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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Opportunities arising from the reform of immigration regulations in Guatemala
03
Oct
Oct
This information is relevant for every company in Guatemala that hires foreign personnel and relocates them to work in the country, as well as for any foreign national who wishes to visit Guatemala or reside in the country on a temporary or permanent basis. Likewise, the new provisions apply to both employers and individuals, covering…
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Global Entry and Its Impact on the International Mobility of Costa Ricans
01
Sep
Sep
Author Natalia Solórzano Associate Costa Rica E-mail Global Entry and Its Impact on the International Mobility of Costa Ricans Costa Rica’s recent inclusion in the Global Entry program marks a significant shift in the dynamics of international mobility between the two countries. This agreement not only streamlines the entry process for frequent travelers to the…
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Immigration Update in Costa Rica: Companies Must Be Compliant with CCSS and Ministry of Finance Requirements
18
Aug
Aug
The General Directorate of Immigration and Foreign Affairs (DGME) in Costa Rica has introduced new requirements that impact the approval and renewal of various immigration categories, including residence permits, work authorizations, and similar applications. Effective immediately, any company sponsoring an immigration application must demonstrate full compliance with: Costa Rica’s Social Security Administration (CCSS) The Ministry…
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Guatemala Establishes Unit to Support Migrant Returnees
14
Feb
Feb
Ministerial Agreement Number 82-2025 was published in the Diario de Centroamérica on February 7, 2025. It creates the “Care Unit for Returned Migrants” within the Ministry of Labor and Social Welfare. The Ministry’s General Directorate of Employment will direct and supervise this unit. The purpose of the Care Unit for Returned Migrants is to provide…
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The Congress of the Republic of Guatemala approves initiative 5082, which contains the “Framework Law for Consumer Defense and Protection”
15
Feb
Feb
With 122 votes in favor, the Guatemalan Congressman have approved initiative 5082, “Framework Law for Consumer Defense and Protection.” This approval marks a significant milestone for the country and its commitment to protecting consumer rights and clarifies procedures. This new regulation, which aims to replace the current Consumer and User Protection Law, seeks to regulate…
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Jan
Jan
As of February 11, 2024, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs will charge a fee for the issuance of apostille or legalization certificates of documents. On January 13, 2024, Government Agreement No. 250-2023 was published in Diario de Centroamérica, authorizing the Ministry of Foreign Affairs to charge Q. 150.00 for each Apostille document or certificate of…
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Extension of the time of entry visa for tourist group 1
31
Oct
Oct
The General Directorate of Immigration and Foreign Affairs decrees* that visitors from the 60 countries corresponding to group 1 of tourist visas for entry to Costa Rica may have their stay time extended from 90 calendar days to 180 calendar days, as established by the following modification: “Article 2—Modify article 8 of the Regulation for…
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May
May
Global Affairs Canada released on May 16, 2023, that Canada has formally acceded to the Convention on the Abolition of the Requirement of Legalization of Foreign Public Documents, also known as the Apostille Convention. The Apostille Convention will enter into force in Canada on January 11, 2024. Accession to the Convention means that Canadian citizens…
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New requirements for Dominican Republic citizens to enter Guatemala
30
Jan
Jan
As of February 9, 2023, citizens of the Dominican Republic must obtain a Visa from the Guatemalan Consulate to enter Guatemala. Exempt from this provision are citizens of the Dominican Republic who have a valid Visa granted by the United States of America, the United Mexican States, Canada or the European Union (Schengen Visa). This…
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