Importing a Vehicle to Costa Rica: Law 9996 Explained
By Alex Naumov on February 16, 2026 at 7:20 AM
Costa Rica continues to attract retirees, investors, entrepreneurs, and remote workers from around the world. In recent years, the country introduced new immigration frameworks aimed at foreign income earners — most notably Law 9996, which created the Digital Nomad Visa program.
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