The National Registry of Costa Rica is the central clearinghouse for all types of property registration in Costa Rica. This article explains history and key functions.
The National Registry of Costa Rica
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Owning a Vehicle in Costa Rica and Driving Posts
Tires in Costa Rica – considerations and popular brands
This post talks about types of tires and the most common performance ratings. Popular brands are covered as well as considerations for purchasing
National Registry Goes Paperless
As a part of Costa Rica's efforts to become de-carbonized by 2050, the government institutions are required to reduce...
Sticklers for Stickers
If you are purchasing a vehicle, this article gives you important information about what stickers must be present and what other documents validate the stickers. Even if you are driving a rental or friend’s car, this information could be very helpful.
Importing a Car to Costa Rica vs. Buying a Vehicle Here
The buying in Costa Rica vs. Importing-a-car-you-bought-elsewhere dilemma….
Get a Vehicle Property Title Replaced
This article describes the vehicle property title in Costa Rica, its importance (or not), and how to get a replacement title.
Paying for a Vehicle if You Don’t Have a Costa Rican Bank Account
If you don’t have a Costa Rican bank account, how can you safely make a big ticket purchase like a vehicle? This article explores alternatives and cautions against common pitfalls.
Costa Rica Fuel Distribution Network
In Costa Rica the national refinery (RECOPE) is in charge of all fuel importation, it’s a government owned and operated monopoly. At this time Costa Rica doesn’t produce petroleum,
4 x 4 SUVs in Costa Rica – Types of 4 x 4 traction
Do you need 4×4, AWD, or just 2WD? Is the differential unlocked? This article explains the basics of each drive train and gives examples of models that have each type.