Costa Rica Property Laws Guide — Your Copy Is Ready

All property in Costa Rica is registered through the Registro Nacional. Most inland and residential properties in the Osa Peninsula are fully titled (título). Coastal areas may include concession land, which is leased from the state and not privately owned. Ownership is guaranteed by the public registry, and transactions must be recorded there to be legally valid.

Yes. Foreigners have the same rights as Costa Rican citizens to purchase property, except for certain restrictions in the Maritime Zone (Zona Marítimo Terrestre) where building or ownership may be limited. We guide foreign buyers through all legal checks to ensure safe and compliant purchases.

Key checks include verifying the property title at the Registro Nacional, ensuring there are no liens or encumbrances, confirming zoning (Uso de Suelo) with the municipality, checking property taxes, and reviewing any restrictions if the property is within the maritime zone. We help buyers navigate these steps to avoid risks.

Common mistakes include: purchasing without verifying title, ignoring maritime zone regulations, overpaying for property, and relying on unlicensed advisors. With over 30 years of local experience, we help buyers avoid these errors and purchase safely.

Jeff Lantz — Broker, Osa Peninsula
+506 8864 1867
info@osalandoffice.com
https://osalandoffice.com