\/h2>\nYou may include your spouse or long-term partner under your Digital Nomad Visa application.\n\nRequirements:\n<ul>\n \t<li>Main applicant earns at least $4,000 per month<\/li>\n \t<li>Proof of relationship (marriage certificate or equivalent legal documentation) with apostille<\/li>\n \t<li>Valid passport<\/li>\n \t<li>Proof of health insurance covering the duration of stay<\/li>\n<\/ul>\nAll documents must be translated into Spanish by a government-approved Costa Rican translator and meet Costa Rican legal requirements (e.g., apostille where applicable).\n\n<hr \/>\n\n<h2>Dependent\nChildren<\/h2>\nDependent children can also be included under your application, allowing families to relocate together.\n\nRequirements:\n<ul>\n \t<li>Children must generally be under 18<\/li>\n \t<li>Proof of relationship (birth certificate) + apostille<\/li>\n \t<li>Valid passport<\/li>\n \t<li>Proof of health insurance coverage<\/li>\n<\/ul>\nThe total income requirement remains $4,000 per month for applicants with dependents, regardless of the number of children.\n\n<hr \/>\n\n<h2>Benefits of the Costa Rica\nDigital Nomad Visa<\/h2>\n<ul>\n \t<li>Live in Costa Rica for up to 2 years with no border runs needed<\/li>\n \t<li>No Costa Rican income tax on foreign earnings<\/li>\n \t<li>Ability to bring spouse and dependents<\/li>\n \t<li>Relatively easy and fast to get<\/li>\n \t<li>Flexibility to enter and exit the country<\/li>\n \t<li>Proof of legal residency if employer requires it<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<hr \/>\n\n<h2>What the Digital Nomad\nVisa Does NOT Allow<\/h2>\n\u274c No employment with Costa Rican companies\n\n\u274c No direct pathway to permanent residency\n\n\u274c Limited to a maximum stay of 2 years\n\nIf you plan to stay long-term, you\u2019ll likely transition to a residency visa (Pensionado, Rentista, or Inversionista).\n\n<hr \/>\n\n<h2>How to Apply for the Costa\nRica Digital Nomad Visa<\/h2>\nThere are four steps to complete the process\n<ol>\n \t<li>Create your online account \u2013 <a href=\"https:\/\/tramiteya.go.cr\/\">https:\/\/tramiteya.go.cr\/<\/a> (1-2 business days)<\/li>\n \t<li>Complete the \u201cFiliation Procedure\u201d (up to 15 business days for approval)<\/li>\n \t<li>Once approved, you have five days to submit your application. This includes but is not limited to:\n<ol>\n \t<li>Translations of bank statements<\/li>\n \t<li>The Certified Income Statement<\/li>\n \t<li>Proof of Consular Registration<\/li>\n \t<li>Proof of payment of $100 government application fee<\/li>\n \t<li>Application form\n<ol>\n \t<li>(this can take between 2-8 weeks to be approved)<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/li>\n \t<li>Once approved, you have 90 days to complete a final in-person appointment in Costa Rica to apply for your DIMEX (ID) card<\/li>\n \t<li>Your card should be ready to pickup 4-8 weeks after your in-person appointment<\/li>\n \t<li>Plan to apply for renewal 4-6 weeks before your DIMEX expires<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n<hr \/>\n\n<h2>Typical\napproval time<\/h2>\n<ul>\n \t<li>Approval timelines vary dramatically. Steps 1 through 3 can take between 3-12 weeks.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-04f113a e-con e-atomic-element e-div-block-base container-inner e-04f113a-dc6e025\" data-id=\"04f113a\" data-element_type=\"e-div-block\" data-e-type=\"e-div-block\" data-interaction-id=\"04f113a\">\n    \t\t\t<p class=\"e-5d621ae-dff910a e-paragraph-base\" data-interaction-id=\"5d621ae\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-id=\"5d621ae\">Learn more about our services? Or to get a quote?