Temporary Residence for Workers (Work Permit) (Residencia Temporal – Trabajador / Categoría Especial)
Temporary Residence for Workers (Work Permit) is a residence route in Costa Rica (Emploi). Employer sponsorship; labour-market test via Ministry of Labour (restrictive); executives/specialists of registered companies and 'Categoría Especial' workers faster. Family as dependants.
Requirements at a glance
Spouse and children can usually be included. Permanent residence: after 3 years. Citizenship can be possible after about 7 years.
How holders are taxed
CR-source salary taxed progressively up to 25%; foreign income territorial (untaxed)
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.
| Catégorie | Emploi |
|---|---|
| Investissement | — |
| Frais (famille) | — |
| Revenu / an | — |
| Avoirs | — |
| Séjour min. | — |
| Résidence perm. | 3 |
| Citoyenneté | 7 |
| Travail | yes |
| Éligibles | all |
| Impôts | CR-source salary taxed progressively up to 25%; foreign income territorial (untaxed) |
| État au | 2026-10 |
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