Costa Rica Landfill Plan in Mora Faces New Land-Use Challenge
Residents and lawmakers are challenging a new land-use approval for the long-disputed Parque Industrial Jateo waste project in Picagres, Mora.
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Gloria Trevi Conquers Costa Rica: Dancing, Tears, and Electric Energy at Parque Viva
After more than 15 years away, Mexican pop icon Gloria Trevi made a triumphant return to Costa Rica, converting the Parque Viva Amphitheater into a massive celebration of dance, nostalgia, and emotion. Demand for her return was so overwhelming that after the first date on October 3 sold out almost instantly…
Costa Rica Among Only Two Latin American Countries Where Most Say Nation Is on Right Track
Costa Rica stands out in the 2026 Latinobarómetro, with 57% saying the country is heading in the right direction and 90% satisfied with life.
Costa Rica Authorities Find Dock Inside Protected Río Tárcoles Area
SINAC found a 148-meter walkway and dock extending into a protected Río Tárcoles area and says possible mangrove damage could lead to legal action.
IMN Issues Alert: Costa Rica Faces 95% Soil Saturation and Weekend Storms
The National Meteorological Institute (IMN) has issued a warning as the Intertropical Convergence Zone (ITCZ) continues to create unstable weather conditions across Costa Rica. Meteorologists advise residents and local authorities to take heightened precautions due to soils reaching saturation levels above 95% in key…
Termatalia 2026: Costa Rica Showcases Sustainable Sensory Journey
OURENSE, Galicia, Spain — Costa Rica’s natural beauty is traditionally defined by its lush rainforests, volcanic landscapes, and pristine coastline. However, at Termatalia 2026 in Ourense, the Central American nation introduced international travelers and industry professionals to an entirely different way of…
Costa Rica Faces Haiti at a Packed Saprissa With Bryan Ruiz’s Future Undecided
Costa Rica vs Haiti closes the Nations League group stage tonight at a nearly sold-out Saprissa, in what may be Bryan Ruiz's last game as interim coach.
Can environmentalism in Costa Rica learn lessons from the past?
Costa Rica rebuilt its forests and became a global conservation leader. Can lessons from that success help protect its environmental legacy today?
Heavy Rains Threaten Costa Rica’s Cacao Harvest in the Caribbean
Heavy rains in Costa Rica’s Caribbean region are damaging cacao flowers, increasing disease risks and threatening harvests in the months ahead.
Costa Rica Hotel Project Faces Environmental Damage Allegations
A criminal complaint alleges environmental damage and sediment runoff at a luxury Hilton-branded hotel project in Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica.
Who Pays Tax on Rent in Costa Rica? The Numbers Don’t Add Up
Costa Rica counts 360,000 rented homes but only 32,373 registered rental income taxpayers, a figure that has barely moved since 2020.
UCR Student Formulates Innovative Eco-Friendly Tablet Disinfectant
Eddie Alvarado Elizondo, a Chemical Engineering student at the University of Costa Rica (UCR), has created a compact, eco-friendly tablet disinfectant solution for his graduation project at the institution’s Pilot Plant. Developed alongside the Natural Products Research Center (Ciprona) and the UCR School of…
GBP/JPY Outlook: What the Latest BoJ Decision Means for Markets
The latest Bank of Japan decision has created a fresh shift in the pound-yen market. The central bank raised its policy rate, but the Japanese yen weakened instead of gaining further strength. This has made the GBPJPY outlook more interesting, as markets are now watching what the decision means for future Japanese…
Heredia to Celebrate Its Rich Coffee Heritage with Free Community Fair
The Municipality of Heredia is hosting the Feria del Café con Memoria Herediana 2026 this Sunday, October 4, from 11:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the Campo Ferial La Perla. The event is free, inclusive, and open to the public. Designed to connect residents and visitors with the canton’s deep-rooted coffee history, the…
Interview: When Living in Costa Rica Transforms the Way You See the World
For James Homan, Costa Rica was never just a tourist destination or a passing experience. It was the place where he learned to navigate public buses, worked as a teacher, connected with families from all walks of life, and built a life with the woman who is now his wife. Born in New Hampshire—a small
Guanacaste Airport and ICT Announce Two New Southwest Routes from Austin and Nashville
Guanacaste Airport, a member of the VINCI Airports network, announces new operations by Southwest Airlines from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) and Nashville International Airport (BNA) during 2027. The direct route from Austin (AUS) will operate on Saturdays and Sundays between June 5 and August 1, 2027…
What is FOMO When Buying Property in Costa Rica?
What is FOMO? According to the popular website Wikipedia, Fear of missing out is the feeling of apprehension that one is either not in the know or missing out on information, experiences, or life decisions that could make one’s life better. FOMO is also associated with a fear of regret, which may lead to concerns that…
Learn About The Digital Nomad Visa Option for Costa Rica
The long-awaited Digital Nomad visa option: Last year, the government announced the Digital Nomad visa option for legally staying past the traditional 90-day visa in Costa Rica. While, in principle, a viable option for those seeking to live and work virtually in Costa Rica for 1 or 2 years without having to do onerous…
The Residency Process in Costa Rica 2022
By Laura Gutierrez of Immigration Help Costa Rica What follows is a much-needed update on situations that stressfully impacted ex-pat migrants at the various stages of the residency process. We are emerging from two mutually exclusive events. The end of covid (sort of) and the installation of a new government handed a…
How do you Choose Where to Live in Costa Rica?
By Laura Gutierrez of Immigration Help Costa Rica How to choose where to live in Costa Rica. So, you are contemplating a move to Costa Rica after being intrigued by the promise of its unique beauty and livability. Going back to 1500, Christopher Columbus gave it the name which translates into “Rich Coast.” It had…
Renewal of your DIMEX/Residency Card for Expats in Costa Rica
By Laura Gutierrez of Immigration Help Costa Rica DIMEX Renewals: This information is a bit dated, but since many of you are still emailing me about renewals of your DIMEX (residency) cards, I thought it timely to post this review. Due to urgent needs to be outside of Costa Rica during COVID, some of you had/have not…
The New 49th President Will Make it Easier to Immigrate and Move to Costa Rica
By Laura Gutierrez of Immigration Help Costa Rica Until 2018, the immigration (residency) process was relatively straightforward. Even though the DGME (Immigration) mandate was to process correctly prepared and submitted applications in 90 days, they went past that deadline. Still, my application approvals (and that…
Eminent Domain and Land Expropriation in Costa Rica
This article is based on a personal experience. In Costa Rica there is an Expropriation Law, designed for when the Government needs to use all or part of private property for public purposes. As examples we have when a new highway or road is built or expanded, when it is necessary to install high power lines…
Caja Costs Spike for Expats in Costa Rica
By Laura Gutierrez of Immigration Help Costa Rica CAJA sticker shock. For those who don’t yet know, one of the requirements for residency here in Costa Rica is that you must enroll in our national healthcare system (CAJA) upon approval of your residency application. You will be means-tested to assess “fairly” what you…