LolaNayeli
American looking for information about Costa Rica
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American
Speaks English Some Spanish
Registration: 06 March 2018
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Visa Application? by LolaNayeli
Hi.... I am moving to Costa Rica in 6 weeks to work at an international school. I have submitted all of the necessary paperwork, and have an appointment to pick up my visas for myself and my family at the Costa Rican Consulate tomorrow. I do still ...
Thank you... the application is actually in Spanish and in English. It's a Tourist Visa application, which they told me to complete in order to enter the country with 1-way tickets. My work visa will be processed once I get there. Read More
Visa Application?
Hi.... I am moving to Costa Rica in 6 weeks to work at an international school. I have submitted all of the necessary paperwork, and have an appointment to pick up my visas for myself and my family at the Costa Rican Consulate tomorrow. I do still ... Read More
Child care in San Jose by Armand
Hi, when settling in a new country, working parents are mostly concerned about finding child care services for their children. What can you share with us about the child care system in San Jose ? How much is daycare in San Jose ? Is the ...
Also, I've found the best way to get in touch with the preescolars is via Facebook chat. They respond quickly that way, and then are happy to send brochures and rate sheets through e-mail. Read More
Child care in San Jose by Armand
Hi, when settling in a new country, working parents are mostly concerned about finding child care services for their children. What can you share with us about the child care system in San Jose ? How much is daycare in San Jose ? Is the ...
I've been doing research on childcare for my 2 year old. There are many private preescolars, often taking children from as young as 6 months up through Kinder (more like PreK in the states). My 2 year old would be in a "maternal", ... Read More
Cooking like a local in Costa Rica by Priscilla
Hello, Enjoying the local food of your expat country is great, but learning to cook the dishes yourself is even better. Please share what it's like cooking like a local in Costa Rica. What are some of the most popular local dishes that are ...
Even though I haven't moved yet, I have loved the food in Costa Rica each time I've visited. I think casado is the best thing since sliced bread. A plate of rice, delicious black beans, plantains, squash and meat? Whole fresh fish? Yes, I ... Read More
New members of the Costa Rica forum, introduce yourselves here - 2018 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Costa Rica forum? Don’t know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more ...
Hi, Pebs, I think I will be your neighbor. The school/ housing is on the Alajuela side, but really close to Heredia. Read More
Health insurance for family members by RichardHol
Hello. We are moving to Costa Rica due to my work contract. I have learned that my wife and two children are not going to have a medical insurance paid by company (37+9+3 years). I would like to get an idea of how much is it going to cost for them ...
I'll ask HR about it again. They've sent me a list of docs to get apostillated, but told me to bring them with me. The benefits sheet clearly says that local health care coverage is in effect upon arrival. Read More
Health insurance for family members by RichardHol
Hello. We are moving to Costa Rica due to my work contract. I have learned that my wife and two children are not going to have a medical insurance paid by company (37+9+3 years). I would like to get an idea of how much is it going to cost for them ...
I just reviewed my benefits information, and it says my Caja coverage will start the day I arrive in CR. The private insurance will cover me locally and in the States. But the private insurance is only for me, not hubby & kiddo. If they are on ... Read More
Health insurance for family members by RichardHol
Hello. We are moving to Costa Rica due to my work contract. I have learned that my wife and two children are not going to have a medical insurance paid by company (37+9+3 years). I would like to get an idea of how much is it going to cost for them ...
This is a well-established and reputable school. They cover 80% of the costs associated with a work visa, and have given me a list of documents to have apostillated and bring with me. So, it looks like my visa will not be processed until I arrive. ... Read More
What to pack for San Jose move? by dcatosjo
We are moving to the San Jose / Central Valley area late this summer, and are going through stuff to see what to bring now, what to bring later, and what to get rid of altogether/ replace when we get there. We're on a budget, so we'd rather ...
I'm more of a jeans or sundress person, and I love the warm/ hot weather. So it sounds like my zip-up track jacket, jean jacket, rain jacket, maybe a fleece would be handy. Read More
Cost of living 2018 in Costa Rica by Priscilla
Hello everyone, As per our annual tradition, we invite you to share your experiences and tell us more about the average prices of products and services in your town/city/area, so that we have updated information regarding cost of living and ...
I'm moving to the San Jose area in August, and would love more information on the cost ranges of utilities, including: electricity water internet phone car insurance (older, used car to be purchased) groceries (thinking more farmer's market ... Read More
New members of the Costa Rica forum, introduce yourselves here - 2018 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Costa Rica forum? Don’t know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more ...
Hi, all! I am a teacher from Maryland, and am excited to be moving to San Rafael, San Jose with my hubby and kiddo in late July/ early August. I will be teaching at an American school there. Moving to Costa Rica long-term has been a goal for my ... Read More
Health insurance for family members by RichardHol
Hello. We are moving to Costa Rica due to my work contract. I have learned that my wife and two children are not going to have a medical insurance paid by company (37+9+3 years). I would like to get an idea of how much is it going to cost for them ...
I am trying to figure out the same thing. I am coming with a teaching contract, and will have a work visa. The school will provide me with private insurance, but not my hubby and kiddo. If they are on dependent visas, are they both covered by Caja? ... Read More
What to pack for San Jose move? by dcatosjo
We are moving to the San Jose / Central Valley area late this summer, and are going through stuff to see what to bring now, what to bring later, and what to get rid of altogether/ replace when we get there. We're on a budget, so we'd rather ...
I am wondering the same myself. I am moving to a suburb in Alajuela for a teaching position with my hubby and kiddo. The school will provide furnished housing, but I'm not sure how furnished exactly. We're kind of foodies, so we'll have ... Read More