Immigration and working in Costa Rica
Canadian-Costa Rican attorney Rick Philps shares what you must know to legally own a business or work in Costa Rica. Temporary residents – those living in the country for less than three years – are not allowed to take the job a local, Tico, is able to do. After the three year period, one may apply for permanent residency. Permanent residents have no restrictions regarding employment. Much of the information you’ll find online about working here is out of date. Be sure to consult with a reputable attorney for assistance regarding residency, work permits, and owning property.
The pros and cons of buying a business
Many expats will tell you it’s easier to buy and run a business than work for someone else here. Michael Alan interviews an expat about buying an existing business, hiring employees vs. working for himself, government red tape, and much more…
Can Expats work in Costa Rica?
Michael from TravelCostaRicaNow.com explains the pros and cons of expats finding work in Costa Rica. In most cases, it’s easier for expats to start a business and hire local Ticos than to get a work permit themselves…
Amazon Looking to Hire 700 People in Costa Rica
Amazon is looking to hire 700 people in the next three months including positions in customer service and vendor support during its two day job fair on May 6 and 7 .The job fair will happen at Amazon’s Lagunilla de Heredia and Calle Blancos offices from 8:00am to 2:00pm. Applicants must be bilingual (English-Spanish), but the company will also open opportunities for those fluent in a third language such as Portuguese, German and Italian.
Applications can also be made online at www.amazon.jobs
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