3 Key Steps to Buying a Home in Costa Rica
3 Key Steps to Buying a Home in Costa Rica Costa Rica’s beautiful landscapes, welcoming culture, and tropical climate make it a popular destination for expats looking to buy a home. Whether you’re seeking a serene retreat by the beach or a cozy house in the mountains, Costa Rica offers a wide variety of properties. […]
Are You Ready for Costa Rica’s 2025 Tax Deadlines?
Are You Ready for Costa Rica’s 2025 Tax Deadlines? If you’re an expat living in Costa Rica, managing tax deadlines and legal requirements can feel overwhelming. But it doesn’t have to be. At Samara Legal, we specialize in making the process smooth and stress-free for our clients. With 2025 corporation and property tax deadlines fast approaching, […]
Update on the deadline for submitting the 2024 Shareholders Registry Declaration
Update on the Deadline for Submitting the 2024 Mandatory Corporate Final Beneficiaries (RTBF) Declaration The Government has recently announced a revised deadline for the submission of the 2024 RTBF declaration to the Central Bank of Costa Rica. Initially set for April and subsequently rescheduled for July, the deadline has now been further extended. The new […]
Due Diligence for your Property Purchases in Costa Rica
Embarking on the journey of buying a property in Costa Rica is a substantial decision that requires careful consideration. Whether you’re seeking a new home, an investment opportunity, or a tranquil vacation retreat, navigating the Costa Rican real estate market can be both thrilling and rewarding. However, to ensure a secure investment, conducting thorough due […]
Real Estate Legal Services
Costa Rica Real Estate Legal Services Our Real Estate Legal team is comprised of dedicated international professionals committed to safeguarding our clients’ investments and interests, focused on the Costa Rica Real Estate property purchase and sale process. Whether you’re a new expat or seasoned investor, we offer comprehensive services covering property ownership, title protection, escrow […]
Annual Corporate and Real Estate Taxes
Annual Corporate Tax – All corporations registered before the National Registry are subject to pay an annual tax due by January 31st each year. Corporations that are active and registered as a tax payer are levied with a separate VAT Tax and/or Income Tax. Property Tax & Garbage Collection – Property Tax is due by March […]
Navigating Costa Rican Real Estate Law with Samara Legal
At Samara Legal, we specialize in the Costa Rican real estate market and are committed to providing comprehensive assistance throughout every step of the investment process, ensuring a seamless and successful experience. Investing in real estate abroad presents unique challenges, including complex legal and regulatory considerations. Our firm is equipped to address these challenges. With […]
Mandatory Shareholder Registry
Mandatory Shareholder Registry in Costa Rica. If you’re new to the legal game in Costa Rica you may be wondering what’s the big deal behind a Mandatory Shareholder Registry. At first glance it may appear to be somewhat innocuous, but if you were to create either a new corporation or register an existing one you’d […]
Capital Gains Tax 101
As of July 1, 2019 a Tax took effect and you’ll want to know the ins and outs on this one… The ‘Tax on Capital Income and Capital Gains and Losses / Impuesto de las Rentas de Capital y Ganacias y Perdidas de Capital’ applies to income of a Costarican source derived from capital and […]