Alan O. Says: Do I have to sign up for the public health system in Costa Rica? I have private insurance that covers me and my family overseas. Is there a residency option where I can opt out of the national health care system fees? IL Costa Rica Correspondent Bekah Bottone Says: Hi Alan, It Read more...: Do I Have to Sign Up for the Public Health System in Costa Rica?
Holly L. Says: Being a disabled veteran I need to ask if there are any veteran hospitals and clinics in Costa Rica? I have to have access to these places. IL Costa Rica Correspondent Bekah Bottone Says: Hi Holly, The Center for International Medical Advanced (CIMA) Hospital in San José is the only hospital in Read more...: Does Costa Rica have Veteran Hospitals?
Rich K. Says: I’m looking to retire to Costa Rica and need to get off square one. I love the mountains and nature, and would like to live in a semi remote region but close enough to medical care and shopping. Do you have any advice? IL Costa Rica Correspondent Bekah Bottone Says: Hi Rich, Read more...: Where do You Recommend in Costa Rica Close to Medical Care and Shopping?
James P. Says: I would like to know how much cash I can bring into Costa Rica legally? Does one have to pay taxes on this amount? Thanks and I am excited about attending your conference in October that I have already signed up for. IL Costa Rica Correspondent Bekah Bottone Says: Hi James, How Read more...: How Much Cash Can I Bring to Costa Rica?
Sheila C. Says: Where is a great place to live in Costa Rica? I’m retired and just want to wake up to beautiful scenery and meet a few people. Can you give me some insight where to relocate? IL Costa Rica Correspondent Bekah Bottone Says: Hi Sheila, Costa Rica has so much to offer, and Read more...: Where is a Great Place to Live in Costa Rica?
Mark I. Says: What are the estimated monthly payments for healthcare in Costa Rica? IL Costa Rica Correspondent Bekah Bottone Says: Hi Mark, If you are a legal resident you will be required to join the national healthcare system, Caja. That cost typically runs 7% to 11% of your stated income on your residency application. Read more...: What are the Monthly Payments for Healthcare in Costa Rica?
Sheila C. Says: I’ve just joined International Living and love the idea of retiring to Costa Rica. What should I do next? IL Costa Rica Correspondent Bekah Bottone Says: Hi Sheila, Costa Rica is a beautiful country, with long stretches of deserted and undeveloped beaches… dense jungles teeming with exotic wildlife… towering volcanoes, lush green Read more...: I Just Joined International Living and Want to Move to Costa Rica—What Should I do Next?
Robert S. Says: How hard would it be for a person using a wheelchair and electric chair to get around Costa Rica? Would it be possible to get a caregiver to help make things easier? IL Costa Rica Correspondent Bekah Bottone Says: Hi Robert, This depends a lot on the part of Costa Rica you Read more...: How Wheelchair Accessible is Costa Rica?
H. Asanté S. Says: I’m planning to move to Costa Rica, but I will start kidney dialysis soon. What are my options for this in Costa Rica? IL Costa Rica Correspondent Bekah Bottone Says: Hi Asanté, The first thing to consider is that getting your residency in Costa Rica is a process, and you are not covered Read more...: Where can I get Kidney Dialysis in Costa Rica
Kim P. Says: We are looking into the possibility of retiring in Costa Rica. How do we apply for a visa to make that happen? IL Costa Rica Correspondent Bekah Bottone Says: Hi Kim, All applications for residence must be filed in your country of origin, through your local consul, or directly with the Read more...: How do I Apply for a Costa Rican Visa?