On December 1, Costa Rica marks the Abolition of the National Army. However, law 9875 requires that from 2020 to 2024, holidays transfer to Mondays to promote internal visits and tourism. This year the holiday is celebrated on December 5. This date is a non-compulsory pay holiday. An employer with a weekly payment method (non-commercial…
Category Archives: Costa Rica
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As of January 2023, contribution to the Disability, Old Age and Death regime (IVM – for its acronym in Spanish) will increase with the aid of three contributors, according to the agreement of the Board of Directors, session 9038 of June 20, 2019. With this increase, the employer, the employee, and the State will make…
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For the ninth time (eighth consecutively), BLP has attained the Costa Rica Law Firm of the Year award, presented at the Emmanuel Luxury Venue in Miami, Florida, on October 28. The Chambers Awards recognize the eminence of law firms in regional jurisdictions. “Since its inception, BLP has stood out for strategically supporting its clients so…
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On October 24, 2022, the National Salaries Council (CNS – in its Spanish acronym) agreed to increase minimum wages in the private sector. This accord will take effect on January 1, 2023, when an increase of 6.62% for all salary categories goes into effect. Additionally, the following increases will also apply to the minimum wages…
Blog, Costa Rica, Global Mobility & Relocation, News
Deputies of the Legislative Assembly define 16 behaviors as workplace harassment.
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Deputies of the Legislative Assembly define 16 behaviors as workplace harassment. The bill named “Law to prevent and punish Labor Harassment in the public and private sector” pending before the Legislative Assembly since 2018, under file number 20,873, to identify, prevent, punish, prohibit and eradicate workplace harassment, was passed on October 5. The initiative includes…
Blog, Costa Rica, Global Mobility & Relocation, News
Immigration: About the documentation process for foreigners in Costa Rica
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Oct
Oct
All foreigners, whose MIGRATION CATEGORY IS APPROVED AND NOTIFIED AFTER OCTOBER 01, 2022, can request their appointment for the documentation process, however, the appointment will be granted as of January 2023. Important aspects: The appointment must be requested within 90 days after the notification of approval. The approval resolutions together with the appointment vouchers will…
Blog, Costa Rica, Global Mobility & Relocation, News
Renewal process of migratory identity documents for foreigners in Costa Rica
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The Immigration Office informed*, that upon expiration of the term (September 30, 2022) of the extension of the validity of the documents that accredit the legal permanence of foreigners in the country (known as DIMEX or popularly as cedulas de residencia), foreigners will have a term of three months to carry out the renewal procedure….
Analysis, Blog, Costa Rica, Public Law, Public Procurement & Regulation
New Public Procurement Law in Costa Rica
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Francisco Obando Director Public Law, Public Procurement & Regulation Costa Rica [email protected] On December 1, 2022, the new General Public Procurement Law will enter into force, repealing the Administrative Contracting Law No. 7494 of 1996 and its Regulations. As a result, all bidding participants, companies, and public administrations must seriously prepare to address the changes…
Analysis, Blog, Costa Rica, Environment, Health & Safety, Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG)
Legal reform allows the development of works near rivers and streams of Costa Rica
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Luis Palacios Director Environmental Specialist Costa Rica [email protected] Costa Rica is a country with an abundant flow of water that brings scenic beauty and biodiversity and satisfies human needs. Despite their undeniable value, the rivers, streams, or natural reservoirs that run through private property sometimes pose heavy burdens to landowners due to the legal limitations…
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BLP adds a renowned specialist in Business Law and Real Estate
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As part of our growth strategy and in response to crucial market demands, BLP adds José María Pacheco as Special Counsel to its team in Costa Rica. José María joins our practice areas of Business Law and Real Estate and Hospitality. https://www.blplegal.com/blp-web-2021/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Jose-Maria-Pachecho-400×489-1-245×300.png José María Pacheco Special Counsel | Costa Rica José María has represented regional…