Following a recent incident involving a child bitten by a dog in a shopping mall in San Jose, Costa Rica’s Ministry of Health has issued a new resolution that unifies and strengthens the rules for allowing pets in public and private establishments. The goal: to protect the health and safety of all visitors.
By Manfred Peters, GM Attorneys at Law
In December 2021, Costa Rica enacted Law No. 10,069 on Electronic Promissory Notes and Bills of Exchange, introducing a modern legal framework for digital financial instruments.
By Mariajosé Víquez, GM Attorneys at Law.
Major updates to corporate identity and compliance came into effect in June 2025. Here’s what they mean for your company.
Daniel Oses Ivankovich
GM Attorneys
A recent reform to the Costa Rican Commercial Code (Law No. 10686, published on May 26, 2025, in La Gaceta) provides a new alternative for shareholders to convene assemblies.
By Manfred Peters, GM Attorneys at Law
Law No. 9996 offers attractive tax benefits for foreigners seeking residency in Costa Rica under the Investors, Rentista, or Pensioner categories.
By Mariajosé Víquez, GM Attorneys at Law
As Costa Rica embraces the digital economy, new regulations are being implemented to ensure tax compliance for digital platforms operating within its borders.
By Alina Guzman, GM Attorneys at Law
The Hague Convention on the Apostille (CONVENTION FOR THE ELIMINATION OF THE LEGALIZATION REQUISITE FOR FOREIGN PUBLIC DOCUMENTS is known as the “CONVENTION OF THE APOSTILLE”).
By Efrain Hidalgo, GM Attorneys at Law
The recent approval of bill No. 10.597, “Law to Establish Email as the Means of Notification for Corporations,” has amended the Commercial Code and the Judicial Notifications Act.
By Daniel Oses, GM Attorneys at Law
The "HOME LUXURY TAX," Impuesto Solidario para el Fortalecimiento de Programas de Vivienda (Law # 8683), was established in 2009 to fund nationwide social housing programs.
By Ivan Granados, GM Attorneys at Law
By: Daniel Oses Ivankovich. As a Real Estate owner and investor, it's essential to be mindful of the tools available in Costa Rica to monitor assets. Implementing preventive measures is crucial