Notary and attorney in Guanacaste
In Guanacaste we serve clients from the province through coordinated visits by prior appointment, including foreign nationals who buy, sell or manage property in the area.
Common matters in Guanacaste
- Title and survey review before you buy property.
- Deeds for real estate purchases, mortgages and subdivisions.
- Guidance on property located in the maritime-terrestrial zone (the coastal strip) and its concessions.
- Forming a company to hold property or run a business.
- Powers of attorney so that someone you trust can act on your behalf while you are abroad.
How visits work
We schedule each visit in advance according to where the property or the parties are located. Write to us to agree on the date, the place and the documents you should have ready. Document review can move forward remotely from our office in San José.
Buying property as a foreign national
Foreign nationals can generally buy titled property in Costa Rica on the same terms as citizens, without needing residency. The main exception is on the coast: land within the 200-meter maritime-terrestrial zone cannot be owned outright and is held through municipal concessions, which carry specific requirements and limits for foreign holders. We review these points with you before you commit to a purchase.
If you live outside Costa Rica, we can review documents remotely and schedule the signing before the notary for your next visit. If you cannot travel, a power of attorney granted abroad, usually apostilled, can allow someone you trust to sign on your behalf. Bilingual service in Spanish and English. Deeds themselves are executed in Spanish.
For more detail, see our guide Buying property in Guanacaste and our frequently asked questions.
Would you like to discuss your matter?
Send us a short description of your question. We will reply to arrange a meeting at our office in San Pedro de Montes de Oca, a visit in Guanacaste, or a video call.