Living in Costa Rica
Make the decision with clarity, not assumptions.
Moving to Costa Rica is not a lifestyle experiment—it is a legal, financial, and personal decision that unfolds over years. The All Points Guide: Living in Costa Rica is designed for people who want to understand how the country actually works before committing time, money, or long-term plans.
What This Guide Helps You Decide
This guide focuses on residency pathways, healthcare access, housing realities, cost structures, and everyday logistics so readers can evaluate Costa Rica as a place to live—not just visit.
Rather than offering anecdotes or inspiration, it connects legal, financial, and lifestyle considerations so decisions are made deliberately and with eyes open.
Who This Guide Is For
This guide is written for people seriously considering Costa Rica as a place to live— whether relocating full-time, working remotely, retiring, or comparing multiple countries. It is designed for readers who value clear explanations, realistic expectations, and structured information.
It may not be a fit for travelers seeking short-term itineraries or vacation planning.
The All Points Guide® Philosophy
All Points Guide® is built on a simple principle: major life decisions deserve structured information, not momentum or surface-level impressions.
Rather than telling readers where they should live, the guides focus on how countries actually function—legally, financially, and culturally—so decisions are aligned with real-world tradeoffs.
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