MOVING HEAVY EQUIPMENT TO COSTA RICA

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nichrocks Active member

Member since 16 January 2015

nichrocksActive member29 May 2016 15:59:24

Im considering opening a gym/health club in an expiate community. I have a source in the US where I can buy exercise equipment for a fraction of the cost. What is the the least expensive way I could get it there and would I be charged customs or anything else? It would be coming from FL.
Any ideas appreciated.

kohlerias ViP

Member since 05 September 2013

kohleriasViP29 May 2016 17:25:27

1572

Yes, you would have to pay duty based on what customs decide they are worth including the cost of the shipping and insurance.

The cost of A/C alone, would be a killer...and remember you can't legally work until a permanent resident.

kohlerias ViP

Member since 05 September 2013

kohleriasViP30 May 2016 15:34:27

1572

Just realized I forgot to add the link regarding import duties and tariffs

swayz Member

Member since 07 June 2016

swayzMember07 June 2016 14:48:12

You can't legally work for a wage. However you may have your own business small business providing you employ at least one Costa Rican.

rendrag Banned

Member since 18 April 2011

rendragBanned08 June 2016 11:25:39

Not true.

Tingo Rick Active member

Member since 25 September 2015

Tingo RickActive member29 June 2016 01:32:53

I strongly urge you to check with a reputable commercial attorney (aborgado) who has a lot of import expertise before getting into something that be way over your head especially financially

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