<\/p>\n\t\t<a class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-4d79880 e-con e-atomic-element e-div-block-base button-main e-4d79880-1adb7fb\" data-id=\"4d79880\" data-element_type=\"e-div-block\" data-e-type=\"e-div-block\" data-interaction-id=\"4d79880\" href=\"https:\/\/startabroad.com\/es\/contact\/\" target=\"_blank\">\n    \t\t\t<p class=\"e-paragraph-base\" data-interaction-id=\"9dc0bb5\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-id=\"9dc0bb5\">Habla con un experto<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-f370c03-f0ddfeb e-svg-base\" data-interaction-id=\"f370c03\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-id=\"f370c03\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" style=\"width: 100%; height: 100%; overflow: unset;\" width=\"20\" height=\"14\" viewbox=\"0 0 20 14\" fill=\"currentColor\"><path d=\"M20 7L13 14L11.575 12.6L16.175 8L9 8L9 6L16.175 6L11.6 1.4L13 -5.68248e-07L20 7ZM7 8L4 8L4 6L7 6L7 8ZM2 8L-2.62268e-07 8L-3.49691e-07 6L2 6L2 8Z\" fill=\"white\"><\/path><\/svg><\/div>\t\t\n<\/a>\n\n<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-3b0eb1b elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"3b0eb1b\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<hr \/>\n\n<h2>What does it cost to get the Costa Rica Digital Nomad Visa?<\/h2>\n<ul>\n \t<li>Document procurement costs &#8211; varies depending on country of origin and method of procurement<\/li>\n \t<li>Translations &#8211; $25-$35 per page<\/li>\n \t<li>Certified Income Statement &#8211; $200-$300<\/li>\n \t<li>Government application fees &#8211; $338 per applicant<\/li>\n \t<li>Online submission fee &#8211; $13<\/li>\n \t<li>DIMEX fee &#8211; $20-$30<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<hr \/>\n\n<h2>Who Is the Digital Nomad Visa\nBest For?<\/h2>\nThis visa is ideal if you:\n<ul>\n \t<li>Work remotely and want to live abroad temporarily<\/li>\n \t<li>Are moving with a family or pets, and would find the uncertainty and potential issues associated with making frequent border runs disruptive<\/li>\n \t<li>Want to \u201ctest\u201d Costa Rica before committing long-term<\/li>\n \t<li>Will apply for temporary residency, but are waiting to make an investment decision<\/li>\n \t<li>Work for an employer that requires you to have legal residency while you work abroad<\/li>\n \t<li>Prefer a simpler, faster alternative to residency<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<hr \/>\n\n<h2>Digital Nomad Visa vs. Residency\nin Costa Rica<\/h2>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>Feature<\/td>\n<td>Visa para N\u00f3madas Digitales<\/td>\n<td>Temp. Residency (pensionado, rentista, inversionista)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Length<\/td>\n<td>Up to 2 years<\/td>\n<td>Visa good for two years, can be renewed. Eligible for permanent residency after 3 years.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Documentation requirements<\/td>\n<td>Light \u2013\n<ul>\n \t<li>Passport<\/li>\n \t<li>bank statements<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<td>Heavy \u2013\n<ul>\n \t<li>Background check + apostille<\/li>\n \t<li>Birth certificate + apostille<\/li>\n \t<li>Documentation specific to visa type<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Processing<\/td>\n<td>3-12 weeks<\/td>\n<td>8-14 months<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>General cost<\/td>\n<td>$1,400-$1600 for main applicant<\/td>\n<td>$2500-$3000 for main applicant<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Tax<\/td>\n<td>No tax on foreign income<\/td>\n<td>No tax on foreign income<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Pathway to citizenship<\/td>\n<td>No<\/td>\n<td>Yes, after 7 years total residency<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n\n<hr \/>\n\n<h2>Is the Costa Rica Digital Nomad\nVisa Right for You?<\/h2>\nThe Digital Nomad Visa is a strong option if you\u2019re not ready to commit to Costa Rica long-term, if you are a family or are bringing pets, if your employer requires legal residency, if you intend to stay longer but aren\u2019t sure if you want to invest in property yet, and if you want flexibility and speed. If you are committed to staying in Costa Rica longterm and have already selected your pathway (ie: Rentista, Pensionado, or Inversionista), then you could consider applying directly for a temporary residency visa.