Preventing and Solving Problems for Expats in Costa Rica
Exclusive to A.M. Costa Rica Expats and Costa Ricans alike are dumping their companies that hold property and other assets because they feel they will save money in the long run by putting the asset in an individual's name. Granted keeping a … [Continue reading]
Exclusive to A.M. Costa Rica Most people with a company and many attorneys who are notaries are unaware most board meetings in Costa Rica can be held online without the need of a physical assembly. This is important news for those needing to make … [Continue reading]
Exclusive to A.M. Costa Rica Almost everyone is going stir-crazy at home these days due to the virus. This means more people are on the internet and many find it slow as snails. If the internet is not up to par, there are some simple things … [Continue reading]
Exclusive to A.M. Costa Rica There are an estimated 80,000 corporate entities that did not file their owners’ report to the Central Bank. The full document of those entities that missed the deadline for the 2019 owners report is located on the … [Continue reading]
Exclusive to A.M. Costa Rica There have been more new tax rules in the last four years than there have been in the past 10. Many expats are lost in the maze, and their heads are about to burst with all the information. Here is a concise list of … [Continue reading]
Exclusive to A.M. Costa Rica Costa Rica’s tax department finally made up its mind about what do with inactive companies. Starting this year, all inactive entities will be required to file a tax return, Form D-135, due March 15, 2021, and yearly … [Continue reading]
Exclusive to A.M. Costa Rica The panic continues for those with a company, association, trust or other legal entity in Costa Rica that is required to file a shareholders and beneficial owners report with the Central Bank, as mandated by Law … [Continue reading]