Legal
Understanding Costa Rica's legal system, navigating government bureaucracy, and knowing your rights are essential for long-term residents. This section covers the legal framework, common procedures, and family law matters.
Legal System
Overview of Costa Rica's legal framework, courts, and how the justice system works.
Bureaucracy
Government offices, common procedures, apostilles, and navigating Tico bureaucracy.
Family
Marriage, divorce, child custody, adoption, and other family law matters in Costa Rica.
Last verified: February 2026