COMMERCIAL AND CORPORATE LAW
How Cosechas Became a Successful Franchise
Introduction How does a single-location business grow into an international franchise? The answer rarely lies in having a great product alone. Behind every successful franchise is a business strategy capable of transforming a promising idea into a scalable business...
SA vs. LLC in Costa Rica: Key Differences
Introduction Understanding the differences between an S.A. (Corporation) and an S.R.L. (Limited Liability Company) in Costa Rica is one of the first strategic decisions when establishing a business or structuring a personal holding company. The legal entity you choose...
Franchising in Costa Rica Law 10867
Looking for a secure investment in 2026? Law 10867 is more than just a regulation; it’s the engine driving over 390 brands in Costa Rica. Understanding these new legal "shields" is the difference between a...
Commercial Companies: Obligations and Penalties
Having an active commercial company in Costa Rica involves much more than operating, selling, hiring, or issuing invoices. Companies must regularly comply with different tax, corporate, labor, and commercial obligations that directly affect their legal standing and...
Investing in a Franchise in Costa Rica
Introduction Investing in a franchise can be an attractive option for individuals looking to establish a business presence in a stable market while exploring available immigration pathways for foreign investors. In Costa Rica, the franchise sector continues to...
Corporate Email Registration Deadline for Costa Rican Companies
Costa Rica’s new Law No. 10597 marks a major shift toward the digitalization of corporate legal procedures. One of the most significant changes is the elimination of the resident agent requirement. In its place, all corporations must now complete a corporate email...
Franchise in Costa Rica: A Guide to Law 10867 and its Impa
The Franchise business model in Costa Rica has reached an unprecedented point of maturity in 2026. With the consolidation of Law 10867, known as the Law for the Regulation and Promotion of Franchises, the country is transforming "verbal trust" into absolute legal...
Key 2026 Taxes for Foreign-Owned Companies in CR
Introduction If you own a company in Costa Rica, even if it has no business activity, you are still subject to certain mandatory taxes. Starting in 2026, changes in payment procedures will make it harder to stay compliant from abroad. In this article, we explain what...
Corporate dissolution after divorce: Lessons from Daddy Yankee’s case
What happened between Daddy Yankee and his ex-wife Mireddys González? Puerto Rican singer Daddy Yankee and his ex-wife Mireddys González announced their divorce in December 2024 after nearly 30 years of marriage. The couple had built and co-managed several companies,...
Common mistakes when opening a business in Costa Rica
Starting a business in Costa Rica can be a great move — but many foreign entrepreneurs face avoidable legal issues in their first months. Some of the most common mistakes include: Not registering the company’s...