Costa RicaKey facts
- Region
- Central America
- Corporate tax
- 30%
- VAT
- 13%
- Currency
- CRC
- Time zone
- CST
- Language
- Spanish
Key advantages
- 30% corporate tax (tiered).
- Politically stable.
- Free zones with 0% tax.
Entity types
| Type | Full name | Tax | VAT | Min. capital | Setup time | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SA | Joint-stock company | 30% | 13% | Ingen | 2–4 weeks | SMEs, operating |
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