Costa Rica is a small country in Central America, which has become more attractive for starting a business in recent years. The political situation is stable, the infrastructure is well developed, and the economy is growing, making Costa Rica a promising location for business activities.
When setting up a business in Costa Rica, it’s important to carefully follow local laws and regulations and plan accordingly. The process begins with the company choosing a suitable legal form. In Costa Rica, there are several options to choose from, such as the Sociedad Anónima (SA) for public limited companies or the Sociedad de Responsabilidad Limitada (SRL) for limited liability companies.
An important step in setting up a business is to register the company with the Registro Nacional (National Register) and apply for a tax number (Número de Identificación Tributaria, NIT for short) from the Ministry of Finance. Local authorities also usually require a plan of the business as well as other documents to prove the trustworthiness and sustainability of the project.
Typically, it costs less than $2,000 to set up a company. You have to specify a local representative and a place of business, preferably at the location of the future office. Contact us and we will be happy to set up your company for you.
Companies in Costa Rica enjoy the same capital protection as local citizens as well as tax advantages: income and profits from abroad are tax-free. Especially for companies that want to export goods and services, various free trade zones in the country offer advantageous conditions for export promotion.
Overall, setting up a company in Costa Rica is a promising opportunity to benefit from the positive economic developments in the region while operating in a country with enchanting nature and a pleasant lifestyle.
It is also often an advantage in the lucrative tourist rental deals in Costa Rica.
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