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Michael Burke — Real Estate Law
Costa Rican Real Estate Attorney — San Jose
American-trained, Costa Rica-licensed attorney with 15 years specializing in foreign property purchases, title searches, and closing processes. Clients from USA, Canada, and Europe. English-first practice.
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Valeria Rodriguez — Immigration Law
Immigration Attorney — San Jose
Specialist in Pensionado visa (retiree), Rentista visa, and Digital Nomad visa applications for US and Canadian clients. 500+ successful visa applications. Bilingual team with 24/7 WhatsApp support.
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Tico Coast Realty
Buyer's Agency — Guanacaste & Pacific Coast
Founded by American expats, now Costa Rica's leading buyer-only agency for foreign purchasers on the Pacific coast. Tamarindo, Nosara, Flamingo, Samara. Full service from search to keys.
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Can Americans and Canadians own property in Costa Rica?

Yes — Costa Rica has some of the most foreigner-friendly property ownership laws in Latin America. Foreigners have the same property rights as Costa Rican citizens. No restrictions on foreign ownership.

What is the Pensionado Visa in Costa Rica?

The Pensionado (Retiree) visa requires proof of at least $1,000/month in pension income. It grants residency with significant benefits including import duty exemptions and access to the public healthcare system (CAJA).