Journal: buying land in Costa Rica
Guides for foreign buyers of land in Costa Rica, written by the Yakú team with official sources. General information, not legal advice.
Last updated: 2026-11-09
Building Near a Creek or Forest in Costa Rica: What the Forestry Law Allows
Costa Rica's Forestry Law protects strips along rivers, creeks and springs. The setbacks, who marks them and what to check before you design.
2026-10-22
How to Check a Property Title in Costa Rica Before You Buy
How to run a property title search in Costa Rica: registry number, cadastral map, the online literal certificate, liens, and how to check your lawyer.
2026-10-22
Closing Costs and Property Taxes When Buying Land in Costa Rica
Closing costs in Costa Rica: the 1.5 % transfer tax, stamps and registry fees, notary fees, the annual municipal tax, and a worked estimate for a lot.
2026-10-22
Financing Land in Costa Rica as a Foreigner: Banks, Cash and Owner Financing
Can a foreigner get a mortgage in Costa Rica? What real-estate firms say about local banks, how to check a lender, and how seller financing is secured.
2026-10-22
Titled Land vs. Beach Concessions in Costa Rica: What Foreigners Can Own
Can foreigners own land in Costa Rica? Yes, on titled land. Near the beach it is different: how the 200 m maritime zone and concessions work.
2026-10-22
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