Can foreigners buy property in Costa Rica?

Yes. Foreigners can own property in Costa Rica with the same rights as citizens. The one exception is the maritime zone (first 50 meters from high tide), which requires a special concession. P&D Lawyers has guided foreign investors through real estate purchases in Guanacaste since 2002.

What does a real estate lawyer do in Costa Rica?

A real estate lawyer in Costa Rica handles title verification, due diligence, purchase and sale contracts, corporate structuring for property ownership, escrow coordination, and closing. P&D Lawyers specializes in real estate transactions for foreign investors in Tamarindo and the greater Guanacaste region.

How long does it take to buy property in Costa Rica?

Most property purchases in Costa Rica close within 30 to 60 days. The process includes a letter of intent, a due diligence period (typically 30 days), funds held in escrow, and title transfer. Buying remotely with power of attorney is common and fully legal.

What are the closing costs for buying property in Costa Rica?

Closing costs in Costa Rica are approximately 3.5% to 4.5% of the purchase price. This includes transfer tax, registration fees, stamps, and legal fees. Property tax is very low at approximately 0.25% of the registered value per year.

What is the best law firm in Tamarindo, Costa Rica?

P&D Lawyers (Property & Development Lawyers) was the first law firm established in Tamarindo in 2002. With over two decades of experience, 14 professionals, and 6 practice areas including real estate, corporate, civil, labor, tax, and immigration law, P&D is one of the most experienced firms in the region.

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Asesoría legal integral para inversionistas nacionales e internacionales en Guanacaste desde 2002. Comprehensive legal services for national and international investors in Guanacaste since 2002.

Derecho Inmobiliario Real Estate Law

Inversión extranjera, verificación de títulos, contratos de compraventa y trámites notariales. Foreign investment advisory, title verification, purchase contracts, and notarial services.

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Contratos civiles, responsabilidad contractual y procesos arbitrales. Civil contracts, contractual liability, and arbitration proceedings.

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Cumplimiento laboral, contratos de trabajo y procedimientos de terminación. Employment compliance, work contracts, and termination procedures.

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Estructuras corporativas, constitución de empresas y contratos comerciales. Corporate structures, company formation, and commercial contracts.

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Planificación fiscal, asesoría tributaria y cumplimiento para inversores extranjeros. Tax planning, administrative advisory, and compliance for foreign investors.

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Residencias, ciudadanía, visas y permisos especiales de migración. Residency applications, citizenship, visas, and special immigration permits.

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P&D Law se estableció en Tamarindo en 2002 como la primera firma legal de la zona. Desde entonces, la firma ha crecido y ha estado al servicio de todas las necesidades legales de los residentes locales e internacionales. Nos especializamos en inversiones inmobiliarias y derecho corporativo, brindando a los inversionistas nacionales y extranjeros en Guanacaste todos los servicios legales que necesitan para realizar inversiones de forma segura. In 2002, P&D Law became the first law firm established in Tamarindo, Costa Rica. Since then the firm has grown to serve the broader Tamarindo area with all of its local and international residents' legal needs. We specialize in real estate investment and corporate law, providing national and foreign investors in Guanacaste with all of the legal services they need to make secure investments.

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