COMMERCIAL AND CORPORATE LAW
Zepol: How a Family Business Keeps Evolving
From a signature ointment to product innovation and contract manufacturing, Zepol shows how a family business can prepare its next chapter.
Company Email Registration in Costa Rica: Deadline and Requirements
Learn who must register a company email in Costa Rica, the current deadline, ACE requirements and the notarial options without a digital signature.
How to Structure a Family Business in Costa Rica
Five decisions to structure a family business in Costa Rica and clarify ownership, management, and succession.
Corporations in Costa Rica: 2026 Business Guide
When business owners are ready to formalize their operations in Costa Rica, one of the first questions they often ask is: Should I set up a Corporation (S.A.) or an LLC (SRL)? The answer does not depend solely on the current size of the business. Before choosing a...
Opening an LLC in Costa Rica: 2026 Guide
Introduction Opening a Limited Liability Company (LLC), known in Costa Rica as a Sociedad de Responsabilidad Limitada (SRL), is one of the most common ways to start a business in the country. It offers liability protection, a simple management structure, and...
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...