Costa Rica was discovered by Christopher Columbus in 1502 and was governed by the captaincy general of Guatemala until it freed itself from Spain in 1821 and became independent. For investors it is now one of the most attractive countries in the world due to its outstanding geographical and geological situation and its extremely sound democratic institutions. On an isthmus between North and South America, a strip of land separating the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans, the country is divided into three main regions: The volcanic Cordilleras mountain range culminating at 3819 metres.The Caribbean coast. The Pacific coast.
These different areas offer an incomparable variety of landscapes and lifestyle options. The “Ticos”, another way of saying Costa Ricans, are widely held to be generous, helpful and very xenophile. Apart from the discovery of breathtaking scenery with views stretching from the Pacific to the volcanic mountains and from the rainforests to the lava plains, Costa Rica offers new settlers a wealth of leisure activities such as rambling and horse-riding, surfing, windsurfing, mountaineering, exploring imposing natural sites such as the Poas volcano with its acid lake and flights over the forest canopy. The diversity of its flora and fauna, including 900 species of birds, 1200 species of butterflies and quantities of exotic animals, has prompted Costa Rica to make a huge effort to establish national parks and leverage a proper environmental policy. This is why corporate and private investors will find environment-friendly collective and individual facilities in all areas of development: large zones for luxury hotels, golf courses or private properties scattered over magnificent countryside with superb views of the ocean. With this sociological and geographical basis, the government strives to offer incentives to make Costa Rica very affordable for corporate investors and private individuals who plan to settle there. Midway between the United States and South America, Costa Rica is in a unique situation joining two continents and offering endless possibilities for human and geographical discovery. Last but not least, living standards and social protection of the same level as in Europe make this Central American gem an ideal place to live a different life in exciting conditions.

INVESTING IN COSTA RICA COSTA RICA
A COUNTRY WITH A WEALTH OF POSSIBILITIES

For private or corporate investors and those who want to settle there, Costa Rica has an infinite range of geophysical, climatic, institutional and sociological advantages. REASONS FOR INVESTING IN COSTA RICA
Due to the diversity of its geography, climate and scenery, Costa Rica is one of the most attractive regions in the world. Its tourism potential, huge accommodation capacity and the constant environmental attention the authorities give to flora and fauna give it extraordinary appeal. Furthermore, tax incentives, openings for investors and the political stability ensured by a century of democracy make the building and property business thoroughly dependable. Costa Rica’s bid to further the building of up-market properties which blend into the superb scenery is a guarantee of returns on investments. REASONS FOR INVESTING NOW In the coming years a great many Americans will be planning to retire to Costa Rica. The project options are limitless: Splendidly equipped homes in an incomparable coastal or semi-forest setting; Luxury short-stay and residential hotels; property prices rise by 20% every year, driven by a steep rise in demand. Moreover, the Costa Rica government knows how attractive the country is and welcomes foreign investors. In 2007, the province of Puntarenas was the most popular one with foreign investors. HOW TO PREPARE YOUR INVESTMENT OCEANE, a company operating in Costa Rica, handles the entire process of finding, purchasing and managing your assets through its business and financial legal partners. As your investment advisors, we direct and carry out your projects by bringing all our partners together to work out the logistics required. This means we cover the ground of all the decisions to make to be ready when you arrive and keep close track of the progress of your projects to ensure the successful management of your new assets.