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Canadian looking for information about Costa Rica

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Registration: 31 March 2023

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Monday Usman

Travel to Costa Rica for 4-6 months research stay by Monday Usman

@Julien Good day!My name is Monday Usman, a Nigerian and a PhD student. I have been selected for a CLIFF-GRADS Scholarship to travel to University of Costa Rica for 4-6 months research stay. There is no Embassy of Costa Rica in Nigeria, please ...

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My law firm is a full-service law firm, dedicated to representing people wishing to obtain legal status as permanent residents, students, foreign workers, investors, refugees, etc. in Canada. I do not want to be seen as advertising on this site, so ... Read More

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last year
Monday Usman

Travel to Costa Rica for 4-6 months research stay by Monday Usman

@Julien Good day!My name is Monday Usman, a Nigerian and a PhD student. I have been selected for a CLIFF-GRADS Scholarship to travel to University of Costa Rica for 4-6 months research stay. There is no Embassy of Costa Rica in Nigeria, please ...

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Hi Monday!I am an immigration lawyer in Canada. Many foreign nationals require visas to Costa Rica, this is a legal requirement that is not in place for Canadians, Americans, many Europeans, etc. A "visa" is different from the visitor status one ... Read More

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hwrdsutcliffe125

Worst place to visit or retire to by hwrdsutcliffe125

My fiance and I were amped up about visiting Costa Rica and seeing if it was a place we'd like to retire to. 1st. It's no cheaper than the U.S. 2nd San jose is a nasty joke of a city mess. Drivers are rude. Worse than new York ...

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I have had extremely positive experiences in Costa Rica. On the other hand, I have seen crazy things in Vancouver City, Toronto, and places in the USA. I have Costa Rican staff who work for me in Toronto and they are the most reliable, ... Read More

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tjuckufarley

Wanting to move from Canada by tjuckufarley

Hi AllMy Wife and I are ex South Africans that moved to Canada in 2002. We are Canadian citizens now, and have been for a long time. As most of you Canadians know; life in Canada has changed much over the last few years. So - as the average middle ...

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Sounds like you will be in demand ANYWHERE!!!I have 4 degrees and I feel inadequate beside you! Read More

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HappyRetirement

Planning to move back to Costa Rica - US tax implications. by HappyRetirement

Hello - I am originally from Costa Rica living in the USA. I hold a dual citizenship. After 30+ years living in the USA, I started making plans to move back to Costa Rica (mostly to reside much of the year). I am afraid I don't know that much about ...

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The USA taxes its citizens on worldwide income. So please consider this if earning income in Costa Rica. Read More

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tjuckufarley

Wanting to move from Canada by tjuckufarley

Hi AllMy Wife and I are ex South Africans that moved to Canada in 2002. We are Canadian citizens now, and have been for a long time. As most of you Canadians know; life in Canada has changed much over the last few years. So - as the average middle ...

johncrossley1

This is so very unhelpful. No one remotely asked to be "hand fed". I find your comments to be inappropriate, unhelpful and unfriendly. Please stop this, no one benefits. This forum is designed to help, support and not demoralize others. Read More

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tjuckufarley

Wanting to move from Canada by tjuckufarley

Hi AllMy Wife and I are ex South Africans that moved to Canada in 2002. We are Canadian citizens now, and have been for a long time. As most of you Canadians know; life in Canada has changed much over the last few years. So - as the average middle ...

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@janstappertjie I am not in Costa Rica right now. I plan to come and go, but for now, I am going to be based more in Toronto. My sister-in-law is there though. Read More

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tjuckufarley

Wanting to move from Canada by tjuckufarley

Hi AllMy Wife and I are ex South Africans that moved to Canada in 2002. We are Canadian citizens now, and have been for a long time. As most of you Canadians know; life in Canada has changed much over the last few years. So - as the average middle ...

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OMG, let us connect!!!!!!We do not know people in CR and currently, my brother and sister-in-law live full-time in Tamarindo. Close to the Garden Plaza, in the Senderos community.Why don't you guys meet up for a drink at Pangas???? I love that ... Read More

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tjuckufarley

Wanting to move from Canada by tjuckufarley

Hi AllMy Wife and I are ex South Africans that moved to Canada in 2002. We are Canadian citizens now, and have been for a long time. As most of you Canadians know; life in Canada has changed much over the last few years. So - as the average middle ...

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@johncrossley1 Another thing, my sister-in-law is from South Africa, became Canadian, and moved to Tamarindo already and is living there full time, permanently now, and absolutely loves it.Adela Read More

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tjuckufarley

Wanting to move from Canada by tjuckufarley

Hi AllMy Wife and I are ex South Africans that moved to Canada in 2002. We are Canadian citizens now, and have been for a long time. As most of you Canadians know; life in Canada has changed much over the last few years. So - as the average middle ...

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@tjuckufarley Good day, I am in a very similar situation as you are. Migrated to Canada, worked hard, practiced immigration and family law in Toronto, and find that Canada has changed so much I am not prepared to remain in Canada. I bought a ... Read More

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Cheryl

Secure your financial assets as an expat in Costa Rica by Cheryl

Hello everyone, As we navigate the exciting world of living and working in Costa Rica, it's essential to make informed decisions about our financial future. We’d love to hear about the different investment options available for expats: ...

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We purchased a home in Tamarindo, in a gated community called Senderos. We had the most positive experience, and we are completely happy and delighted with our home. Senderos is very professional and reliable and I found them very transparent and ... Read More

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Alikat23

We are now looking at a long-term rental by Alikat23

I'm Kathryn, a (semiretired) technical editor and science writer. My husband is Mark, a retired toxicologist/ecologist. We've been to CR several times and sold our home in California and moved here with our two cats 3 weeks ago. We've been staying ...

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There are no shortages of Canadians and Americans who just want to sever ties with their countries and go to Costa Rica. Crime is crazy in these countries as well as a ton of social issues and divisive politics. Read More

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johncrossley1

Life in Tamarindo by johncrossley1

Hi my name is Adela Crossley, and I bought a home in Tamarindo, and will be moving from Canada to live in Costa Rica!How is life in Tamarindo?I will like to join an expat group

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Ha, your comment about Toronto is right!!! I do live in Toronto and have lived here far too long.I chose Tamarindo because it has the buzz of energy with cafes, and amenities, I can walk and get a latte, my nails done, yoga, etc.I love rural areas ... Read More

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natalilevasseur

San Ramon - we want to retire by natalilevasseur

Hi my name is Natali - and my husband and I are from Alberta Canada and we would like to buy a house in San Ramon and to live there 6 months a year. What is the best way to find a house we are looking for a three bedroom and if possible a pool. ...

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@Bhavna Thank you for this, no need for incivility. Read More

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natalilevasseur

San Ramon - we want to retire by natalilevasseur

Hi my name is Natali - and my husband and I are from Alberta Canada and we would like to buy a house in San Ramon and to live there 6 months a year. What is the best way to find a house we are looking for a three bedroom and if possible a pool. ...

johncrossley1

Does anyone live in the Tamarindo area and want to share your experiences? I'm moving there soon, and I would love to learn about the expat community there, especially from Canada Read More