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As of 01.01.2023, the Federal Office of Administration is no longer responsible for theIssuance of apostilles on federal documents and final certificationsfor the purpose of legalization at foreign representations. From 01.01.2023, please contact the: Federal Office for Foreign AffairsApostilles and Receivables Management UnitChurchyard Street 1-214776 Brandenburg an der Havel Email:fp-apostillen_endbeglaubigungen@zentrale.auswaertiges-amt.de Hotline: 030 – 184730 16500Tuesday […]

From April 1, 2022, the previously mandatory completion of the “Pase de Salud” will be abolished. As of that date, proof of health insurance or vaccination is no longer required. As of the same date, capacity restrictions in hotels and restaurants will also be eliminated.

Excerpt from the changes: The investment volume will be reduced from US$ 200,000 to US$ 150,000 Exemption from income tax (impuesto sobre la renta) for the funds required for the purchase Duration of the support measures: 5 years after the law comes into force The amendments to the law were passed in parliament in June […]

Lothar Kahl Immobilien (LKI) answers questions from people who want to live in Costa Rica, are looking for a property or are planning to start a business. Real Estate FAQ Costa Rica Question: Is it true that the road toll (Marchamo) will be reduced by 50% for 2021? LKI: No. The following reductions apply for […]

Since October 30, 28 representatives of travel agencies and tourism companies from Spain, the Netherlands, Germany, France and Great Britain have been touring “the Switzerland of Central America“. Costa Rica: Travel agencies from Europe explore the country The aim is to explore accommodation options, tours, typical local dishes and local attractions. The group will stay […]

Lothar Kahl Immobilien (LKI) answers questions from people who want to live in Costa Rica, are looking for a property or are planning to start a business. Real Estate FAQ Costa Rica Question: Protest marches and road blockades in peaceful Pura Vida country. What is it actually about? LKI: Financial mismanagement and waste in Costa […]

As of October 26, visitors arriving in Costa Rica will not have to present proof of a negative PCR coronavirus test, Tourism Minister Gustavo Segura announced today. Costa Rica: Corona test no longer required on entry The change comes after Costa Rica opened its airports to international visitors for the first time three months ago. […]

Lothar Kahl Immobilien (LKI) answers questions from people who want to live in Costa Rica, are looking for a property or are planning to start a business. Real Estate FAQ Costa Rica Question: Do pensioners and retirees have to pay tax on their pension payments in Costa Rica? LKI: No. Pensioners and retirees in Costa […]

Costa Rica is easing driving restrictions on weekends from Saturday, October 17, 2020. All vehicles will then be allowed on the roads on Saturdays and Sundays from 5 a.m. to 9 p.m., regardless of their license plate number. Costa Rica relaxes driving bans at weekends The driving bans within the week continue to apply unchanged(see […]

Sea turtle eggs are considered a delicacy in many places, which makes the nests a target for poachers. In Asian countries in particular, but also in Central America, the eggs are sold at markets, restaurants and bars. Costa Rica: Using GPS fake eggs against egg thieves In order to find out the smuggling routes of […]

Costa Rica leaves the beaches open longer. Tourism Minister Gustavo Segura has now announced that the country’s beaches will remain open from 5 a.m. to 10 p.m. on weekdays and from 5 a.m. to 8 p.m. on weekends from October 15. Costa Rica: Sunsets on the beach allowed again The opening hours coincide with the […]

The driving bans in October are the same as in September. This means that vehicles are allowed to drive for five days and not drive for two days according to the last digit of the license plate(more: https://larestriccion.com/). Costa Rica: Driving restrictions in October Driving bans from Monday to Friday: Monday: 1 and 2, Tuesday: 3 […]

Costa Rica closes its borders for foreigners. Starting Wednesday, March 18 (11:59 p.m.), only Costa Ricans and foreigners living in the country are allowed to enter Costa Rica. Costa Rica: Entry ban for foreigners starting Wednesday The regulation applies until Sunday, April 12, 2020 (11:59 p.m.), and affects air, land and sea borders. In addition, […]

The opening the APM Container Terminal in Moin (Limón) in February 2019 could well be the beginning of a new era in the province of Limón. Costa Rica: Is a new era breaking in Limón? The megaport has to pay about 30 million dollars a year to the province. It may even be more, depending […]

P., 68, had already had the twinge in the right half of his chest in Switzerland. As a co-driver in the field, the window was often down, so that a more or less strong wind was constantly blowing on his body. When he got home, he drank cold milk. That helped, the pain went away. […]