\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-3801df1 e-con e-atomic-element e-div-block-base container-inner e-3801df1-6dced95\" data-id=\"3801df1\" data-element_type=\"e-div-block\" data-e-type=\"e-div-block\" data-interaction-id=\"3801df1\">\n    \t\t\t<p class=\"e-b531194-e1fa812 e-paragraph-base\" data-interaction-id=\"b531194\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-id=\"b531194\">\u00bfQu\u00e9 pa\u00eds es el adecuado para m\u00ed?<\/p>\n\t\t<a class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-3ca1b48 e-con e-atomic-element e-div-block-base button-main e-3ca1b48-00f3abe\" data-id=\"3ca1b48\" data-element_type=\"e-div-block\" data-e-type=\"e-div-block\" data-interaction-id=\"3ca1b48\" href=\"https:\/\/startabroad.involve.me\/which-country-should-you-live-in-quiz\" target=\"_blank\">\n    \t\t\t<p class=\"e-paragraph-base\" data-interaction-id=\"8064a00\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-id=\"8064a00\">Haz la prueba<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-7fa33a7-8b28a6e e-svg-base\" data-interaction-id=\"7fa33a7\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-id=\"7fa33a7\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" style=\"width: 100%; height: 100%; overflow: unset;\" width=\"20\" height=\"14\" viewbox=\"0 0 20 14\" fill=\"currentColor\"><path d=\"M20 7L13 14L11.575 12.6L16.175 8L9 8L9 6L16.175 6L11.6 1.4L13 -5.68248e-07L20 7ZM7 8L4 8L4 6L7 6L7 8ZM2 8L-2.62268e-07 8L-3.49691e-07 6L2 6L2 8Z\" fill=\"white\"><\/path><\/svg><\/div>\t\t\n<\/a>\n\n<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-aee71d9 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"aee71d9\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<hr \/>\n<h2>Next Steps<\/h2>\nIf you\u2019re considering Costa Rica,<br \/>we can help you:\n\n<ul>\n\t<li>Choose the right visa for your situation<\/li>\n\t<li>Structure your application correctly from the start<\/li>\n\t<li>Manage the application process for you to ensure that everything goes as smoothly and efficiently as possible<\/li>\n<\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-af61284 e-con e-atomic-element e-div-block-base container-inner e-af61284-9a63f94\" data-id=\"af61284\" data-element_type=\"e-div-block\" data-e-type=\"e-div-block\" data-interaction-id=\"af61284\">\n    \t\t\t<p class=\"e-a747ff5-1ab9340 e-paragraph-base\" data-interaction-id=\"a747ff5\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-id=\"a747ff5\">Learn more about how we can support you<\/p>\n\t\t<a class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-065d696 e-con e-atomic-element e-div-block-base button-main e-065d696-1784baa\" data-id=\"065d696\" data-element_type=\"e-div-block\" data-e-type=\"e-div-block\" data-interaction-id=\"065d696\" href=\"https:\/\/startabroad.com\/es\/services-costa-rica\/\" target=\"_blank\">\n    \t\t\t<p class=\"e-paragraph-base\" data-interaction-id=\"aea3995\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-id=\"aea3995\">Ver Servicios<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-6d5bcf6-f940c55 e-svg-base\" data-interaction-id=\"6d5bcf6\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-id=\"6d5bcf6\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" style=\"width: 100%; height: 100%; overflow: unset;\" width=\"20\" height=\"14\" viewbox=\"0 0 20 14\" fill=\"currentColor\"><path d=\"M20 7L13 14L11.575 12.6L16.175 8L9 8L9 6L16.175 6L11.6 1.4L13 -5.68248e-07L20 7ZM7 8L4 8L4 6L7 6L7 8ZM2 8L-2.62268e-07 8L-3.49691e-07 6L2 6L2 8Z\" fill=\"white\"><\/path><\/svg><\/div>\t\t\n<\/a>\n\n<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-a24770a elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"a24770a\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<hr \/>\n\n<h2>Frequently asked questions: Costa Rica\u2019s Digital Nomad Visa<\/h2>\n<h3>What is the Costa Rica Digital Nomad Visa?<\/h3>\nThe Costa Rica Digital Nomad Visa allows remote workers, freelancers, and online business owners to live legally in Costa Rica for up to 2 years while earning income from outside the country. It&#8217;s faster and simpler to obtain than traditional residency visas, making it one of the most popular options for location-independent workers who want to experience Costa Rica without committing to permanent residency.