Temporary Residence for Workers (Work Permit) (Residencia Temporal – Trabajador / Categoría Especial)
Temporary Residence for Workers (Work Permit) is a residence route in Costa Rica (就业). 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.
| 类别 | 就业 |
|---|---|
| 投资 | — |
| 费用（家庭） | — |
| 收入 / 年 | — |
| 资产 | — |
| 最低居住 | — |
| 永居 | 3 |
| 入籍 | 7 |
| 工作 | yes |
| 申请资格 | all |
| 税收 | CR-source salary taxed progressively up to 25%; foreign income territorial (untaxed) |
| 截至 | 2026-10 |
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