Canada & U.S. → Costa Rica

Move to Costa Rica with a clear plan.

We help Canadians and Americans coordinate residency (with licensed partners), real estate and vehicle decisions, and medical travel logistics — without the overwhelm.

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A Costa Rican national who is also American and Canadian — one guide who knows all three markets from the inside.

A family enjoying a golden sunset on the beach in Santa Teresa, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
Santa Teresa, Guanacaste
Free guide The Costa Rica Move Guide — residency options, real cost-of-living numbers, region breakdowns, healthcare, banking, and a 90-day action plan. Get it free
Palm trees along the Pacific coastline of Costa Rica
Pacific coast
White-faced capuchin monkey in the rainforest canopy, Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica
Manuel Antonio wildlife
Three-toed sloth in the trees near Bajos del Toro, Alajuela, Costa Rica
Bajos del Toro, Alajuela
Illuminated hot springs and bridge at night in La Fortuna, Costa Rica
La Fortuna hot springs
Turquoise waterfall pool in the Costa Rican rainforest
Rainforest & waterfalls
Sunlit colonial-style streets of Las Catalinas, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
Las Catalinas, Guanacaste
Aerial view of the marina in Quepos, Puntarenas, Costa Rica
Marina, Quepos
Aerial view of the whale-tail sandbar at Bahía Ballena, South Pacific, Costa Rica
Bahía Ballena, South Pacific
Aerial view of the Caribbean coastline of Costa Rica, forest meeting the sea
Caribbean coast
Scarlet macaw in Costa Rica
Scarlet macaws

One coordinated plan

Residency, money, property, and logistics aren't separate projects. We keep your decisions aligned so one step doesn't undo another.

Practical guidance

Clear next steps, realistic timelines, honest expectations. Every session ends with a written summary — no generic advice.

Trusted network

When you need a licensed attorney, inspector, clinic, or customs professional, we make a warm introduction to someone we've vetted.

Why independence matters

We don't earn a cent on your purchase.

Most relocation "help" in Costa Rica is free because it comes from real estate agents who earn commission when you buy. That advice can be genuinely useful — but it can never tell you the one thing you might need to hear most: not yet, or not here.

We're not agents and we're not a brokerage. No partner pays us to steer you toward a property, a region, or a purchase. You pay us for planning, and that's the only thing we're paid for.

"Rent for a season before you buy." An agent can't afford to say that. We can — because there's nothing in it for us either way.

What that protects you from

  • Being rushed into a purchase before you've lived in the region
  • Being shown only the listings someone happens to represent
  • Advice that quietly assumes buying is the right answer
  • Hearing about a region's upsides but not its trade-offs

When you do need an attorney, inspector, or agent, we introduce you to professionals we've vetted — and we tell you openly whenever a referral relationship exists.

Services

Start small. Then go deep where it counts.

Every engagement is a fixed price, a fixed time, and a written outcome. If you're unsure where to begin, start with the Starter Consult — we'll point you to the right path.

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30-Minute Starter Consult

A focused video call to clarify your goals, timing, budget realities, and risks — then map which path (and which Blueprint, if any) actually fits your situation. You leave with clear next steps, whether or not you work with us again.

$49 USD · 30 min
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Credited toward any Blueprint booked within 30 days.

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Blueprint · 60 min · New

Scouting Trip

$129USD
  • A 7–14 day reconnaissance route matched to your shortlist of regions
  • What to test in each region: cost, climate, community, healthcare access
  • Who to meet and what to ask: properties, professionals, communities
  • Ground logistics: rental car vs. driver, realistic daily budget, where to base
  • Written itinerary framework + intros where useful

We advise and structure the trip; you book flights, lodging, and activities directly. We are not a travel agency.

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Blueprint · 60 min · Partnered

Residency & Immigration

$149USD
  • Residency pathway shortlist matched to your profile
  • Document checklist and realistic timeline
  • Scouting-trip structure for your first visit as a tourist
  • Common pitfalls and how to avoid them
  • Written summary + warm intro to a licensed immigration attorney

Planning and coordination only — not legal advice or filings. Attorney fees are separate.

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Modern Costa Rican living room with an ocean sunset view
Blueprint · 60 min

Real Estate Investment & Car Purchase

$179USD
  • Region-tailored purchase game plan (rules vary by town)
  • Roadmap: search → offer → due diligence → closing
  • Red-flag checklist of must-verify items
  • Vehicle strategy: buy locally vs. import, with real costs
  • Written plan + intros to attorneys, inspectors, and customs pros

We're not a broker, lawyer, or customs agent. You contract directly with providers; their fees are separate.

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View over San José, Costa Rica, home to the country's main private clinics
Blueprint · 60 min · Partnered

Medical Tourism & Travel Planning

$199USD
  • What to expect: timing, travel flow, and recovery planning
  • Transportation and recovery-stay options
  • Introductions to vetted clinics and providers
  • Written logistics plan you can act on
  • Optional add-on: end-to-end coordination (quoted by complexity)

Logistics only — no medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment recommendations. Clinic and provider fees are separate.

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How it works

From "someday" to a plan you can execute.

Request your session

Pick a service, tell us your situation, and we'll confirm details and send simple payment instructions.

Get your Blueprint

A 60-minute working session on residency, property, or medical travel, ending in a written plan.

Meet the right people

Warm introductions to vetted, licensed professionals for the steps that require local execution.

Execute with support

You move forward with clear steps and realistic expectations. We stay available as your coordinator.

The big picture

Your move, month by month.

