Marco Abellán – Director, Costa Rica One of the most critical—and frequently misunderstood—rules in Costa Rica’s immigration system is the obligation to maintain the qualifying investment until permanent residency is formally granted. Unfortunately, this is an area where poor or informal advice often leads to serious legal consequences. Under Costa Rican immigration law, investor residency…
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Analysis, At BLP, Blog, Business Law, Costa Rica
Practical Guide to Merger Processes of Operating Companies in Costa Rica
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Apr
Apr
Costa Rica: Practical Guide to Merger Processes of Operating Companies The merger of companies constitutes a legal mechanism through which two or more entities are integrated into a single entity, either by absorption (where one entity absorbs the others) or through the creation of a new company. Both modalities entail the dissolution of the legal…
Analysis, At BLP, Blog, Business Law, Costa Rica
Practical Guide to Merger Processes of Operating Companies in Costa Rica
14
Apr
Apr
Author Diego Quirós Associate Costa Rica E-mail Costa Rica: Practical Guide to Merger Processes of Operating Companies The merger of companies constitutes a legal mechanism through which two or more entities are integrated into a single entity, either by absorption (where one entity absorbs the others) or through the creation of a new company. Both…
Analysis, At BLP, Blog, Environment, Health & Safety, Honduras
New GMP Certification Framework for the Food and Beverage Industry in Honduras
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Mar
Mar
The Sanitary Regulation Agency (ARSA) has approved a new regulatory framework establishing recovery fees and requirements for obtaining the Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Certificate for the national processed food and beverage industry. This certificate is a key element in ensuring the safety, quality, and reliability of products manufactured in the country. Scope and Obligated Parties…
Analysis, At BLP, Blog, Environment, Health & Safety, Honduras
New GMP Certification Framework for the Food and Beverage Industry in Honduras
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Mar
Mar
Author Andrea Elvir Associate Honduras E-mail Honduras: New GMP Certification Framework for the Food and Beverage Industry The Sanitary Regulation Agency (ARSA) has approved a new regulatory framework establishing recovery fees and requirements for obtaining the Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Certificate for the national processed food and beverage industry. This certificate is a key element…
Analysis, At BLP, Blog, Business Law, Costa Rica
Commercial Code Reform Introduces New Requirements for Corporate Representation
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Mar
Mar
Author Valeria Gutiérrez Associate Costa Rica E-mail Commercial Code Reform and Corporate Representation in Costa Rica Recently, the Legislative Assembly approved Law No. 10840, “Law for the Harmonization of the Commercial Code and the Strengthening of the Special Power of Attorney,” which amends Articles 98 and 146 of the Commercial Code. Through this reform, the…
Analysis, At BLP, Blog, Environment, Health & Safety, Honduras
Honduras Strengthens Oversight of Health Advertising: What Agreement 0142-ARSA-2025 Establishes
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Mar
Mar
Authors Ivis Alvarado Senior Associate Honduras E-mail Andres Elvir Associate Honduras E-mail Honduras Strengthens Oversight of Health Advertising: What Agreement 0142-ARSA-2025 Establishes Agreement No. 0142-ARSA-2025, issued by the Honduran Health Regulatory Agency (Agencia de Regulación Sanitaria – ARSA), establishes the regulatory framework for the control, supervision, and regulation of advertising related to products, establishments, and…
Analysis, At BLP, Blog, Costa Rica, Free Trade Zones
The Free Trade Zone Regime: Adapting to Change Beyond Investment Attraction and Job Creation
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Feb
Feb
Simón Sauvé – Director, Costa Rica For many years, the Free Trade Zone Regime has been one of Costa Rica’s most important tools for attracting foreign investment, generating quality employment, and strengthening productive development. More than a set of tax incentives, this regime forms part of a comprehensive strategy to integrate the country into global…
