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Registration: 18 October 2015
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Essentials to live in Costa Rica by Christine
Hi, As an expat living in Costa Rica, what would you advise the ones about to pack to bring along? What are the items you can easily find in Costa Rica? On the other hand, what is less common or quite expensive? Share with us what you would ...
Locally grown (food) or locally made stuff ( furniture) is very good and affordable. All important stuff is more expensive. Services, repairs are very affordable. Bring your personal clothes, flip flops, ... The rest - everything is available here ... Read More
fruit markets near playa conchal by mangomacy
planning trip to playa conchal near Westin in guancaste in april. Do u know of any places to get fresh fruit from farmers, accessible by a short taxi ride.?
Brasillito Read More
health insurance by jabird
need info and websites for temporary insurance--2-4 months thanks jabird
Any private insurance will take time to kick in, some cases 10 month, you will be much better off with travel insurance. Read More
Polycythemia by Gilbertoo
If anyone has this disease or know someone who has and is living in C.R. I would be interested in getting information. We will be travelling to C.R. in the fall and visiting a hematolotgist to get more information on the drugs available etc. If ...
I have an info about a natural product that can be able to regulate production of erithropoetin, correct bone marrow function and normalize cells production. It may help to resolve or dramatically improve the prognosis. Please send me a personal ... Read More
Paying with dollars? by Daniel_T
Is it likely that a taxi driver will accept payment in dollars? Similarly, will grocery stores accept dollars?
Taxi only accept dollars if it is from and to airport. Grocery stores like Walmart , Pricemart( Costco), Automercados will take$, Some places in tourist's beach areas, but everywhere else you need colones. Exchange rate is the best in Banks, ... Read More
Banking in Costa Rica and the US by lafdbuf
I am looking for a bank that I can make deposits into from the US. I own a house in CR and have a Corporation. I am not a resident and have not started the process for residency, yet. I have a bank account in CR, but I cannot deposit money into it ...
All laws are on Declaration you suppose to fill in .. 10k for family, if someone brings more - declare. That why to avoid problems husband and wife fly different flights and bring 10k each. Read More
Banking in Costa Rica and the US by lafdbuf
I am looking for a bank that I can make deposits into from the US. I own a house in CR and have a Corporation. I am not a resident and have not started the process for residency, yet. I have a bank account in CR, but I cannot deposit money into it ...
It is 10k per family. Read More
Banking in Costa Rica and the US by lafdbuf
I am looking for a bank that I can make deposits into from the US. I own a house in CR and have a Corporation. I am not a resident and have not started the process for residency, yet. I have a bank account in CR, but I cannot deposit money into it ...
Applying for residency and getting it is a long process. Bring it with you on the plane (10k max) is a much easier option, your wife or friend can fly a different flight and bring on other 10k. Read More
Playa Lagarto Eco Developement by Brooksy
Looking for any info on this project which is being spearheaded by a Toronto based company called Recap investments...Any body else who has experience with this company and is or has bought land or housing there??? :/
Can you lease share with us who is your builder and architect? How much each of them charge for 1m2 or if you pay for architect, permits, building construction together? Cost for 1 m2? How long it took to get all permits? Are you building a concrete ... Read More
Renting an aparment in CR by ariannarincon
Hi. I would like to know if, as a foreigner, you can rent an apartment in Costa Rica, and what are the requirements. I am thinking about moving there as a rentista or pensionista, so I am not looking for a job. I would like to rent an aparment while ...
Yes, you can rent an appartment being a tourist, but you will have to leave the country every 90 days to extend your tourist visa for next 90 days. As a long term renter you will have to pay a deposit, monthly utilities + rent. Read More
Good Immigration Lawyers by MississippiBill
I would like to solicit input on good immigration lawyers. I understand that ARCR offers this service but have heard that local lawyers may be just as good and considerably less expensive. Please advise with your recommendations. Thanks Bill
Do not use ARCR R lowers. It took 4,5 yr for us to get residency with them. We actually eventually took care of it by ourselves and got it done! Read More
make friends here by usacanadaedu
Hi,All, my name is konfu. I maintained absolute confidentiality when recruiting host and serving international guest. My knowledge of multi-culture is very useful for who are interested in studying in US, Canada. Because I have worked, lived and ...
Agree, working on line and on international phone line can support you while you are Waiting for Cedulas Permanente, which allows to work in CR Read More
Making phone calls in Costa Rica by Maximilien
Hi, When settling in Costa Rica, one of the priorities is to be able to make phone calls. How to proceed to get a landline installed in Costa Rica? What are the mobile operators? What is your average monthly budget? Thank you in ...
About phones : for those who need to call US, Canada, Europe...OFTEN We use Vonage, it is required high speed internet, it cost us $30us/ month to have UUNLIMITED calls to 60 countries. We use pre- paid Kolbi for our local calls on the cell ... Read More
New members of Costa Rica forum, introduce yourself here – 4th quarter of 2015 by Julien
Newbie on Costa Rica forum? DonÂ’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 on your expat ...
What is holding you from living in CR? Read More
New member looking for some information by gwirfs
hi, I am gary, live now in cathedral city, CA. I am professional addiction counselor, also recovering alcoholic myself, retired from working for now, and I am planning to move to costa rica in next year-looking at heredia now-to live at that ...
Agree 100% The beauty of CR having different climates, elevations...that everyone can choose what they feel better for them. Read More