Frequently Asked Questions
No. As of mid-2026, Costa Rica has no specific crypto licensing law. Crypto companies operate as standard commercial entities (S.A.) under general corporate law. You are required to comply with AML/CFT regulations, which our compliance package covers.
No. The entire incorporation process can be completed remotely. You do not need to travel to Costa Rica at any point.
Not required under current law. However, our Premium package includes a nominee director service if you prefer to have a local presence on record.
Basic package: 5–10 business days. Standard: 10-14 days. Premium: 14-21 days.
There is no minimum paid-up capital requirement for a Costa Rican S.A.
Banking is the most challenging aspect of any crypto company setup globally. We provide introductions to crypto-friendly banks and payment providers. Account opening decisions are made by the financial institutions and are not guaranteed. Our Standard and Premium packages include banking introduction services.
Costa Rica is not on the FATF List of Countries that have been identified as having strategic AML deficiencies.
Panama uses a territorial tax system. Income earned outside Costa Rica is 0% tax. Only income generated inside Costa Rica is subject to the 30% corporate tax rate.
Yes. We accept Bitcoin (BTC), Ethereum (ETH), USDT, USDC, and other major cryptocurrencies, in addition to bank wire transfer.
We monitor Costa Rican legislation continuously. If a formal licensing regime is introduced, we will assist existing clients with transitioning to the new framework. We will notify all clients proactively.
Costa Rica does not restrict the geographic scope of your business activities. However, you must comply with the laws of the jurisdictions where your clients are located (e.g., EU’s MiCA regulation if you are actively marketing to EU residents). We strongly recommend independent legal advice for EU market entry.
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