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Should I use a company to buy the car ?

Should I use a company to buy the car ?

by Russ Martin | May 17, 2026 | Legal Aspects Vehicles Costa Rica, Owning a Vehicle in Costa Rica and Driving

Many advise using an S.A. to buy the car, for the purpose of asset protection. This may or may not be good advice. Some lawyers charge $750 and more to set up the company and there are some disadvantages you will encounter: You will always need an up to date...
Permit for vehicle to leave Costa Rica (temporary exit)

Permit for vehicle to leave Costa Rica (temporary exit)

by Russ Martin | Mar 7, 2026 | Owning a Vehicle in Costa Rica and Driving

If you want to go see the Panama Canal or take a weekend trip to Nicaragua, then your car, truck, SUV or motorcycle with Costa Rican plates, must get a permit to leave the country.  This is something you can do yourself, although someone else can do it for you with a...
Marchamo Costa Rica 2026 Explained

Marchamo Costa Rica 2026 Explained

by Russ Martin | Nov 26, 2025 | Costa Rica Car Buyers Guide

The Marchamo and You - Origin Story The marchamo dates from 1961, when it was enacted in Law N° 2719 – Transportation Infrastructure, Article 11 establishes a wheel tax on all passenger vehicles with internal combustion engines. The law establishes a “fiscal...
Importing a Car to Costa Rica vs. Buying a Vehicle Here

Importing a Car to Costa Rica vs. Buying a Vehicle Here

by Russ Martin | Feb 18, 2020 | Owning a Vehicle in Costa Rica and Driving

On some web sites people recommend importing a vehicle yourself rather than buying a vehicle that is already in Costa Rica.  A common concern cited is that cars coming in are flood damaged — Katrina Kars — or wrecked vehicles.  But, often the...
Get a Vehicle Property Title Replaced

Get a Vehicle Property Title Replaced

by Russ Martin | Feb 14, 2020 | Owning a Vehicle in Costa Rica and Driving

First of all, keep in mind that the property title is not a vital document in Costa Rica.  Vehicle ownership must be transferred with the help of a lawyer / notary, and regardless of any additional paperwork the information in the National Registry is what...
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Mitsubishi Montero Wagon for sale Costa Rica

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The Mitsubishi Montero has been a popular vehicle in Costa Rica for a long time and mechanics know how to work on any model year. Mitsubishi parts are readily available throughout the country, they are expensive, but very good quality. Hard to find parts can be obtained at VEINSA.

Should I use a company to buy the car ?

Should I use a company to buy the car ?

May 17, 2026

Are there advantages to having a company own a car? This article discusses the issue in detail.

Costa Rica Auto Insurance and Coverages

Costa Rica Auto Insurance and Coverages

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Costa Rica auto insurance and coverages, this article explains the insurance coverage for obligatory insurance (the marchamo) and for other policies.

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