Do you need to apostille your FBI background check for Costa Rica?  Are you looking for information on how to obtain residency in Costa Rica?

Costa Rica is a member of the Hague Apostille Convention and any official document destined for this country requires an apostille from the Secretary of State.

The purpose of the Hague Apostille Convention is to create a simplified method of “authenticating” documents for universal recognition.  An apostille certifies the official who signed your documents.

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In order to acquire residency in Costa Rica, a specific process must be followed, and certain requirements must be met. Here is a general overview of the steps involved in obtaining residency:

1. Determine the residency category: Costa Rica offers various residency categories, such as pensionado (retiree), rentista (individual with guaranteed income), inversionista (investor), empleo (employment), and others. Assess your situation and choose the category that suits you best.
2. Collect the necessary documentation: The required documents depend on the chosen residency category. However, typical documents include a valid passport, birth certificate, criminal record certificate (FBI Background Check Apostille), marriage/divorce certificates (if applicable), proof of income or investment, and medical certificates.
3. Legalize and translate documents: If your documents are not in Spanish, they need to be translated by an official translator. As an additional service to our apostille services, we can assist you with translating your documents to Spanish.
4. Submit your application: Once you have gathered all the necessary documents, submit your residency application to the Costa Rican Department of Immigration.
5. Pay the application fees: The residency application process entails various fees, such as application fees, legal fees, and processing fees. Make sure you have sufficient funds to cover these expenses.
6. Await approval: The processing time for residency applications can vary. It may take several months to receive a response from the Costa Rican Department of Immigration. During this period, they might request additional documentation or schedule an interview.
7. Fulfill additional requirements: Depending on your chosen residency category, there may be additional requirements to fulfill. For instance, retiree residents might need to demonstrate a monthly pension income, while investor residents might be required to make a specific investment in the country.
8. Obtain your residency card: If your application is approved, you will need to visit the Department of Immigration in Costa Rica to obtain your residency card. This card serves as your identification and grants you legal stay in the country.

Obtaining an apostille on an FBI background check for Costa Rica can be complicated. Don’t leave this process to untrained employees or non-professionals who do not fully understand the apostille process and the unique requirements of certain countries. Your paperwork could be rejected costing you time and money. Don’t let this happen to you!

Our staff is available Monday-Saturday from 8am to 7pm to answer your questions and provide you easy to follow-step-by-step instructions.  Please call us at 1-800-903-2470.

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