We provide end-to-end legal support for company formation in Costa Rica, assisting foreign entrepreneurs, investors, and international groups with compliant structuring, registration, and initial setup. Costa Rica is frequently used for regional operations, holding structures, and service-based businesses due to its legal stability and territorial tax system.
Available company types
- Sociedad Anónima (S.A.) – flexible structure suitable for investors and holding companies
- Sociedad de Responsabilidad Limitada (SRL) – commonly used for operating businesses and SMEs
Key steps
- Availability check and reservation of company name
- Drafting of Articles of Incorporation and bylaws
- Appointment of directors, shareholders, and legal representatives
- Public Registry filing and corporate registration
- Tax registration with Costa Rican authorities (as applicable)
- Appointment of resident agent and registered address
Deliverables
- Official corporate extract and registration numbers
- Share certificates (S.A.) or quotas register (SRL)
- Corporate books (shareholders, minutes, registry) and digital copies
- Complete digital pack of incorporation documents
Tax and compliance notes
Costa Rica operates under a territorial tax system: in general, only Costa Rican–source income is subject to local taxation. Tax treatment depends on the nature of activities, place of management, and income source. Ongoing compliance, accounting, and reporting obligations may apply.