Buying property in Guanacaste: what to know before you sign
Legal steps to buy real estate in Guanacaste, Costa Rica: title search, maritime zone, deed, taxes and requirements for foreign buyers.
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Practical guides on legal and notary matters in Costa Rica, with quick answers and official sources.
These guides are English versions of our Spanish articles. For short answers, see our frequently asked questions.
Forming a company in Costa Rica: types, steps and obligations
Differences between a corporation (S.A.) and a limited liability company (S.R.L.), steps to form one and annual obligations in Costa Rica.
Read the guideRegistering a trademark in Costa Rica: a step-by-step guide
Clearance search, Nice classes, application, publication in La Gaceta, opposition and trademark term under Law No. 7978.
Read the guideWhat does a notary public do in Costa Rica?
A notary's role under the Notarial Code: public faith, public deeds, authentications, powers of attorney and how to check a notary is authorized.
Read the guideVehicle transfer in Costa Rica: how to buy or sell a used car
What to check before buying a used car in Costa Rica, how the transfer is done before a notary and why it should be recorded at the National Registry.
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