Seeking Pura Vida

February 16, 2021

Covid-19 Testing in Costa Rica

US requirements for entry As of January 26th, the US announced they will require a negative Covid-19 test before citizens, over the age of two, are able to re-enter the country. The exception to this is if you have documented proof from a licensed health professional of recovering from Covid-19 within 90 days of travel. This requirement scared a lot […]

January 22, 2021

Education in Costa Rica

Education in Costa Rica Literacy Costa Rica The Constitution of Costa Rica protects preschool and primary level education through grade 11 as free and mandatory. Children are required to enter preschool by age 4!! Then follow with primary school (grades 1-6) They have one of the highest literacy rates in Latin America with 95%. With a strong emphasis on teaching […]

January 17, 2021

10 (make that 12) Steps to move to Costa Rica

Many people have a dream to move abroad. How do people actually make that dream a reality. This 12 step list is how we broke it down to make our dream happen and ACTUALLY get a MOVE ON!

January 16, 2021

New Opportunity for Remote Work in Costa Rica

There is a new remote work bill that is making its way through the Costa Rican legislative process in a hurry. The bill is known as the “Remote Worker or Provider of Remote Services Resident Visa”. It comes at a time of need while the country is under extreme pressure to generate more income digital nomads and their family members. […]

Most Recent