1. Valid passport for all persons listed on application. Passport must show that it is valid for a minimum of 6 months from the time of application.
b. "Certificate of Good Conduct" from applicant’s local police department
c. Marriage certificate, if married.
d. If applicant has previously changed nationality, that specific "certificate of naturalization" must be presented.
e. Proof that applicant has made an investment(s) for a minimum of US$200,000 in an Government approved investment here in Costa Rica (Currently the purchase of one’s home is considered a suitable investment). This proof must be produced here in Costa Rica by the accountant of the company you have invested in or, in the event of a private purchase of a home, proof provided by a legal professional accountant. GSE can provide you with contact name and costs.
Within the application process, each adult will be required to provide GSE for furtherance to the Department of Immigration the following information.
Information does not have to be consularized or Apostiled.
If convenient, please submit to us in Spanish.
1. Full Name, 2. Nationality, 3. Occupation, 4. Name of your Father, 5. Name of your Mother, 6. Name of your Spouse, 7. Race, 8. Color of your eyes, 9. Color of your hair, 10. Your height (in meters), 11. Your weight (in kilos), 12. Marital Status, 13. Place of Birth, 14. Date of Birth, 15. Original Entry Date into Costa Rica, 16. Point of Entry into Costa Rica, 17. Physical Address in Costa Rica, 18. Telephone number in Costa Rica.
All documents must have been issued within the past 6 months.
Items listed under "a" through "d" must be forwarded to the State's Secretary of State of the state that issued these documents for Apostille (French for Certification). Upon return to you, bring or send these documents to GSE here in Costa Rica.
In addition to our charges for above services, the applicant remains responsible for the compulsory Immigration deposit of US$300.00 per individual, payable at time of receipt of the “cedula(s)”, plus the cost of the National Health Program which is to be paid annually and which cost is based on income and number of people in family.
We will be pleased to assist you with your requirement and to provide you with a quote for our services.