Every move is different, but most successful ones follow this shape. Knowing the sequence is half the battle — it's what keeps you from paying for step five before step two is done.

  1. Months 0–2

    Decide & align

    Clarify goals, budget reality, and residency direction. This is where the Starter Consult fits.

  2. Months 2–4

    Scouting trip

    Test your shortlisted regions in person, view properties, and meet the professionals you'll rely on.

  3. Months 4–8

    Paperwork season

    Gather documents and apostilles at home, engage your attorney, and get the residency process moving.

  4. Months 6–10

    Property & logistics

    Secure a long-term rental first, settle the vehicle question, and plan what ships and what doesn't.

  5. Months 10–12+

    Land & settle

    Banking, healthcare registration, and your first 30 days — with local support on call.

Timelines vary with your residency path, document readiness, and government processing times — we'll map yours specifically in your session.

Arenal volcano rising above the Costa Rican landscape

Arenal, Alajuela — one of the many regions we'll help you compare before you decide where to land.

Jazi, founder of Costa Rica Move Hub, at his desk in front of a hand-painted map of Costa Rica
Who you'll work with

Your interests first — always.

I'm Jazi — a Costa Rican national who is also an American and Canadian citizen. I hold all three nationalities, and I've lived, worked, and navigated the systems in each: 15+ years in finance advisory and investment structuring, hands-on immigration and regulatory experience, and practical knowledge of banking, government procedures, and settlement logistics in Costa Rica. I work with clients in English, French, Spanish, and Portuguese.

That's the difference. Most advisors know one side of your move. I've been the local and the newcomer in every country involved — so I understand what you're leaving, what you're arriving to, and everything that breaks in between.

Every session ends in writing. You get a summary and next steps, not just a conversation.
No hidden incentives. We tell you when a partner relationship exists, and you always contract directly with providers.
Realistic, not rosy. If your plan has a weak point, you'll hear it from us first.
Honest scope

What we do — and what we deliberately don't.

Big moves attract big promises. We keep our scope narrow on purpose, so you always know exactly whose advice you're getting.

We are

  • Your planning and coordination partner
  • Educators on how the process really works
  • Your connection to vetted, licensed professionals
  • Honest about risks, costs, and timelines

We are not

  • A law firm — legal work is done by licensed attorneys
  • A medical provider — we never give medical advice
  • A real estate broker, customs agent, or car dealer
  • A guarantee of approvals, timelines, or outcomes

You contract directly with any professional we introduce. Their fees are separate from ours, and we'll always tell you when a referral relationship exists.

Free guide

The Costa Rica Move Guide — free.

Not ready to book? Start with my complete guide to moving to Costa Rica: residency options, real cost-of-living numbers, region breakdowns, healthcare, banking, a 90-day action plan, and the mistakes to avoid. Enter your email and it's yours.

One guide, plus the occasional useful email. No spam, unsubscribe anytime. By subscribing you agree to receive emails from Costa Rica Move Hub and accept our privacy note.

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FAQ

Common questions, straight answers.

Are you an immigration law firm?+

No — and that's intentional. We handle planning, education, and coordination. When your case needs legal work (residency filings, property closings, contracts), we introduce you to licensed Costa Rican attorneys from our vetted network, and you contract with them directly.

Why is the Starter Consult paid instead of free?+

Because you get real work, not a sales pitch. In 30 minutes we assess your situation, flag risks, and map your next steps — and the $49 is credited toward any Blueprint you book within 30 days. Free calls tend to create wrong expectations on both sides.

Should I visit Costa Rica before committing to a move?+

In most cases, yes. A well-structured scouting trip as a tourist lets you test regions, visit properties, and meet professionals before you commit. Our Residency & Immigration Blueprint includes guidance on structuring that first trip so it's productive — not just a vacation.

How do you vet the professionals you introduce?+

We verify licensing and credentials, review real client outcomes, and only refer professionals we would use ourselves. We also tell you openly when a referral relationship exists. If a partner ever underperforms, they leave the network.

What do I actually receive after a Blueprint session?+

Every 60-minute Blueprint ends with a written summary: your situation, the recommended path, a checklist or roadmap, key risks, and concrete next steps — plus any warm introductions we agreed on. It's a document you can act on, share with your spouse, or bring to an attorney.

How do I pay, and when?+

After you submit the form for the service you want, we'll reply to confirm the details and send simple payment instructions — Interac e-Transfer for Canadian clients, or Zelle for U.S. clients. Once payment is received, we schedule your session. No payment is taken on the website itself.

Do your fees include attorney, clinic, or government costs?+

No. Our fees cover planning and coordination only. Third-party fees — attorneys, clinics, inspectors, government charges, customs duties — are always separate, and you pay those providers directly. We'll help you estimate them realistically before you commit to anything.

Contact

Tell us what you're planning.

Choose the service you want below and tell us about your situation. Our team will reply within 1–2 business days to confirm the details and send simple payment instructions (Interac e-Transfer for Canada, Zelle for the U.S.). Once payment is received, we'll schedule your session.

By submitting this form, you agree to be contacted by email or phone. We never share your information outside our partner network without your permission.

Prefer email? hello@costaricamovehub.com

We reply within 1–2 business days.

Privacy & your information

Your information, handled with care.

When you contact us, you share details like your name, contact information, and what you're planning. The Costa Rica Move Hub team uses this only to respond to you, deliver the service you asked for, and — where relevant and with your knowledge — to introduce you to the vetted professionals you ask us to connect you with. We don't sell your personal information.

Book a 30-min Starter Consult — $49