How to Establish a Company in Costa Rica

ERP Lawyers participó del Evento organizado por PROCOMER, Encadenados el evento que conecta empresas multinacionales, exportadoras y proveedores nacionales para impulsar nuevos negocios

Costa Rica continues to strengthen its position as one of Latin America’s most attractive destinations for foreign investment and international business expansion. This was the driving force behind Encadenados 2026, the business matchmaking event organized by PROCOMER, bringing together multinational companies, exporters and local suppliers to foster new commercial opportunities and strengthen the country’s value chains.

ERP Lawyers was pleased to participate as a legal services provider, sharing more than 14 years of experience helping international companies establish operations in Costa Rica, particularly through the Free Trade Zone Regime, corporate structuring and regulatory compliance.

For companies evaluating Costa Rica as their next investment destination, events like Encadenados highlight why the country has become a strategic hub for doing business: legal certainty, a highly skilled workforce and a business-friendly environment designed to support sustainable growth.

Why establish a company in Costa Rica?

Costa Rica offers a unique combination of economic stability, legal certainty and preferential access to global markets, making it one of the leading investment destinations in the region.

Companies expanding into Costa Rica benefit from:

  • A competitive Free Trade Zone Regime.
  • A stable legal and political environment.
  • Highly qualified human talent.
  • Strategic access to North American, European and Latin American markets.
  • A thriving ecosystem for advanced manufacturing, life sciences, technology and business services.

These advantages continue to attract multinational companies seeking long-term growth opportunities.

What is the role of Encadenados?

Organized by PROCOMER, Encadenados serves as a business platform connecting multinational corporations, exporters and Costa Rican suppliers.

Beyond business meetings, the event promotes investment opportunities, innovation, supplier development and strategic partnerships, reinforcing Costa Rica’s position within global value chains.

How can ERP Lawyers support your expansion into Costa Rica?

With more than 14 years of experience advising domestic and international companies, ERP Lawyers provides comprehensive legal support throughout the investment and establishment process.

Our services include:

  • Free Trade Zone eligibility and strategic assessment.
  • Preparation and filing of Free Trade Zone applications.
  • Corporate incorporation and legal structuring.
  • Business permits and regulatory approvals.
  • Ongoing compliance with Free Trade Zone obligations.
  • Relocation of operations within or outside industrial parks.
  • Asset enhancement and regulatory legal advice.

Our goal is to help companies establish and grow their operations while ensuring full legal compliance from day one.

Choosing the right legal structure from the outset can significantly reduce operational risks, streamline regulatory procedures and create a solid foundation for long-term business success.

Working with experienced legal advisors allows investors to navigate Costa Rica’s regulatory framework efficiently while focusing on their core business objectives.

For more than 14 years, ERP Lawyers has assisted international companies in successfully establishing operations in Costa Rica.

Our participation in Encadenados 2026 reflects our ongoing commitment to supporting foreign investors and helping businesses seize the opportunities offered by one of the region’s most dynamic economies.

If your company is considering expanding into Costa Rica or applying for the Free Trade Zone Regime, our team is ready to guide you through every stage of the process.

📩 Contact us today to receive personalized legal advice for establishing your business in Costa Rica with confidence.

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