Temporary Residence as Pensioner (Retiree) (Residencia Temporal – Pensionado)
Temporary Residence as Pensioner (Retiree) is a residence route in Costa Rica (Ruhestand). Lifetime pension ≥US$1,000/mo (state or private; rents/dividends don't count). No age minimum. One pension covers spouse + children <25. CCSS enrolment mandatory. Same DGME process/fees as rentista.
Retirement visas and pensioner residence →Requirements at a glance
You need an annual income of about CHF 9'600. You must spend about 1 days a year in the country to keep it. Spouse and children can usually be included. Permanent residence: after 3 years. Citizenship can be possible after about 7 years.
How holders are taxed
Territorial: foreign-source income incl. dividends currently untaxed; Bill 25.796 (15% on foreign passive income) pending
Next steps
Check the official page for the current rules and fees, compare this route with the other programmes on the interactive map, and talk to a licensed immigration lawyer or authorised agent before applying.
| Kategorie | Ruhestand |
|---|---|
| Investition | — |
| Gebühren (Familie) | CHF 960 + CHF 60 / Jahr |
| Einkommen / Jahr | CHF 9'600 |
| Vermögen | — |
| Mindestaufenthalt | 1 |
| Niederlassung | 3 |
| Einbürgerung | 7 |
| Arbeit | ownBusiness |
| Berechtigt | all |
| Steuern | Territorial: foreign-source income incl. dividends currently untaxed; Bill 25.796 (15% on foreign passive income) pending |
| Stand | 2026-10 |
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