Rank #9 · Feb 2026
Costa Rica Digital Nomad Visa
Very pet-friendly.
Key Requirements
- Visa Fee
- $100
- Processing
- 2-3 weeks
- Validity
- 1 year (renewable)
- Income
- $3,000/mo
- Savings Option
- N/A
- Pet Friendliness
- 8/10
- Tax trigger
- 183 days
- Insurance required
- Yes
Cost of Living (Nomad Premium 2026)
Based on short-term rentals, coworking, and expat amenities—not local long-term rates.
- Cost Tier
- Medium-High
- Total (est.)
- ~$2,900/mo
- 1BR Center
- ~$1,100/mo
- Coffee
- ~$4
- Internet
- 60 Mbps
- Coworking
- ~$210/mo
Visa Overview
Costa Rica is the nature-lover's choice. The application is now fully digital and very efficient. You must prove an income of $3,000 for a single person or $4,000 for a family. It grants you the right to drive using your home license for the duration of the visa.
Pet Entry & Rules
Very pet-friendly. Most 'jungle bungalows' and beach rentals allow dogs. Requires an APHIS-7001 health certificate (for US) and proof of rabies/distemper/parvo vaccinations. No quarantine.
Tax Residency
Digital nomads are legally exempt from all local income taxes and import duties on their equipment (laptops/cameras) for the duration of their visa.