Costa Rica Replaces Resident Agent with Official Email Registration

by Erp Lawyers | Jun 4, 2025 | Articles, Commercial and Corporate Law, Publications

With the entry into force of Law No. 10597, Costa Rica is making a decisive move toward digitalizing its corporate processes: the role of the resident agent has been eliminated, and all companies are now required to register an official email address to receive...

What makes Costa Rica the perfect destination for your investment?

by Erp Lawyers | Oct 14, 2024 | Articles, Commercial and Corporate Law, Invest, Moving to Costa Rica, Real Estate Law

Investing in Costa Rica is a safe bet for those seeking stability, growth, and sustainability. With a consolidated democratic tradition and a solid rule of law, the country has become a reference point in Latin America as an investment destination. But what makes...

Changes and updates on the Transparency and Final Beneficiaries Registry (RTBF)

by Erp Lawyers | Oct 9, 2024 | Articles, Commercial and Corporate Law, Tax Law

The Transparency and Final Beneficiaries Registry (RTBF) is an essential obligation for all legal entities and trusts in Costa Rica. Recently, important changes have been implemented through resolution MH-DGT-RES-0016-2024, which will affect the filing of the RTBF...

Losing Control: Cases of Founders Who Were Fired from Their Own Company

by Erp Lawyers | Aug 5, 2024 | Articles, Commercial and Corporate Law, Companies, Intellectual Property, Labor Law, Publications

In the business world, it’s common for founders to face unexpected challenges when their companies begin to grow and attract investor attention. The intervention of these investors, who often prioritize profitability and strategic management over the...

Franchises: Are They a Good Investment Opportunity?

by Erp Lawyers | Jun 20, 2024 | Articles, Commercial and Corporate Law, Companies

The franchise sector in Costa Rica has grown significantly in recent years, reflecting a strong acceptance of this business model. With a stable economy and increasing consumption, the country offers great opportunities for both national and international franchisors....

Everything you need to know about the expiration of the Inactive Companies Declaration

by Erp Lawyers | Mar 13, 2024 | Articles, Commercial and Corporate Law, Publications

What it is about, what are the aspects that must be taken into account when submitting it, and how non-compliance can lead to different sanctions including million-dollar fines. Key aspects of the Declaration of Inactive Companies The particularity of this type of...