\n<h3>What is the income requirement for the Costa Rica Digital Nomad Visa?<\/h3>\nYou must earn at least $3,000 per month if applying as an individual, or $4,000 per month if you&#8217;re bringing dependents. All income must come from sources outside Costa Rica \u2014 a foreign employer, foreign clients, or an online business with non-Costa Rican customers. The $4,000 threshold applies regardless of how many dependents you include.\n<h3>What counts as qualifying income for the Digital Nomad Visa?<\/h3>\nQualifying income includes salary from a foreign employer, freelance or consulting income from foreign clients, and revenue from an online business serving customers outside Costa Rica. You&#8217;ll need 12 months of bank statements demonstrating consistent income at or above the required threshold, plus a Certified Income Statement produced by a Costa Rican accountant. Income earned from Costa Rican sources does not qualify.\n<h3>Can I include my spouse and children on my Digital Nomad Visa?<\/h3>\nYes. Your spouse or long-term partner and dependent children under 18 can all be included under your application. Including any dependents raises the income threshold to $4,000\/month \u2014 but that same $4,000 covers your entire family regardless of how many children you bring. Each dependent needs proof of relationship (apostilled marriage certificate or birth certificate), a valid passport, and qualifying health insurance.\n<h3>What documents do I need to apply for the Costa Rica Digital Nomad Visa?<\/h3>\nThe core requirements are:\n<ul>\n \t<li>Valid passport<\/li>\n \t<li>12 months of bank statements showing qualifying income<\/li>\n \t<li>Certified Income Statement from a Costa Rican accountant<\/li>\n \t<li>Proof of health insurance covering at least $50,000 in medical expenses per applicant<\/li>\n \t<li>Proof of Consular Registration<\/li>\n \t<li>Spanish translations of required documents by a government-approved Costa Rican translator<\/li>\n \t<li>Government application fee payment (~$338 per applicant)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\nCompared to long-term residency visas, the documentation requirements are relatively light \u2014 notably, no apostilled background check or birth certificate is required for the main applicant.\n<h3>Do I need health insurance to get the Digital Nomad Visa?<\/h3>\nYes. Each applicant \u2014 including dependents \u2014 must have proof of health insurance covering at least $50,000 in medical expenses for the duration of their stay. This is a hard requirement, not optional. Private international health insurance plans commonly used by expats typically meet this threshold.\n<h3>How long does it take to get the Costa Rica Digital Nomad Visa?<\/h3>\nThe process has several stages, and timelines vary. Creating your online account and completing the initial &#8220;Filiation Procedure&#8221; takes up to 2\u20133 weeks. Once approved, you have 5 days to submit your full application, which can take another 2\u20138 weeks to be approved. After approval, you have 90 days to complete an in-person appointment in Costa Rica to apply for your DIMEX card, which takes an additional 4\u20138 weeks to be ready. In total, steps 1 through 3 can take anywhere from 3\u201312 weeks, making it significantly faster than traditional residency visas.\n<h3>How much does the Costa Rica Digital Nomad Visa cost?<\/h3>\nFor a single applicant, total costs typically run $1,400\u2013$1,600. Main expenses include the government application fee ($338), a Certified Income Statement from a Costa Rican accountant ($200\u2013$300), document translations ($25\u2013$35 per page), an online submission fee ($13), and the DIMEX card ($20\u2013$30). Document procurement costs vary by country of origin. Families should budget for per-applicant fees for each dependent.\n<h3>How do I apply for the Costa Rica Digital Nomad Visa?