There are many advantages to moving from Canada to Costa Rica, say, more affordable living expenses and easily accessible residency options.
However, understanding the practicalities are crucial before making the move.
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Yes. They must go to the local immigration office and submit proof of income, among other things.
Definitely, through submitting an application for one of the following residency options:
Residency applications can be difficult and time-consuming. Canadians are required to obtain the required paperwork like legitimate identification, proof of income, and criminal background checks.
The Department of Immigration may take several months to give their go-ahead to the application after it is submitted. Candidates may stay in Costa Rica as tourists during this period, though.
Yes, the average cost of living in Canada is about 28% higher than in Costa Rica.
When the capitals are compared, Canadian capital Ottawa’s cost of living is 15% higher than San José’s without rent and 30% higher with rent included.
A cheap restaurant meal in San José costs C$16.3, while it costs C$25.5 in Ottawa.
The average cost of basic utilities is C$217 in Ottawa and C$132 in the Costa Rican capital.
San José charges C$1,137 to rent a one-bedroom apartment in the city center, while Ottawa charges C$2,012.