<\/h3>\nThe application is mostly completed online through Costa Rica&#8217;s official portal at tramiteya.go.cr. The process has four main stages: creating your account and completing the Filiation Procedure, submitting your full application with documents once approved, completing a final in-person appointment in Costa Rica to obtain your DIMEX card, and then renewing before your card expires. Plan to begin the renewal process 4\u20136 weeks before your DIMEX expiration date.\n<h3>Can I work for a Costa Rican company on the Digital Nomad Visa?<\/h3>\nNo. The Digital Nomad Visa explicitly prohibits employment with Costa Rican employers. You can only earn income from foreign sources \u2014 a foreign employer, international clients, or a foreign-facing online business. If you want to work locally or for a Costa Rican company, you would need a different immigration status.\n<h3>Will I owe Costa Rican income tax on my earnings?<\/h3>\nNo. One of the most significant benefits of the Digital Nomad Visa is that your foreign income is not subject to Costa Rican income tax. Costa Rica only taxes income earned within the country, so as long as your income originates outside Costa Rica, you won&#8217;t owe anything locally. You will still need to file a U.S. tax return and report your worldwide income, though the Foreign Earned Income Exclusion may significantly reduce what you owe.\n<h3>Does the Digital Nomad Visa lead to permanent residency or citizenship?<\/h3>\nNo \u2014 this is the most important limitation to understand before applying. The Digital Nomad Visa is capped at a maximum stay of 2 years and does not count toward permanent residency or citizenship eligibility. If your plan is to stay in Costa Rica long-term, you&#8217;ll need to transition to a traditional residency visa (Pensionado, Rentista, or Inversionista) to start building toward permanent residency and eventual citizenship.\n<h3>Should I get the Digital Nomad Visa or apply directly for temporary residency?<\/h3>\nIt depends on your situation. The Digital Nomad Visa makes the most sense if you want to move quickly, aren&#8217;t ready to commit long-term, need legal status for an employer, or want time to make an investment or real estate decision before choosing a residency pathway. Traditional temporary residency (Pensionado, Rentista, or Inversionista) takes 8\u201314 months to process but leads to permanent residency and citizenship. If you&#8217;re already certain about staying in Costa Rica long-term and know your visa pathway, you could skip the Digital Nomad Visa and apply for residency directly \u2014 though many people use the DNV as a bridge while their residency application is in process.\n<h3>Can I do border runs instead of getting the Digital Nomad Visa?<\/h3>\nTechnically, Americans can enter Costa Rica as tourists and stay up to 180 days, then exit and re-enter. Some people do this for short stays. However, frequent border runs create legal uncertainty, can be disruptive for families and pets, and don&#8217;t provide the proof of legal status that some remote employers require. The Digital Nomad Visa eliminates all of that uncertainty for a relatively modest cost and effort \u2014 making it the better choice for anyone planning to stay more than a few months.\n<h3>Can I renew the Costa Rica Digital Nomad Visa?<\/h3>\nYes, once. The visa is initially granted for 12 months and can be renewed for one additional 12-month period, for a maximum total stay of 2 years. After that, you must either transition to a long-term residency visa or leave Costa Rica. Begin the renewal process 4\u20136 weeks before your DIMEX card expires to avoid any gap in legal status.\n<h3>What happens after my Digital Nomad Visa expires?<\/h3>\nYou have several options. If you&#8217;ve decided Costa Rica is right for you, you can apply for a long-term temporary residency visa (Pensionado, Rentista, or Inversionista) \u2014 ideally well before your DNV expires, since residency processing takes 8\u201314 months. Some people begin their residency application while still on their Digital Nomad Visa to minimize any gap. 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